Funicular de Santa Luzia
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Santarem, Portugal9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
After more than 20 years, I returned and insisted on going to the top, this time with an elevator, but I took the stairs, I warn you that the elevator doesn't go all the way to the top, then there is a part that I don't recommend for anyone who is claustrophobic and afraid of heights. It requires physical condition but it's worth it for the landscape 🤩 and the experience (€2 per person).
For me, one of the most beautiful churches due to the light and just going and seeing. The last time I was there it was decorated with white gladilies, this time also with white flowers.
We didn't go by car because the road was closed because there was a test, we went up in the elevator which costs €3 round trip, only takes 15 people at a time (wheelchair capacity is smaller due to space). Note: the elevator only accepts € and the gentleman is very friendly.
For me, one of the most beautiful churches due to the light and just going and seeing. The last time I was there it was decorated with white gladilies, this time also with white flowers.
We didn't go by car because the road was closed because there was a test, we went up in the elevator which costs €3 round trip, only takes 15 people at a time (wheelchair capacity is smaller due to space). Note: the elevator only accepts € and the gentleman is very friendly.
Written October 10, 2023
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Gogs Rossi
Edinburgh, UK780 contributions
Sep 2020 • Couples
Before our journey, I read that the Funicular de Santa Luzia is the longest in Portugal. At 3€ return it was money well spent on a hot day.
Luckily we didn’t have to wait long for our journey to the top and out visit to the impressive church.
During our journey we did the amazing but simply engineering that allows the trains to travel to make the accent/decent.
As there are not many funiculars around it was a lovely experience to make the journey on this one.
Luckily we didn’t have to wait long for our journey to the top and out visit to the impressive church.
During our journey we did the amazing but simply engineering that allows the trains to travel to make the accent/decent.
As there are not many funiculars around it was a lovely experience to make the journey on this one.
Written September 17, 2020
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Matthew303
Edinburgh, UK1,463 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
The lower terminus of the funicular is not well signposted, but it can be accessed from the north side of Viana do Castelo railway station. Use the station's footbridge to cross over the platforms, then walk about 50 metres to the right (the funicular's lower terminus is on the other side of the street in a small building with two small pagoda-style roof turrets). The funicular is efficient and easy to use. The fare is 2 Euros single or 3 Euros return. It was modernised in 1997 - the cars take 12 seated plus several more standing and operate on an approximately 15 minute interval. The last service (in summer) operates at 19.45.
Written August 7, 2014
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Francisco Duarte
Porto, Portugal1,492 contributions
Mar 2018 • Family
Excellent transport vehicle for those who want to go to the Sanctuary of Santa Luzia and do not want to go by car or walking. It costs 5 euros per person (round trip journey) and its works really well!
Written June 5, 2018
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Robert H
Canberra3 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
I took my family up in the 'Elevador de Santa Luzia' during June 2013 owing to the fact that we did not have a car and my four year old daughter enjoyed the ride. To greet you at the top was magnificent views of the township of Viana Do Castelo and the north Atlantic ocean. Moreover, the elevador provided us the opportunity to transit to our key destination of the Santa Luzia ruins at an affordable price.
The elevador cost three euros for a return trip per adult while children aged up to five years old travelled free. The elevador was conveniently located close to the town centre / railway station of Viana Do Castelo and took place every 15 minutes.
Definately worth the ride.
Robert and Barbara H.
The elevador cost three euros for a return trip per adult while children aged up to five years old travelled free. The elevador was conveniently located close to the town centre / railway station of Viana Do Castelo and took place every 15 minutes.
Definately worth the ride.
Robert and Barbara H.
Written July 11, 2013
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travelalot001
Gargunnock, UK313 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Simple and easy way to travel. We were staying at the Pousada and such a quick and easy way in to town. 6 mins top to bottom.
Staff really pleasant.
Staff really pleasant.
Written June 15, 2024
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Emily O
Mullingar, Ireland1,806 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
€2 one way or €3 return. Last trip 19:50. No air conditioning on funicular but it takes 7 minutes once you are in. Only space for 24 people at a time. We waited 45 minutes in station to descend with our return tickets. You will go nowhere fast on a busy day however it beats traipsing up a mountain with a buggy. I would recommend it for the experience. There is a lift for wheelchairs & ramp for bikes also.
Written July 31, 2019
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Ronald L
Denver, CO2,949 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Went up the mountain on a water powered funicular. Fill upper funicular with 3000 L of water. As the funicular comes down the mountain the water spills out the bottom. By the time it makes it to the bottom it is almost out of water. When the dry unit reaches the top it is filled with water and the cycle starts all over.
Written September 30, 2018
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Marshall S
Darien, CT15 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
If you are checking out Viana do Castelo, you have to visit the Sanctuario de Santa Luzia if only for the view. Having driven up the winding cobblestone road to the top and taken the funicular, i prefer the latter. Its a straight shot 5 min ride, and heck, its a funicular! Kids will love it. If you are walking around Viana, just head for the train station and you will find yellow signs pointing the way
Written September 10, 2018
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travelwithkids2017
Oxford, UK17 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
Very long, very steep and pretty cheap. Family of 4 return for 9 Euros. May not have the old tram style of the Lisbon funiculars but much more practical and much cheaper. Lady at the bottom ticket office very helpful. Fabulous view at the top - right over Viana and the beaches.
Written August 22, 2018
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Does the funicular go to the pousada.
Written April 17, 2019
Se puede ir desde la pousada al funicular para llegar a la ciudad?
Written May 18, 2018
Maria Jose L
Santa Cruz do Douro, Portugal
Qual o preço da viagem no funicular?
Written February 1, 2017
3 euros ida/volta ou 2 euros só ida. Recomendo comprar ida e volta pq a distância é grande.
Written September 12, 2017
Me puedes decir si está preparado el funicular para una persona en silla de ruedas?
Written July 3, 2016
Pareceu que sim. Tem um elevador na entrada para colocação ao mesmo nível do funicular.
Written May 8, 2018
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