The tragic derailment of the Glória elevator in Lisbon has deeply saddened the nation, expressed André Ventura on the social media platform, X.
The leader of the Chega party noted that “the lives lost and the injured leave a painful mark” on the city of Lisbon, conveying “solidarity to the families of the victims and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured.”
The Glória elevator derailed this Wednesday at 18:04 on the Calçada da Glória in Lisbon.
The National Institute of Medical Emergency (INEM) reported that the accident resulted in 15 deaths and 18 injuries, with five in serious condition and 13 sustaining minor injuries.
Foi com um profundo sentimento de tristeza que recebi a notícia do trágico descarrilamento do Elevador da Glória, em Lisboa. As vidas perdidas e os feridos deixam uma marca dolorosa na nossa cidade. Quero transmitir toda a solidariedade às famílias das vítimas e votos de rápida…
— André Ventura (@AndreCVentura) September 3, 2025
The Government has declared a national day of mourning for Thursday.
The Government has announced a national day of mourning, to be observed on Thursday, following the Glória elevator accident in Lisbon that claimed 15 lives, according to a source from the Prime Minister’s office speaking to Lusa.
Lusa | 20:51 – 03/09/2025
The Glória elevator, operated by Carris, connects the Restauradores to the São Pedro de Alcântara Garden in Bairro Alto, covering a distance of approximately 265 meters, and is a popular attraction for tourists.
