Funivia di San Marino, Aerial lift system in Borgo Maggiore, San Marino
The Funivia di San Marino is a cable car system in Borgo Maggiore that carries passengers between two parts of the town, traveling about 340 meters in roughly two minutes. The cabins are open-sided, allowing clear views of the surroundings throughout the ride.
The cable car was built to ease access to the upper old town, which was difficult to reach from the lower areas. This transport method fundamentally changed how the two parts of the community connected.
The cable car connects two parts of the town and locals use it as routinely as a city bus for their daily errands. It reflects how residents navigate the steep landscape as part of ordinary life.
The ride is short and straightforward, making it ideal for visitors who want to cover the elevation quickly without walking. Cabins depart regularly, so waits are typically brief.
The cable car was engineered without support pylons despite rising approximately 170 meters, which is a noteworthy technical achievement. On clear days, the panoramic view extends down toward the Adriatic coast.
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