Situated in the South Tyrol region of the Dolomites lies Seceda (Seceda 2,500m) an awe-inspiring, jagged, ridgeline, one of the most unique and beautiful views of Val Gardena and one of the best hiking spots in the Dolomites region!

🗓️ Best times to visit: June - September

There are multiple routes to reach this spot!

(Fastest option)⬇️😍

Start in the village of Ortisei (Val Gardena).

🚡Take the first cable car to Furnes

🚡Take the second cable car to Seceda

Once you reach the mountain station you can hike up for about 10 minutes to reach the top (2.500 m) with a stunning panoramic view 😍⛰️

🥾🌸From there a small narrow path veers to the left. In just 5 mins you will arrive at a meadow slope with flowers, from where you can enjoy this view!

❗️🥾INFO: There are a lot of hiking alternatives to reach the Seceda ridgeline without using cable cars.

My route

📍Hike from Col Raiser carpark situated in the town of Selva di Val Gardena.

The hike from here to the Seceda ridgeline is a steep but moderate hike, 6.4km and involves 970m of ascent. The route follows path 1 and 1a up the valley, zig-zagging beneath the gondola and should take

2-3 hours one way.

🧾 Quick Costs Summary 2025

Access MethodTotal Cost (approx.)

Ortisei + full cableway (round‑trip) €52 (entry via gondola + cable car) + up to €13 parking

Col Raiser lift + hike €28 (return gondola) + €5–8 parking; hiking after lift

Fully on foot (no lifts) Free—no entry fee, just hiking effort

If you head to the top of Seceda, i recommend you take extra time in and around the mountain huts. Hike down towards some of the huts that sit not too far from the top as they make a sensational backdrop, combined with the rolling green hills and flowers in summer. It’s absolutely stunning 🌸

Stay: Fermeda Hutte overnight, wake early to hike to Seceda ridgeline for sunrise 🌄