The glass floor consists of five layers of tempered laminated glass capable of supporting the weight of five Asian elephants.
It is built on a foundation of solid Jurassic limestone that dates back approximately 200 million years.
The project was part of a larger initiative to refurbish the Upper Rock Nature Reserve’s historical fortifications.
The site is located at a higher elevation than the top station of the Gibraltar Cable Car.
The structure's design was engineered to follow the natural curvature of the cliff face to minimize visual impact.
The Skywalk Gibraltar is a glass-floored viewing platform cantilevered 340 meters directly above the Mediterranean Sea. It is integrated into the pre-existing World War II-era military base known as Douglas Lookout. The structure uses approximately 30,000 kilograms of steel and glass, designed to withstand wind speeds exceeding 150 kilometers per hour. It provides a 360-degree panoramic view encompassing the Rock of Gibraltar, the Spanish coastline, and the African continent across the Strait of Gibraltar. The platform was officially opened by Mark Hamill in 2018. The site is accessible via the Upper Rock Nature Reserve pathways.
At the very edge of the cantilevered glass floor for a vertical perspective of the drop.
Visit on a clear day to see the Jebel Musa mountain in Morocco across the Strait.
Hold onto your belongings tightly, as the local Barbary macaques are known to snatch unsecured items.
Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes as the surrounding paths involve steep inclines and uneven terrain.
Avoid visiting during heavy fog or high wind warnings, as visibility will be limited and the platform may be inaccessible.
