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Namak Abrud Telecabin

Namak Abrud, Iran

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CABLE CARS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 58 2026
Namak Abrud Telecabin

Two-line cable car in the Namak Abrood tourist town, Mazandaran, climbing from the town to Madoban peak. Riders look over Hyrcanian forest, the Caspian Sea and the city, and find restaurants, cafes and a suspension bridge at the top.

Highlights

  • Hyrcanian forest below
  • Caspian Sea view
  • Suspension bridge and zip line

Good to know

  • Ticket office groups riders into timed slots
  • Weekend and holiday queues can exceed an hour
  • Top station is colder than the base

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