Funicular of Bulnes

Getting to the village of Bulnes has been easier since 2001. Here are all the answers to frequently asked questions about the funicular.

Where do you take the Bulnes Funicular?

We simply need to head to the village of Poncebos in the Picos de Europa mountains, near Cabrales. To get there, we'll turn off the AS-114 as it passes through Arenas de Cabrales and travel the 6 km. There are clear signs indicating the way. The entrance to the facility, with a parking area , is located in Poncebos.

During the summer months, it's important to check access to Poncebos , which is restricted due to the large number of visitors to the Cares Route, the ascent to Sotres, or the funicular to Bulnes. You can find all the information at this link.

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Funicular de Bulnes: timetables and prices

· High season from 10:00 h. at 20:00 p.m.
From February 10 to 13;
From March 23 to 31 and April 1;
From May 1 to 5;
The months of June, July, August and September;
From October 1 to 6 and from 11 to 13;
From November 1 to 3 and 11;
From the 6 to the 8 of December.

· Low season from 10:00 h. at 12:30 h. and from 14:00 p.m. at 18:00 p.m.
The rest of the year.

Frequency
Each 30 minutes. From Monday to Friday, a trip to the 8 takes place: 30 hours.

How much does it cost to go up to Bulnes by funicular?

Pricing
Normal ticket one address: 17,61 euros
Normal round trip ticket: 22,16 euros
Children ticket (4 to 12 years) one address: 4,32 euros
Children ticket (4 to 12 years) round trip: 6,71 euros

How long does the ride on the Bulnes Funicular take?

The journeys only last seven minutes and we'll be up there enjoying a unique environment.

Where can you buy the ticket for the Funicular to Bulnes?

You can purchase your tickets at the Alsa sales points, through 902 42 22 42 or at the funicular ticket offices from 9:30 a.m..
Important: the ticket purchased online will only serve as proof, and must be exchanged for a ticket at the point of sale located at the entrance to the funicular.

To purchase your tickets for the Bulnes Funicular on the Alsa website, select the following options in the purchase search box:
Origin: Funicular origin (Poncebos)
Destination: Funicular destination (Bulnes)
Online ticket sales for the Bulnes Funicular

Bulnes funicular: pets

Dogs are allowed , on leashes, and if they are of a dangerous breed they must wear a muzzle.

Bulnes Funicular: phone 985 84 66 12

Tourist Office of Arenas de Cabrales (Summer and long weekends) Tel .: 985 84 64 84
City Hall of Carreña de Cabrales Tel: 985 84 50 21

What to do near Bulnes?

Once in Bulnes, there are several routes to choose from . Some are challenging, so it's a good idea to check beforehand. Be prepared for the mountains with warm clothing, appropriate footwear, and food/drinks. If you stay in the village of Bulnes (Bulnes de Abajo), you can wander its narrow streets, sit by the river, enjoy the local cuisine, and take a deep breath to recharge. You can also climb to Bulnes de Arriba (Bulnes de Arriba) or El Castillo (The Castle). A 600-meter walk will lead you to another small hamlet with the best views of the Texu Canal.

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Without a doubt, the most famous route in this area of ​​the Picos de Europa is the Cares Route , a mountain hike with an extraordinary landscape. You can discover all its secrets and more detailed information in our report.

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Do you want to know the Naranjo de Bulnes and other areas of the Picos?

You can also take guided tours of the Picos de Europa with professional guides . These are multi-day trips, staying in mountain refuges and rural hotels in the area, allowing you to discover the true beauty of this National Park. See the different excursions here:

Great trekking of the Massif Central

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On this trek we'll explore the massif, following part of the Extrem Ring route, and sleeping in its legendary mountain huts like Collado Jermoso, Naranjo de Bulnes, and Jou de Los Cabrones…. Read more

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715€

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570€

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