For us this was a bit overrated. The cable cars are in dire need of upgrading. We did however enjoy our 38 Euro ride up and down the mountain and then the 2 seat chair-lift to the top. Quite exhilarating when you have fear of heights! Do visit Albergo Eden for refreshments on your way up or down, very reasonably priced and friendly service. Or even stay over. The quiet and fresh air is exquisite! And do try to choose a clear day to get a good view of the lakes. When there is fog or clouds you see almost nothing.
We set out early in the morning and took the two cars and chairlift to the top. The air was misty, almost ethereal on the way up but we still enjoyed some lovely views and managed a few nice pictures. We arrived around the same time as the peleton for a local cycling race and that added a bit to our enjoyment. The mist/cloud had "burned off " by the time we arrived so it was great to be able to look across to the French Alps in one direction, the Swiss Alps in another (both with plenty of snow) and then across six lakes in northern Italy.A brisk walk back to the cable car was very enjoyable, topped off by stopping for lunch at Albergo Casa Della Nev Stresa in mushroom season.The trip down was not as pleasant as the ascent because the cable cars were quite crowded by early afternoon, and it was not easy to take photos - still the view was great!
Take something warm even in Autumn - the views are great if there is no cloud. Two cable car s rides plus a chair lift adds to an exciting trip. views on the way up are great. Nothing to dislike
We took in this attraction as part of a deal with Riviera Travel in October 2014. The fee per adult was 38 Euros and I thought it well worth the money. The only negative about this attraction was that the cable cars are somewhat tired and in need of modernising. Also, you stand up for the entire journey, which can be a little painful on the knees and back! Upon leaving the main cable car, there is a further chair lift you can take which takes you to the very top of the mountain.The view from the top are truly magnificent. There is no other way to describe them.My advice to anyone contemplating this attraction are:1 - Try to choose a clear day. However, on our visit, the clouds did add drama to the view of the Alps from the top - see the two pictures attached.2 - Wear warm clothes!Situated between the terminal of the cable car and the start of the chair lift, is a restaurant where you can enjoy a welcomed drink.All-in-all, this was a great experience not to be missed.
Fabulous views and if you go right to the top you can many of the lakes all around.Beware the cable car closes for lunch!
Just happened upon this great little place. A bit scary, old and rundown looking for Americans, but still so beautiful and fun!
The cable car is well designed. We stopped at one height. Another height was a walk up. The latter was fine. The view is stunning.
The views of lake maggiore in Stresa are gorgeous no matter where you look but the ride to the top of the mountain overlooking many lakes and towns in this area should not be missed! There were great views in all directions for miles.
Easy to find as it is both prominent and positioned right next to the Carciano ferry station.If you go up the mountain, note these things: it goes up further than it looks. Over the first peak that you see as you look up the hill is another, that takes you much higher; The carriages rock a lot at certain points on the accent. You will be warned to hold on, but the ride may not be suitable for older folks who are not that steady on their feet; Expect it to be much cooler than at lake level and very possibly misty; You will be captive to the very few (very ordinary) places to eat, once at the top. And unless you are a young, fit, mountain biker, do not even contemplate the option of hiring a bike at the bottom to take with you, with a view to riding down! Oh and don’t forget to keep your ticket safe as you get a euro back on handing it in after the trip.
that when you get to the top you could see the snow covered mountains, with a lovely view over toward Orta