Why not use a gondola to get to the top of the mountain and then start your hike? Shhh…it’s our secret. All the best hikers skip the boring parts and get right to the action up top!
Find the best summer chairlifts, gondolas and funiculars in Europe. From small chairlifts soaring over Rhine River Germany vineyards to impossible feats of engineering going up to 9,000 + feet in the Dolomites.
Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Rhineland-Palatinate, the quaint town of Saarburg, Germany, offers an array of delightful activities for visitors, including the renowned Saarburg Chairlift. This attraction seamlessly blends adventure with scenic beauty, giving you the unique opportunity to behold the town from a bird’s-eye view as you ascend … Read More
Hovering over the Rhine, the Koblenz cable car offers a unique vantage point of the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers at the iconic Deutsches Eck on a trip from the Old town to the hilltop Fortress. The Koblenz cable car not only serves as a practical mode of … Read More
If you’re looking for a gentle, non-Alpine chairlift or gondola experience this article will show you how to sit comfortably with a glass of Riesling while skipping the uphill! Less “Adventure” – More Relaxation. I absolutely love a ride up the mountain when I can get it! Especially when it’s … Read More
Nestled in the scenic wine region of the Pfälzer Wald, you will find an enchanting attraction, the Rietburgbahn in Edenkoben. It’s not just a means to skip the uphill to the fab restaurant in the castle; it’s an experience that offers you a unique perspective of the vineyards from above. … Read More
Recently, I hiked the Moselsteig with my sweet doodle Ruby, and we passed under the family-friendly Cochemer Sesselbahn (Cochem chairlift in English). Tl:DR: The Cochem Chairlift, also known as Sesselbahn Cochem, operates during the warmer months from 10 am daily. It is open from April to October, depending on the … Read More
Join me as I take you along on the captivating Rudesheim Ring Tour, where the romance of the Rhine meets Germany’s legendary winemaking tradition for an experience that’s as rich in history as it is in flavor. This is where German tourism excels: A family friendly walk through vineyards with … Read More
Experience Incredible Views of the Rhine River & Vineyards on the Assmannshausen Chairlift – Assmannshausen in MY FAVORITE village on the Rhine! The charming Assmannshausen chairlift not only has a unique name but also provides a more intimate experience of the Rhine Gorge wine village. Many people tend to limit … Read More
If you want to experience the stunning scenery of Rüdesheim am Rhein in Germany, the Rüdesheim cable car (Rüdesheim Seilbahn in German) is the perfect starting point to do so. I had the pleasure of trying it out myself and the best part is that it is wheelchair accessible. Short … Read More
The Kranzberg Chairlift (or Kranzberg Sessellift in German) is a slow, lovely old-fashioned chairlift that gets you to “Hoher Kranzberg” and perfect for a family outing from Mittenwald. My favorite part of this lift is the quiet….It’s slow and peaceful and then when you get to the top you can … Read More
As my trusty doodle Ruby and I tackled the rugged paths of the MittelRhein Klettersteig, we found ourselves trekking beneath the Boppard Sesselbahn (Boppard chairlift) – a cool slice of engineering that offers sky-high rides with killer views. This unexpected encounter with the chairlift made me think that almost anyone … Read More