Lisbon to replace Gloria funicular after 16 deaths
By The BriefBrief
Portuguese authorities announced on Aug 31 that the Gloria funicular in Lisbon, shut down since the Sept 3, 2025 cable break, will be replaced. The 140-year-old ride had a cable failure that investigators said caused the carriage to hurtle into a building, killing 16 people including 11 foreigners.
WHO:Portuguese authorities
WHAT:Authorities announced the Gloria funicular in Lisbon will be replaced after the Sept 2025 accident.
WHEN:Aug 31, 2026
WHERE:Lisbon, Portugal
WHY:The replacement is being carried out following the deadly Sept 3, 2025 cable break and crash involving the Gloria funicular.
