Experience Madeira Like Never Before: Funchal’s New Glass-Bottom Cable Cars!
31 March, 2026
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Experience Madeira Like Never Before: Funchal’s New Glass-Bottom Cable Cars!
Looking for a new thrill on your next trip to Madeira? After a three-month technical hiatus, the iconic Teleférico do Funchal is back—and it’s bringing an adrenaline-pumping experience to the island! Starting in April 2026, visitors can take to the skies in Portugal’s very first glass-bottom cable cars.
The “Glass Floor Experience” Prepare to see Funchal from a completely new perspective. Madeira Cable Car has introduced five state-of-the-art cabins equipped with reinforced transparent floors. Instead of just admiring the panoramic views from the side windows, you can now look straight down at the steep slopes, dense city architecture, and the beautiful Atlantic Ocean below your feet. It’s an immersive, spherical view that will make you feel like you are truly floating through the air.
Less Waiting, More Sightseeing To accommodate the excitement surrounding this new feature, the total number of cabins has been increased from 39 to 44. This upgrade boosts the cable car’s capacity to 900 passengers per hour, meaning smoother traffic, shorter lines, and more time to enjoy your sky-high adventure up to the Monte hill.
Tickets and Pricing for 2026 Whether you are an avid thrill-seeker or prefer to keep your feet on an opaque surface, there is an option tailored for you:
Standard Cabins: €14.50 (One-Way) | €20 (Round Trip)
This spectacular upgrade cements Madeira’s status as a top European destination for unforgettable tourist experiences, offering the perfect opportunity for unique and breathtaking photography.
Will you be brave enough to step onto the glass floor on your next ride to Monte? Let us know in the comments below!
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