Monte San Salvatore
Lugano's 'bread loaf' mountain. Ride a historic cable car dating from 1890 to the summit in about 10 minutes, with views over Lake Lugano and the Alpine peaks.
Monte San Salvatore rises to 912 metres and is the landmark peak on the shore of Lake Lugano. From the Paradiso station at the foot, board the mountain cable car that opened in 1890. You change cars partway, and the ride to the top takes about 12 minutes. The summit has an observation deck, a restaurant, a small chapel (whose roof can be climbed), and a small museum. On clear days, you can see the Alpine peaks in the direction of the Matterhorn and a panorama of Lugano. You can also hike down to the village of Carona and on to Morcote, which takes about 2 to 3 hours. The return cable car ticket costs about CHF 35. The cable car usually runs from March to November.
Opening hours
Approx. Mar–Nov, 09:00–18:00 (extended hours in summer)
Nearby sights
- Campione d'Italia
- LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
- Santa Maria degli Angioli
- Swissminiatur
- Via Nassa
- Lake Lugano Boat Trips
- Piazza della Riforma
- Cathedral of San Lorenzo