Funiculars (Graça and Bica)

Graça Funicular

This funicular connects the neighborhoods of Mouraria and Graça, making it easier for residents and visitors to travel between the lower and upper parts of the city.

Safety certification

Authorization to Continue Operations (change of operating entity)

Responsible entity:

  • ANSF (National Railway Safety Authority)/ IMT (Institute for Mobility and Transport)

Date: April 30, 2026

Relevant Legislation:

  • Decree-Law No. 34/2020 of July 9
  • Regulation No. 227/2012 of June 18 on the design and authorization procedures for the construction and commissioning of cableway installations for the transport of persons

Responsible Entity:

  • CATIM – Technology Support Center for the Metalworking Industry

Date: 12/11/2025

Emergency Drill

Organization:

  • Regimento Sapadores Bombeiros

Date: June 2024

Validity: 2 years


Evacuation Plan

Date: April 2026

Frequency: Annual

Tests performed by accredited external companies (Notified Entity):


Inductive magnetic inspection and testing of steel wire rope

Reference legislation:

  • Decree-Law No. 34/2020 of July 9
  • EN 12927:2019

Responsible Entity:

  • ISQ - Instituto de Soldadura e Qualidade

Date: 11/10/2025

 

Magnetic induction inspection and testing of steel cable in the lower part of the vehicle

Reference legislation:

  • NE-EN 12927:2020: Safety requirements for cableway installations designed to carry persons.

Responsible Entity:

  • GTIC - GABINETE DE SERVICIOS TÉCNICOS DE INSPECCIÓN DE CABLES S.L.U.

Date: 2026/04/24

 

Radiographic testing of the connection subsystem

Responsible Entity:

  • ISQ - Instituto de Soldadura e Qualidade

Date: 2026/04/28

Preventive maintenance for the Graça Funicular is based on regular schedules, which outline the tasks to be performed. The maintenance tasks in the schedule are carried out at the following intervals:

  • Daily
  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Semiannual
  • Annual
  • Multi-year
Bica Funicular (out of service)

This picturesque funicular was the last to be inaugurated on June 28, 1892, and connects Rua de São Paulo to Largo do Calhariz.