Zomerliften in Zuid-Tirol

A short trip across the enchanting Ratschingstal valley takes you to the bottom station of the Ratschings-Jaufen lift. Already during the comfortable ascent with the ultra-modern 8-seat cable car, you can admire the fantastic winter landscape around you that will make you look forward to a wonderful day of skiing. High above, at 2,150 m, you are already in the middle of pure snow fun.

The 10-person gondola lift was taken into operation in 2016 and carries passengers in summer and winter from the village of Schihütte up to the Pfannspitz mountain.

The cable car Unterstell takes hikers and trekkers from Naturno/Naturns, area Compaccio/Kompatsch, to the mountain station Unterstell. Unterstell is the central starting point for extended hikes on the Monte Sole of Naturno and the Texel Group Nature Park.

Ausgangspunkt für ausgedehnte Wanderungen auf dem Naturnser Sonnenberg und im Naturpark Texelgruppe.

Opening Hours Summer
Monday - Sunday from 8 - 19 hrs every half hour.

Evenings open every Wednesday all year through at 19 and 20 hrs.

Europe's third-oldest cable car, built in 1912, takes you up to the Vigiljoch - which is now back in operation after a 9-month construction period, completely renovated to the latest state of the art. The ride from 334 to 1,500 metres in the new comfortable cabin for 40 people now takes only 6 minutes. The valley station is located in the centre of Lana, only a 2-minute walk from the Oberlana bus station.

Tickets available at the cable car valley station. Information on prices at www.vigiljoch.com

On the way up from Ortisei to the top of the mountain on 2.200 meters you can enjoy for 8 minutes the wonderful panorama of the Dolomites. 

Simply hop into the Texel Panorama Cable Car at Partschins/Parcines – a great adventure for the whole family way up the mountains and the perfect place for a walk or hike surrounded by the incredible beauty of nature.

The cable-car climbs up to the Merano High Path (No. 24) at 1,544 mt. in the Texel Group Nature Park and to the start of many delightful walks in the area around Partschins/Rabland/Töll!
Just take a good look at the unique beauty of the Partschins mountains. Paths lead back downhill from various places or head off into the so-called 1,000-Steps Ravine.

Prices can be found on the website of the Texelbahn cable car.

From the Falzeben car park above the village of Avelengo, the Falzeben gondola lift runs all the way to the mountain station of the Merano 2000 ropeway at Pivigna.

On a quick and convenient ride to the peak, the gondola lift offers wonderful panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes of craggy peaks and deep valleys.

The four-person chairlift with canopy will take you from Gardonè (1650 m) to Passo Feudo (2200 m). We are in the presence of Latemar, a World Heritage Site, and here, the panorama is exceptional. This is the start of the geological trail, Geotrail Dos Capèl (created in conjunction with the MUSE Science Museum of Trento and the Geological Museum of the Dolomites in Predazzo), and of excursions that will take you out to discover the peaks of Latemar, such as the famous “Tower of Pisa (2671 m), and tours of Latemar by mountain bike.

Departure altitude: 1650 m

Arrival altitude: 2200 m

Length: 1700 m

Hourly capacity: 2000 persons/hour

Within a few minutes, the Hirzer aerial tram takes you 1.500 m higher, right to the heart of one of the most amazing hiking areas in the Merano disctrict. From the Klammeben top station, located almost 2.000 m above sea level, you can oversee the sunny Hirzer plateau with its network of hiking trails that meets all preferences: you may choose a lovely and relaxing walk to an alpine inn just as a demanding high alpine hiking tour to the top of the Hirzer-Cervina or one of the many other mountain peaks within range. 

This historic gondola brings hikers and climbers from the Passo Sella/Sellajoch directly into the Forcella Sassolungo at 2685 m.
The well-known Sassolungo tour and various climbing tours start from the mountain station.

Here you can go for a walk, go climbing, have fun on the cycling trails, and admire these natural monuments. With its breathtaking views, ultra-modern facilities, convenient connections, and welcoming mountain huts, this is the perfect area where to spend exciting summer days.

The Sole chairlift is another lift on the Seiser Alm and is located in the Piz zone. In just a few minutes you can easily reach the Piz a unique viewpoint. Here you will find a breathtaking mountain scenery consisting of the Gruppo del Sella, Sassolungo, Sassopiatto and the Sciliar surrounding the Seiser Alm. The chairlift Sonne brings you quickly to the cablecar to Ortisei.

In summer the mountain station is an ideal starting point for walks and ambitious excursions or just a relaxing place with a beautiful view.

The Kronplatz 1+2 lift transports winter sports and culture enthusiasts from the valley station at Reischach/Riscone to the summit of Kronplatz, at 2,275 meters above sea level.
Once at the top, guests can enjoy an unmistakable 360° panoramic view of the UNESCO World Nature Heritage Site, the Dolomites, and the main ridge of the Alps.

The cablecar takes you from Dorf Tirol/Tirolo (650 m) to Hochmuth (1400 m) within 5 minutes. You'll reach a wonderful mountain-scenery with a uniqe view above Merano and the so called "Etsch-Valley." There are various trekking possibilities: from an easy and delightful declimb to the funiculars base station to the wonderful round walk along the Spronser lakes and to the peaks of the Texel Group.

