The Motsamayi Tourism Group, which manages visitor facilities at Cape Point in the Cape of Good Hope section of Table Mountain National Park, Cape Town, has confirmed that the iconic Flying Dutchman Funicular is currently out of operation due to essential maintenance.
Visitors can use a shuttle service to reach the lighthouse area, designed to assist elderly guests and those who may find the climb challenging. Please note, however, that the shuttle is not wheelchair accessible.
The Flying Dutchman Funicular connects the Cape Point parking area to the scenic viewing point below the lighthouse. Its track spans 585 meters, ascending 87 meters from the lower station at 127 m above sea level to the upper station at 214 m a.s.l. Notably, this funicular was the first commercial funicular in Africa, offering breathtaking views of the Cape Peninsula during the ride.
For visitors planning their trip, keep in mind the funicular’s temporary closure and plan extra time for the lighthouse visit.
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