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Seceda is one of the most photographed places in the Dolomites, and in 2026 the lift company changed how visitors get up the mountain. Seceda AG, which runs the lift and sells the plain ticket at seceda.it, now asks visitors to book the ascent online for a fixed 30-minute window. Each window has a limited number of tickets. If a window is full, the system offers the next one that still has space.
That change matters most to visitors who like to decide on the day. A sunny morning in July can mean the early windows are already taken. This guide covers the booking rules, the cards that are and are not valid, the opening season, how to reach the valley station, and the two GetYourGuide tours that include the lift ticket in the price of the tour. For the walking side of the trip, read the Seceda ridgeline hike guide; for the farmers' turnstile at the photo spot, read whether Seceda is worth it.
Quick answer
Yes, book ahead in 2026. Ascents on the Seceda cable car are sold online at seceda.it in fixed 30-minute time slots with limited tickets per slot. Tickets cannot be refunded or changed. The valley station in Ortisei sells tickets only if the day is not sold out online, and GetYourGuide does not sell the plain lift ticket, only tours that include it.
Do I need to book the Seceda cable car in advance?
In 2026, yes, if you want a fixed time. Ascents are sold online at seceda.it in 30-minute time slots, and each slot has a limited number of tickets.
From summer 2026 Seceda AG sells ascents for a chosen 30-minute window. You pick the date and the window when you buy, and the ticket is valid only for that window. When a window is full, the booking system points you to the next available window.
Booking early is the simplest way to get the window you want. This is most important in July and August, on weekends and on clear days after a run of bad weather, when demand is highest. If your plans are flexible, a later window can still work well, because the ridge is about 10 minutes on foot from the top station and the main walks take 1 to 3 hours. Just keep the 17:30 closing time in mind when you plan the walk back.
Where can I buy Seceda cable car tickets?
Online at seceda.it, which is run by the lift company Seceda AG. The ticket office at the valley station sells tickets only when the day is not already sold out online.
There are three ways to get a seat on the lift in 2026, and they work differently. The plain ticket is a Seceda AG product. GetYourGuide does not sell it on its own. Two GetYourGuide tours include the lift ticket as part of a guided day, which means the tour operator handles the booking for you.
| Where | What you get | Time slot | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| seceda.it (Seceda AG) | Plain lift ticket | You choose a fixed 30-minute window | Independent visitors who know their date |
| Valley station ticket office | Plain lift ticket | Only if the day is not sold out online | Last-minute visitors on quiet days |
| Private guided ridge hike on GetYourGuide | Guide, lift ticket and lunch at Malga Pieralongia | Arranged by the operator | Hikers who want the whole day handled |
| Verona day trip on GetYourGuide | Transport from Verona and lift ticket up and down | Arranged by the operator | Visitors based in Verona, Venice or nearby cities |
A certified guide, the cable car ticket and lunch at Malga Pieralongia in one private booking with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Book thisCan I cancel or change a Seceda time slot?
No. According to the 2026 rules, purchased tickets are neither refundable nor changeable and are valid only for the selected time slot.
This is the rule that surprises most visitors. A lift ticket bought at seceda.it is tied to one date and one 30-minute window. If it rains, if the summit is in cloud, or if you arrive late because of traffic, the ticket does not move to another window. Mountain weather in the Dolomites can change within hours, so the strict rule means a real risk if you book many days ahead.
- Check the forecast first. A forecast two or three days out is more reliable than one a week ahead, and the ticket cannot be moved later.
- Leave a buffer for travel. Parking in Ortisei is limited, and Seceda AG recommends public transport. Plan to reach the valley station well before your window starts.
- Consider a tour with free cancellation. The two GetYourGuide tours that include the lift ticket state free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start, according to their listings. That shifts the weather risk away from you.
Which guest cards are valid on the Seceda cable car?
The altoadigemobilita pass, the Val Gardena Guest Pass and the Gardena Card each work with different booking rules. The Dolomiti SuperSummer card is not valid for the Seceda lifts.
Several regional cards cover lift travel in South Tyrol, but each one connects to the new time-slot system in its own way. The table below sums up what the lift company and local information pages state for 2026. Rules for cards can change during the season, so check seceda.it before you rely on a card.
| Card | Valid at Seceda? | How to book | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| altoadigemobilita pass | Yes | Ticket office only, no online booking | Access is guaranteed, but you may have to wait |
| Val Gardena Guest Pass | Yes | Online or at the ticket office | Online early booking discount up to 7 days ahead |
| Gardena Card | Yes | Advance booking required, online or at the ticket office | Book before you travel to the station |
| Dolomiti SuperSummer card | Not valid | Not applicable | Not valid for the Seceda lifts or the Fermeda chairlift |
When is the Seceda cable car open in 2026?
