We owe the construction of the mountain train leading to Monte Salvatore to the initiative of two men, Franz Josef Bucher and Josef Durrer-Gasser. The work on the narrow gauge line started in 1890. The train is called Funicolare Monte San Salvatore and it takes its passengers in comfort to a height of 909 meters. The viewing platform is only a stone’s throw away. The train runs every thirty minutes, from March to November.
From the mountaintop you can enjoy the magnificent view over the Swiss countryside and Lake Lugano. There is also a playground with many activities for the small fry, while their parents take in the sweeping panorama.
A truly classic tour is the two-and-a-half hour hike via Carona to Morcote.
San Salvatore – in the Heart of Southern Ticino
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From Paradiso, a suburb of Lugano, a funicular takes you to San Salvatore. From the mountain station you can reach the peak with its viewing tower in a 10- to 15-minute walk. This is one of the region’s most beautiful vantage points.
Access:
By train to Lugano, transfer to the regional train in the direction of Chiasso up to Lugano-Paradiso. There are also bus connections operated by the Lugano Transport Authority. By car, take the exit Lugano Süd and drive to Paradiso fahren.Sunset:
At the height of summer, visitors can expect a splendid sunset high above Lake Lugano. See additional information here.
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Contact Information
- Funicolare Monte San Salvatore SA
6902 Lugano-Paradiso
Tel. +41 (0)91 985 28 28
Fax +41 (0)91 985 28 29
funisansalvatore@bluewin.ch
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