2025 - Spain & Portugal by Train - Lisbon, Portugal - Rua da Gloria Funicular Terminal - 95 of 105
The Rua da Gloria Funicular Terminal was the site of a horrific accident
A deadly accident occurred 03 September, 2025, when the Elevador da Glória (Glória funicular) derailed and crashed into a building on Rua da Glória.
The descending car sped uncontrollably down the hill after its cable snapped and emergency brakes failed.
The tragedy resulted in 16 confirmed deaths and more than 20 injuries, making it one of Portugal's worst public transit accidents.
A preliminary report by Portugal's Air and Rail Accident Investigations Bureau found a "litany of failings" leading to the crash.
2025 - Spain & Portugal by Train - Lisbon, Portugal - Rua da Gloria Funicular Terminal - 95 of 105
The Rua da Gloria Funicular Terminal was the site of a horrific accident
A deadly accident occurred 03 September, 2025, when the Elevador da Glória (Glória funicular) derailed and crashed into a building on Rua da Glória.
The descending car sped uncontrollably down the hill after its cable snapped and emergency brakes failed.
The tragedy resulted in 16 confirmed deaths and more than 20 injuries, making it one of Portugal's worst public transit accidents.
A preliminary report by Portugal's Air and Rail Accident Investigations Bureau found a "litany of failings" leading to the crash.