Funivia Stresa – Alpino – Mottarone

If you get a clear day Funivia is a must do. We took the 2 gondola rides up and then the chair lift to the too. The views were breathtaking, you could even see Lake D’Orta from the top. We took the mountain coaster down to the gondola, which was slot of fun. Definitely glad we did this!

In 20 minutes you can ride this cable car from Stresa to the top of Mottarone. On the way up, after about 10 minutes, you will come to the first station — Alpinia. Here you will find a botanical garden, but not great views due to the tall trees. Definitely continue up with the second cable car to Mottarone. After you reach Mottarone, take the ski lift (included in the cost) to the overlook platform for a great 360 degree view. On a clear day this view is unbeatable. At the top, you will find many possible activities to take part in. I noticed many people renting mountain bikes and taking them with them, many hikers, and there are several adventure type parks with lots of different activities to take part in as well. To find the station you will want to walk from city center along the lake front towards the islands. As you walk along the water front you will come to the station.