Monte Tamaro
Lugano, Switzerland • USD 31 - USD 45 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedLugano, Switzerland
• USD 31 - USD 45Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
15°C – 25°C, warmest month, mostly sunny with occasional showers, excellent conditions for hiking and adventure activities, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 25°C, warmest month, mostly sunny with occasional showers, excellent conditions for hiking and adventure activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Cable car and base area accessible; summit requires hiking with stairs and slopes.
Cable car and base area accessible; summit requires hiking with stairs and slopes.
Value for money
Medium
Pricing is fair, but activities are weather dependent.
Pricing is fair, but activities are weather dependent.
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Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Scenery
Couples loved the views from the new cable car and the scenic trails. Romantic!
Perfect Getaway
Visitors found it perfect for a day out, with good weather and activities.
New Cablecar
Couples raved about the new cable car experience and its ease of access.
Limited Activities
Winter season closures left couples with fewer activity options. Disappointing.
Pricey Adventure
Some couples found the adventure park activities a bit expensive for the experience.
Weather Dependent
Couples warned that the experience is highly dependent on good weather conditions.
Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
08:30 AM - 05:00 PM
In-depth experience
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Perfect for families and thrill-seekers, Monte Tamaro is an alpine playground with endless charm.
Ascend Monte Tamaro for awe-inspiring scenery and exciting outdoor experiences.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-5-4°C
Cold winter weather with a mix of snow and occasional rain, depending on altitude. Frequent overcast days.
Cold winter weather with a mix of snow and occasional rain, depending on altitude. Frequent overcast days.
Closed
All tourist infrastructure, including cable car, adventure park, and restaurants, remains closed.
All tourist infrastructure, including cable car, adventure park, and restaurants, remains closed.
Not recommended
Monte Tamaro is not open for tourism in February; mountain access is limited to possible winter hiking in lower areas at your own risk.
Monte Tamaro is not open for tourism in February; mountain access is limited to possible winter hiking in lower areas at your own risk.
March
LOW
-3-8°C
Cool to mild, with snow possible early in the month and increasing chance of rain as spring approaches.
Cool to mild, with snow possible early in the month and increasing chance of rain as spring approaches.
Closed
Tourist infrastructure remains closed until the summer season begins, usually in April or May.
Tourist infrastructure remains closed until the summer season begins, usually in April or May.
Not recommended
March is generally not suitable for visiting Monte Tamaro due to continued closure of cable car and attractions and lingering winter conditions.
March is generally not suitable for visiting Monte Tamaro due to continued closure of cable car and attractions and lingering winter conditions.
April
LOW
1-12°C
Cool spring conditions, with occasional rain and possible late snow at higher altitudes. Increasing sunny intervals.
Cool spring conditions, with occasional rain and possible late snow at higher altitudes. Increasing sunny intervals.
Closed
Most of the mountain's attractions and the cable car typically remain closed until late April or early May; check official opening dates before planning a visit.
Most of the mountain's attractions and the cable car typically remain closed until late April or early May; check official opening dates before planning a visit.
Not recommended
April is a transitional month; Monte Tamaro is usually still closed to visitors for most of the month, although late April may mark the start of limited reopening depending on weather and snow conditions.
April is a transitional month; Monte Tamaro is usually still closed to visitors for most of the month, although late April may mark the start of limited reopening depending on weather and snow conditions.
May
MEDIUM
8-18°C
Mild spring weather, occasional rain showers, mountain conditions can change rapidly.
Mild spring weather, occasional rain showers, mountain conditions can change rapidly.
Open
Cable car and activities operate from April; some facilities may have limited hours or be affected by weather.
Cable car and activities operate from April; some facilities may have limited hours or be affected by weather.
Recommended
May is a pleasant time for hiking and outdoor activities on Monte Tamaro, with most attractions operating and moderate crowds.
May is a pleasant time for hiking and outdoor activities on Monte Tamaro, with most attractions operating and moderate crowds.
How to get there
Cable Car
Recommended
The cable car ascends from Rivera to Alpe Foppa.
Train
Recommended
Take the train to Rivera-Bironico station. From there, it's a short walk to the cable car valley station.
Walking
Recommended
Walk from Rivera-Bironico station to the cable car, and on the trails at Alpe Foppa.
Bike
Bikes can be used on the trails at Alpe Foppa, accessible via the cable car.
Car
Drive via the A2 motorway, exiting at Rivera. Parking is available at the cable car station.
Taxi
Taxis are available to reach the cable car base station in Rivera.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 6-75
