Carros de cesto do Monte

The carts were invented in 1850, when the inhabitants of what was then the village of Monte, wanted to travel quickly to Funchal below.[1][2] Currently, they are one of the biggest tourist attractions of Madeira.[3][4] The route is about 2 kilometers long and runs through the streets of the city. The vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 38 km/h[a][1][5] and arrives at the bottom station in about 10 minutes. The carts are driven by men called Carreiros, dressed in white and wearing straw hats (boaters). They also use rubber-soled shoes that allow them to brake the carts.[1][3][5]

Carro de Cesto shown on an azulejo.

Carreiros in 1935.

Beginning of a ride.

Bringing carts back, up the Monte hill in 1930.

The upper station of Carros de cesto in the Monte district.

Toboggans used for the rides.

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