The cable car climbs from the village to the Pradel plateau at 1,350 m, inside the Adamello Brenta Natural Park. A second section continues to Palon di Tovre. Everything below is the 2026 pattern from the tourism board (visitmolveno.it/en/cable-cars, checked 8 November 2026). Check each spring: the dates change.
2026 timetable (Molveno to Pradel)
| Period | Hours |
|---|---|
| 12 April to 20 June | 08:30 to 17:45 |
| 21 June to 7 September | 08:00 to 18:45 |
| 8 September to 5 October | 08:30 to 17:45 |
| 6 October to 1 November | 08:30 to 17:15 |
The second section, Pradel to Palon di Tovre, starts 15 minutes later and closes 15 to 45 minutes earlier. The lifts ran daily from 25 April to 1 November 2026. Early closures happen: on 21 May 2026 the last runs were at 15:30 and 15:45. One snippet we saw claimed a Sunday closure, which other sources contradict, so we do not state it.
Fare
We found only an undated brochure: around 17 EUR adult return and 12 EUR one way. We could not verify it for any season, so treat it as an approximate guide and check with the operator, Funivie Molveno Pradel, on +39 0461 587008.
What you do at the top
The plateau is the start of the walks described on Brenta Dolomites hikes. Andalo is reachable on foot from Pradel, a descent of about 2.5 km with a shuttle back, according to local listings, see Andalo.
Planning
On a day with poor weather the cable car may close early, so keep your plan flexible. The lake side of the day is on Molveno beach. Staying in the village puts you a short walk from the lower station, see where to stay.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Molveno cable car open in winter?
The 2026 pattern ended on 1 November. We found no winter or 2027 dates, so check with the operator.
How much is the Molveno Pradel cable car?
Around 17 EUR return and 12 EUR one way according to an undated brochure. We could not verify it, so check with the operator.
What time does it start?
In summer 2026, 08:00 (21 June to 7 September). In spring and early autumn, 08:30.
How high is Pradel?
1,350 m, inside the Adamello Brenta Natural Park.
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