Getting to the town of Bulnes is easier since 2001. Here we give you all the answers to the most frequent questions related to the funicular.
Where do you take the Bulnes Funicular?
Only We have to go to the Cabrales town of Poncebos, in the Picos de Europa. To get to Poncebos, we'll turn off the AS-114 as it passes through Arenas de Cabrales and travel the 6 km. There is clear signage. The entrance to the facility is in Poncebos, with a parking area.
In the summer season, the summer months, it is It is important to find out about access to Poncebos, restricted by the large number of visitors to the Del Cares route, the climb to Sotres or the funicular to Bulnes. You have all the information in this link.
Cares Route transport plan 2024
This year 2024, in order to avoid traffic jams and offer an alternative to the many... Read more
Closing notice 2025
The funicular has resumed operation since April 13 following maintenance work..
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 last only seven minutes and we will be upstairs 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.
Bulnes funicular: pets
Dogs are allowed, tied, and if they are a dangerous breed they are muzzled.
Bulnes Funicular: phone 985 84 68 00
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 that we can do. Some have difficulty and it is good to find out beforehand, you must go prepared for the mountain with warm clothes, suitable footwear and drink / food. If we do not move from the town of Bulnes we can walk through its narrow streets, sit by the river, enjoy the local cuisine and take a deep breath to recharge our batteries.
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Do you want to know the Naranjo de Bulnes and other areas of the Picos?
They can also be done Guided tours of the Picos de Europa with professional guides. They are tours of several days, sleeping in shelters and rural hotels in the area, thus being able to discover the true beauty of this National Park. Check here the different excursions:
Great trekking of the Massif Central
In this trek we are going to tour the massif, following part of the Extrem Ring route, sleeping in its mythical refuges such as Collado Jermoso, Naranjo de Bulnes and Jou de Los Cabrones…. Read more
Great return to the Picos de Europa
A comprehensive tour with accommodation included through the Picos de Europa. Five days to get to know in depth the spectacular landscapes of this national park…. Read more
Vindio Picos de Europa ring with summits
Accommodation and half board in the shelters of Vega de Ario, Vegarredonda, Vegabaño and the Diablo de la Peña Lodge, and ascent to peaks… Read more
Trekking Picos de Europa 5 days
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Text: © Ramón Molleda for asturias.com
