How to get there
Take the Ortisei funicular to Furnes, then the Seceda cable car to 2,519 m. From the top station walk 20–30 minutes north along the ridge to reach the classic view of the Odle spires without other visitors in the frame.
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Seceda Ridgeline
A dramatic ridgeline at 2,500m with sharp rock formations and sweeping views over Val Gardena and the Odle mountain group.
Written and reviewed by Anas Morsali, founder of travellerseasyLast reviewed 11 September 2026Based on the author's own tripHow we research
Photograph by Anas Morsali, taken during his own trip
Seceda is one of the most iconic viewpoints in the Dolomites, standing at 2,519 metres above sea level in Val Gardena, South Tyrol. The ridgeline features a series of dramatic jagged rock spires that form the northern edge of the Odle (Geisler) mountain group. Accessible via cable car from Ortisei, the summit rewards visitors with breathtaking 360-degree panoramas stretching from the Puez-Odle Nature Park to the Sella Group and beyond. The sunrise from Seceda is considered one of the finest in all of the Alps, with golden light illuminating the sharp limestone pinnacles. Several well-marked hiking trails lead along the ridge and down through flower-filled meadows. In winter, the area transforms into a popular ski resort with perfectly groomed slopes.
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Visiting Seceda Ridgeline: practical information
Best time to go
June to October for hiking; December to April for skiing.
Time needed
Half a day, or 2 hours if you only want the viewpoint.
What it costs
About €45 return for the two lifts; single tickets are cheaper if you walk down to Col Raiser.
Good to know before you go
- The last descent is usually around 17:00 — check the board at the base station before going up.
- Sunrise is spectacular but the lifts do not run early enough; the alternative is sleeping at a nearby hut.
- The ridge is grassy and easy, but there are unfenced drops on the north side.
Other highlights in Dolomites
Tre Cime di Lavaredo
Three iconic limestone peaks offering one of the most famous hikes in the Alps, with panoramic views of rugged Dolomite scenery.
Lake Braies
A stunning emerald-green alpine lake surrounded by towering cliffs, perfect for rowing and photography at sunrise.
Val di Funes
A picturesque valley dotted with traditional farmhouses and the iconic St. Johann Church framed by the Odle peaks.