Are there two cable cars in Funchal?

The city of Funchal has two distinct cable car services, which connect different parts of the city to the Monte, in order to better enjoy the fantastic beauty of this city, on unforgettable trips. The Madeira Cable Car located in the Old Town, from Funchal to Monte in about 15 minutes.

How much does the cable car cost in Funchal?

Package – Funchal Cable Car + Botanical Garden Cable Car + Botanical Garden

How much is the cable car ride in Madeira?

How long is cable car Funchal?

It take 15 – 20 minutes in total to ride to the top and the sloping length is 3200 metres. You should expect to see a whole lot of rustic red roofs and the stunning quaint villages of Funchal below. You can spot the areas of flourishing countryside as well as the old European style city.

How high is the cable car in Madeira?

The Achadas da Cruz cable car is one of the main attractions on the north coast of Madeira. It’s located in Porto Moniz, and is about 450 meters high.

How many cable cars are there in Madeira?

Madeira is a volcanic island with a very rough landscape and plunging cliffs. Albeit being a rather small island, it boosts a total of 7 scenic cable cars.

How many cable cars does Madeira have?

June 12, 2019. Madeira is a volcanic island with a very rough landscape and plunging cliffs. Albeit being a rather small island, it boosts a total of 7 scenic cable cars.

When was Funchal cable car built?

Construction of the cable car system began in September 1999; it was opened in November 2000 and has been in service since then. The bottom station is located at Almirante Reis Park in central Funchal. The length of the cable car line is 3,718 m and the height difference 560 m; the journey takes approx. 15 minutes.

How fast can a cable car go?

They typically reach speeds of between 10-20km/h (6.2 to 12.4mph) and can carry up to 2,000 people per hour in each direction. Depending on the city and the neighbourhoods served, a single cable car line can carry upwards of 20,000 passengers daily.

How high is the cable car in Funchal?

Funchal Cable Car This cable car travels from the old part of Funchal to Monte (560 meters of altitude). The highest tower of the route is 39 meters high, and each journey takes about 20 minutes. The main highlights of this trip are the fabulous views over Funchal.

Where is the cable car from Funchal to Monte?

Monte station is situated near Monte Palace Tropical Garden, at Caminho das Babosas, amidst truly charming scenery. The inclined course, which takes 15 to 25 minutes, is approximately 3,200 m (around 10,500 ft) long and has a vertical rise of 580 m (1,902 ft).

How tall is the cable car in Funchal botanical garden?

Covering more than 1,600 meters at 220 meters high, the Botanical Gardens cable car (total 12 cabins, maximum 8 passengers each) starts off at the “Quinta do Bom Sucesso” and ends at the Monte Station. This ride offers you a stunning view over Funchal Bay and Valley of Ribeira de João Gomes.

Is there a taxi to Funchal botanical garden?

Taxi cabs and buses are available in Livramento. Covering more than 1,600 meters at 220 meters high, the Botanical Gardens cable car (total 12 cabins, maximum 8 passengers each) starts off at the “Quinta do Bom Sucesso” and ends at the Monte Station. This ride offers you a stunning view over Funchal Bay and Valley of Ribeira de João Gomes.

What to see on the cable car in Madeira?

As the cable car goes up, you will contemplate the blue sea, Funchal bay, the houses and the connection between the more urban area and the city outskirts. This is the best way to see Madeira’s natural beauty as well as its geography and orography during this cable car trip.