7 Highest Ropeways Across The World

Rooplekha Das

Gulmarg Gondola, India

One of the world's highest operating gondolas, the Gulmarg Gondola climbs to nearly 3,950 metres, revealing breathtaking views of the Himalayas and Kashmir's snow-covered mountain slopes.

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Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car, Brazil

One of the world's most iconic cable car rides, Rio de Janeiro's Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car glides above Guanabara Bay, offering sweeping views of beaches, mountains, and the city's famous skyline.

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Dagu Glacier Gondola, China

Rising to 4,860 metres in Sichuan Province, the Dagu Glacier Gondola is among the world's highest cable cars. The journey reveals snow-covered peaks, dramatic alpine scenery, and breathtaking views of the Tibetan Plateau.

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Klein Matterhorn Cable Car, Switzerland

Climbing to 3,883 metres, this iconic Swiss ropeway offers spectacular views of the Matterhorn and surrounding Alpine peaks, ending at Matterhorn Glacier Paradise, Europe’s highest cable car mountain station.

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Aiguille du Midi Cable Car, France

Departing from Chamonix, this iconic cable car climbs to 3,777 metres. Visitors are rewarded with dramatic views of Mont Blanc, glaciers, and some of the most spectacular alpine scenery in Europe.

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Teleférico de Mérida (Mukumbari), Venezuela

Climbing to 4,765 metres above sea level, this record-breaking ropeway links Mérida with the Andes. Passengers enjoy sweeping mountain panoramas and one of the highest cable car experiences on Earth.

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Peak 2 Peak Gondola, Canada

While not the highest by altitude, this engineering marvel is famous for connecting Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. It offers unparalleled views of forests, glaciers, and dramatic mountain landscapes.

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Yulong Snow Mountain Cable Car, China

Located near Lijiang in Yunnan, this cable car ascends to 4,506 metres. The ride offers spectacular views of snow-capped peaks, alpine meadows, and the dramatic landscapes of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

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