The Glória Elevator, in Lisbon, will return to the tracks in 2029. Carris presented a "solution" for the new elevator, but did not reveal the estimated cost of the intervention nor specify what specific requirements the infrastructure will have to meet.
The public transport company did not specify technical details about the project, limiting itself to mentioning that it must comply with applicable safety standards. This lack of information contrasts with the importance of the elevator as a means of transport in the Portuguese capital.
The Glória Elevator is one of Lisbon's historical symbols, connecting the Baixa to the Bairro Alto. Its suspension has affected residents and tourists who use this steep access route between the two areas of the city.
The date of 2029 represents a significant deadline for the reactivation of the service, suggesting that the recovery or replacement work on the infrastructure may be complex and prolonged.
