Audio Guide of Monte Toboggans

The Monte Toboggans operate daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, though hours may vary by season. To get there, you can take the Funchal cable car to Monte (link to cable car) or bus number 20, 21, or 22 from Funchal. We recommend confirming schedules on the official website.

The current price is €30 per couple (the ride is always for 2 people). You can buy tickets directly at the departure point in Monte (Largo da Fonte no. 7). No advance booking is required except during high season (+351 291 783 919 for inquiries).

The descent lasts დაახლოებით 10 minutes, but allow about 1 hour in total including transfers, waiting time, and the historical explanation from the "Carreiros" (traditional drivers).

They are a 19th-century tradition (since 1850), originally used as fast transport for Monte residents heading down to Funchal. Today they are part of Madeira's Cultural Heritage. Each toboggan bears the name of its artisan builder.

We recommend going early (9:00-11:00 AM) or after 4:00 PM. July and August are high season. Cruise ship days in Funchal usually bring bigger crowds (check the tourist calendar).

Due to the nature of this traditional transport, it is not accessible for wheelchairs. Boarding requires climbing 3 steps into the toboggans, which are positioned on a slope. You can watch the activity from the arrival area in Livramento.

We recommend: 1) Monte Palace Tropical Garden (5 minutes on foot), 2) Church of Our Lady of Monte (sanctuary and viewpoint), 3) Madeira zip lines for an adrenaline rush. See the map at exact location.

1) Wear closed, non-slip shoes 2) Secure personal belongings during the descent 3) Ask for a reflective vest if visibility is low 4) Request an official participation certificate from your "Carreiro" (it has historical value).