The summer season runs from 22 May to 2 November 2026, daily from 8:30 to 17:30, on both sections of the lift.
Both sections, Ortisei to Furnes and Furnes to Seceda, run during the same summer season. The first ascent is at 8:30 and the lift closes at 17:30, so the last useful window for a ridge walk is well before closing. If you plan one of the longer walks, such as the Rifugio Firenze circuit, choose a morning window. The guide to the best time to visit Seceda covers September, October and the winter season in detail.
Children under 8 travel free with an adult ticket, according to seceda.it. Older children need their own ticket in the chosen slot. If you travel as a family, book all tickets in the same window so the group rides together.
How does the lift work, from Ortisei to Furnes to Seceda?
The lift has two sections. A gondola runs from Ortisei to Furnes, then a cable car climbs from Furnes to the Seceda top station at about 2,500 m.
The gondola from Ortisei to Furnes is 2,500 m long and climbs 450 m. At Furnes you change to the cable car, which is 2,050 m long and climbs another 700 m to the top station. Seceda AG lists the hikes from the top as starting at Seceda at 2,500 m, and the Seceda summit itself is 2,519 m.
Some visitors ride only to Furnes and walk the rest of the way to the ridge, which is described in the guide on reaching Seceda without the cable car. If you do this, check what your ticket covers before you buy it.
Transport from Verona plus the Seceda cable car up and down, Val di Funes and Lago di Carezza in one small-group day of up to 6 people.
Book thisHow do I get to the Seceda valley station in Ortisei?
The valley station is at Via Val d'Anna 2 in Ortisei. From Piazza S. Antonio in the centre, the La Curta escalator tunnel brings you there in about 5 minutes.
- On foot from the centre: the La Curta tunnel has 6 escalators and moving walkways, climbs 59 m and is 295 m long. The ride takes about 5 minutes.
- By car: there are over 250 parking spaces in a garage and an outdoor car park. Parking in Ortisei is limited on busy days, so arrive early or use the bus.
- By bus: Seceda AG recommends public transport. From 5 July 2026 a new bus runs every 8 minutes between Selva and Ortisei, according to val-gardena.net.
- Contact: Seceda AG answers questions at [email protected] or +39 0471 796 531.
Which GetYourGuide tours include the Seceda cable car ticket?
Two tours: the private guided Seceda ridge hike from the valley station and the small-group day trip from Verona. Other Seceda tours on the platform do not include the lift.
The private Seceda ridge hike lasts 6 hours with a certified guide. The listing states that it starts at the valley station, follows the route Seceda - ridgeline - Pieralongia - Lech Sant, includes lunch at Malga Pieralongia, and returns by cable car. The tour is offered in Italian, German and English, is described by the operator as medium to challenging, and is not suited to people with low fitness.
The Seceda day trip from Verona lasts 12 hours for up to 6 people, starting at Piazza Bra in Verona, with pickups also listed for Vicenza, Padua, Venice and Mestre. The listing states that the Seceda cable car ticket up and down is included, but meals are not. It also visits Val di Funes and Lago di Carezza. By contrast, the Seceda e-bike tour states that cable car fees are not included, because the bikes climb on their own power.
Up the ridge with a local guide, back down by cable car: the private hike handles the lift booking for you.
Book thisFrequently asked questions
Can I buy a Seceda ticket at the valley station on the day?
Only if the day is not sold out online. In 2026 ascents are sold mainly at seceda.it in 30-minute time slots, so book online if you need a specific time.
Can I get a refund if it rains on my Seceda slot?
No. The 2026 rules state that purchased tickets are neither refundable nor changeable and are valid only for the selected time slot. Tours with free cancellation shift this risk away from you.
Is the Dolomiti SuperSummer card valid at Seceda?
No. The Dolomiti SuperSummer card is not valid for the Seceda lifts or the Fermeda chairlift. The altoadigemobilita pass, Val Gardena Guest Pass and Gardena Card are accepted, each with its own booking rule.
Do young children pay on the Seceda cable car?
Children under 8 travel free with an adult ticket, according to seceda.it. Older children need their own ticket in the same time slot.
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Private Seceda Ridge Hike with Cable Car & Lunch
- Certified private hiking guide; Italian, German or English
- Cable car tickets up and down, as the listing states
- Lunch at the Malga Pieralongia hut
Seceda, Val di Funes & Lago di Carezza from Verona
- Return transport from Verona; pickup also offered in Vicenza, Padua, Venice and Mestre
- Seceda cable car ticket up and down, as the listing states
- Val di Funes with views of Santa Maddalena, and a walk at Lago di Carezza
