The Millennium Cross is a 66-meter tall cross standing atop Mount Vodno (1,066m), dominating the Skopje skyline. Built in 2002 to commemorate 2,000 years of Christianity in Macedonia, it is one of the largest crosses in the world. A cable car connects Mid-Vodno station (570m altitude) to the summit, offering stunning panoramic views of Skopje and surrounding mountains during the 4-minute ride.
Cable car 100-120 MKD return. Runs first 30 min of each hour
Clear days for best views. Sunset for spectacular lighting. Summer evenings when the cable car operates until 8 PM. Cable cars run only in the first 30 minutes of each hour.
Take bus 25 (red double-decker) from the city center to Middle Vodno. Buses run every 30 minutes from 8:20 AM to 3:20 PM. From there, take the cable car to the summit. Alternatively, hike up (about 2-3 hours from the base).
A dramatic cable car ride with panoramic views of Skopje. At the summit, one of the worlds largest crosses visible for miles. 360-degree views of the city, surrounding mountains, and countryside. A small cafe at the top. Opportunities for hiking in the surrounding forest.
Cable car closed on Mondays and last Tuesday of each month
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Take bus 25 (red double-decker marked with Millennium Cross) from the city center to Middle Vodno station (35 MKD). From there, take the cable car to the summit (120 MKD round trip). The cable car ride takes about 4 minutes. You can also hike up from the base.
Yes, absolutely! For just 2 euros, you get a scenic 4-minute ride with spectacular views of Skopje and the surrounding mountains. The summit offers 360-degree panoramas and a chance to see one of the world's largest crosses up close.
Useful tips for visiting Millennium Cross
Bring cash for cable car tickets - cards are not accepted at the ticket booth. Plan your arrival to match the cable car schedule (runs first 30 minutes of each hour). Wear comfortable shoes. Bring a jacket as its cooler at the summit. Great for hiking enthusiasts.
Take bus 25 (red double-decker) from the city center to Middle Vodno. Buses run every 30 minutes from 8:20 AM to 3:20 PM. From there, take the cable car to the summit. Alternatively, hike up (about 2-3 hours from the base).
A dramatic cable car ride with panoramic views of Skopje. At the summit, one of the worlds largest crosses visible for miles. 360-degree views of the city, surrounding mountains, and countryside. A small cafe at the top. Opportunities for hiking in the surrounding forest.
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