Cape Point’s Flying Dutchman funicular reopens after 2026 upgrade

Cape Point’s iconic funicular, named Flying Dutchman, reopened on October 1, 2026, after major upgrades to its control system and essential maintenance. The upgraded magnetic drive system reduces electricity consumption by 50% and provides a quieter ride over a 585-meter route to the lighthouse, offering views of Dias Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. Operating since 1996, it is the only commercial funicular of its type in Africa, with two cars each capable of carrying 40 passengers, serving approximately 378,000 visitors annually.