Attractions

Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Partially accessible

Establishment details

Pathway leading to the entrance

  • Circulation corridor at least 1.1 m wide
  • Non-slip floor covering

Front door

  • Maneuvering area on each side of the door at least 1.5 m wide x 1.5 m deep
  • Free width of at least 80 cm
  • Door equipped with an electric opening mechanism
  • Sliding doors

Additional information

    • When it rains, the Dufferin Terrace can be slippery.

      Signaling

      • No signage on the front door

      Pathway leading to the entrance

      • On a gentle slope
      • Circulation corridor at least 1.1 m wide
      • Accessible driveway leading to the entrance

      Front door

      • single door
      • Difference in level between the exterior floor covering and the door sill : 3 cm
      • Free width of at least 80 cm
      • No electric opening mechanism

      Additional information

        • The entrance to the funicular on rue du Petit-Champlain is from the side of the building. As the main entrance is at the top of a series of stairs, it is advisable for the attendant to go to the reception desk to signal the need to open the gate. Alternatively, a camera has been installed so that the operator can see when someone is waiting, but this method can generate a wait. If the person wants to open the gate from the inside to reach the street, he or she can press the red button to open the gate.

          Course without obstacles

          • Clear width of the circulation corridor of more than 92 cm

          Scissor lift

          • Dimension of at least 0.80 m wide x 1.5 m deep
          • Free width of the door opening at least 80 cm

          Staircase

          • Handrail between 86.5 cm and 107 cm above the floor

          Counter

          • Counter surface : 1,21 cm above floor
          • Wireless or removable payment terminal

          Movement between floors

          • Manlift

          Counter

          • Ticket counter

          Additional information

            • The top station has two floors. The floor at Dufferin Terrace level is just an entrance tan. The ticket office and funicular access are on the lower floor, which is reached by a platform lift. The exit from the platform lift is in a 1.3m x 1.3m alcove. It's not possible to use the platform lift without the person at the counter moving it up or down to the desired floor. This person must be notified to access this service.

              Indoor circulation

              • Circulation corridor of at least 92 cm
              • Maneuvering area present at least 1.5 m in diameter

              Description

              The Funiculaire du Vieux-Québec links the upper and lower parts of Quebec City. It's free for wheelchair users, but accompanying persons, if any, must pay the access fee. The entrance is partially accessible, as it requires the assistance of funicular staff. For further details, please refer to the sections on entrances in this fact sheet. Please note that four-wheelers are not allowed on the funicular. It's also important to know that you can only pay in cash. Finally, when entering the funicular, be sure to pay attention to the gap between the funicular and the boarding area.

              Contact details

              16, rue du Petit-Champlain, Québec, Québec

              418 692 1132,

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