# Mukumbarí Cable Car reopening and visitor growth

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mukumbar-cable-car-reopening-in-mrida
> Updated: 2026-09-05T03:52:31.000Z. Sources: 36. Developments: 2.

The Mukumbarí Cable Car system in Mérida, Venezuela, resumed commercial operations on August 19 following a closure that began in May. The shutdown was necessitated by maintenance and electrical system upgrades, including the installation of new frequency converters and grounding network reconfigurations to ensure user safety.

Tourism Minister Daniela Cabello noted that the reopening was delayed from its original August schedule due to logistical issues caused by a double earthquake on June 24, which hindered the arrival of essential equipment. Since the resumption of service, the system has attracted more than 40,000 visitors.

Recent reports indicate that local tourism in Mérida is experiencing a rise in demand for financed travel packages as residents attempt to manage economic constraints while accessing the site.

## Claims

- Banyalbufar will experience mostly clear skies on September 5, 2026. (single source)
- Maximum temperatures in Banyalbufar are expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius. (single source)
- Candelaria faces a 75% probability of precipitation between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on September 5, 2026. (single source)
- Candelaria will see maximum temperatures of 29 degrees Celsius. (single source)
- Calamonte is expected to reach a high of 34 degrees Celsius. (single source)
- Calamonte has a 50% probability of precipitation during the early morning hours. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Regional updates: Tourism in Venezuela and infrastructure needs in San Andrés

Regional updates include tourism recovery at Venezuela's Mukumbarí cable car, calls for airport upgrades in San Andrés, and various enotourism and weather reports across Spain.

36 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/regional-weather-forecasts-for-banyalbufar-candelaria-and-calamonte

### 2026-08-19: Teleférico Mukumbarí reopens in Mérida, Venezuela

The Mukumbarí Cable Car in Mérida, Venezuela, has reopened for daily service following maintenance and electrical upgrades that were delayed by earthquakes in June.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/telefrico-mukumbar-in-mrida-to-resume-operations

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