Journeys half-hourly. Continuous service at peak times (every 5 minutes).

The Olang 1+2 cable car takes you comfortably and quickly from Olang to the top of Kronplatz, one of the most famous ski mountains in South Tyrol. In modern cabins, you can enjoy an impressive ride and admire the stunning Dolomites panorama. The cable car consists of two sections and transports you from the valley station to the summit of Kronplatz, which sits at 2,275 meters, in just a few minutes. Whether for skiing in winter or hiking and biking in summer, the Olang 1+2 cable car is the perfect start to your adventure.

The mountain community of Vöran/Verano, situated on the Tschögglberg Mountain Plateau, is one of the sunniest areas in all of South Tyrol. Here, the sun rises earlier and sets later than down in the valleys. Vöran is a real hiking paradise today.
You can reach Vöran from the village of Burgstall/Postal, between Meran/Merano and Bolzano/Bozen, in just five minutes by the cable car. Bus stop near the valley station in Burgstall (bus line "Bolzano-Meran" or "Citybus Lana").

SCHEDULE:
On workdays: from 7.00 a.m. until 7.40 p.m. every 20 minutes (except 8.20 a.m. and 8.40 a.m.). From May 1st to September 30th last ride on 8 p.m.

On sundays and public holidays: from 8.20 a.m. until 12.00 a.m. and from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. From May 1st to September 30th last ride on 8 p.m.

TICKET PRICES:

One ride/ Rount trip
Ordinary ticket 6,00 € / 10,00 €
Dog 5,00 € / 6,00 €
Bicycle 5,00 € / 6,00 €
Paraglider 3,00 € / 6,00 €

The chairlift ist the fastest and most convenient mode of transport between Dorf Tirol/Tirolo and the centre of Merano. It starts at Monte S. Benedetto and offers wonderful panoramic views of Merano.

Chairlift and gondola basket lift Vellau

Up to airy heights!

The ride with the single chairlift from Plars to Vellau is a dreamlike experience of nature. Slowly, you travel up through the vineyards and forests from Algund to Vellau.

Price list:
Single ride: 10,00 €
Round trip: 13,00 €
Children up to 12 years: 5,50 € single ride; 6,00 € round trip

Chairlift and gondola basket lift Vellau

The ride with the single chairlift from Plars to Vellau is a dreamlike experience of nature. Slowly you travel up through the vineyards and forests from Algund to Vellau.

From there, the nostalgic gondola basket lift brings you directly to the Leiter Alm mountain pasture - situated on the Merano High Mountain Trail - at an altitude of 1,550 metres.

Price list
Single ride: 8,00 €
Round trip: 10,00 €
Childeren up to 12 years: 4,50 € single ride - 5,50 € round trip

 

The cableway San Martino accompanies visitors and hikers from Laces up to the mountain village of  San Martino in Monte (1,740 m) in just a few minutes, making it an ideal point of departure for various types of journeys. Starting from here, there are numerous other trips to the crest of Monte Sole along easy trails such as the high-altitude path leading to Silandro.

At the San Martino in Monte cableway mountain station is a restaurant, with scenic views down towards Laces and Val Martello and into the glacier world of the Ortler Group. There’s a 16th century shrine devoted to the a village of just 120 inhabitants, presumably built on a pagan holy site above a cave.

Telemix with heated seats

 

Cosy and nostalgic single chair lift which takes you from 1500 metres at 1814 metres. Enjoy the ride through the beautiful larch Woods and on the way back will experience breathtaking views of the Dolomites.

Europe's third-oldest cable car, built in 1912, takes you up to the Vigiljoch - which is now back in operation after a 9-month construction period, completely renovated to the latest state of the art. The ride from 334 to 1,500 metres in the new comfortable cabin for 40 people now takes only 6 minutes. The valley station is located in the centre of Lana, only a 2-minute walk from the Oberlana bus station.

Tickets available at the cable car valley station. Information on prices at www.vigiljoch.com

The 2-seater chairlift brings hikers and bikers from Palmschoß to Kreuztal in summer and is also in operation for skiers in winter.

Seceda ski area trekking hiking climbing Val Gardena Dolomites Italy

The Alpe di Seceda is located on the sunny side of Val Gardena, at the foot of the Parco Naturale Cisles-Odle (nature reserve), and represents an ideal base for hikes and climbing tours.

From the Seceda summit you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Dolomites and of all the mountains in South Tyrol - from Ortles to Großglockner (Austria).

Malga di Tarres and Malga di Laces at the Monte Tramontana of Laces in Val Venosta invite to numerous hikes, high mountain tours and bike tours in summer. Lago di Tarres, Laghi del Covolo, Jochwaal irrigation channel, Zwölferkreuz peak, Orecchia di Lepre (glacier) or Gran Ladro are just some examples. Other popular tours are the crossing to Val d’Ultimo or the pleasant alpine pasture tour. All hikes offer marvelous panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

You can comfortably reach the Malga di Tarres and Malga di Laces hiking paradise by chair lift. In winter, it turns into one of the most unspoilt areas for snowshoe hikers and ski tourers.