Sunrise Concerts on Rosskopf
High-altitude sunrise, guided hike, live music, and mountain breakfast on Monte Cavallo above Vipiteno
About Sunrise Concerts on Monte Cavallo
Sunrise in music above Vipiteno
The Sunrise Concerts on Rosskopf are one of the most evocative summer experiences in the Monte Cavallo area, the local mountain of Vipiteno/Sterzing, in the Isarco Valley, Province of Bolzano, Trentino-South Tyrol. The concept is simple yet powerful: start the day up there, where the horizon expands and the early morning light turns the peaks into gold.
How the morning unfolds
On scheduled dates, the Monte Cavallo cable car opens early, with departures staggered between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM depending on the sunrise time. From the mountain station at approximately 1,860 meters, a guide leads participants on a short hike to the Köpfel summit cross and the Wunschglocke, the wishing bell located at about 2,120 meters. It is here, as the sun rises behind the Zillertal Alps and the Dolomites, that the live concert takes place: an intimate moment with acoustic music chosen to harmonize with the mountain silence.
Breakfast at altitude
At the end of the concert, guests share a rich and authentic mountain breakfast featuring traditional South Tyrolean products, all while enjoying a 360-degree panorama. It is the perfect way to conclude the experience before heading back down to the valley or continuing the hike along the Rosskopf trails.
Who it is for
The event is designed for nature lovers, early-bird hikers, and anyone wishing to experience a special moment in the mountains. Participation requires advance registration via the resort's platform (www.montecavallo.com), as spots are limited and the logistics of the sunrise must be carefully organized. An initiative that combines gentle sports, musical tradition, and alpine hospitality, which has become a staple of the Vipiteno summer in recent years.
Sunrise Concerts on Monte Cavallo — edition 2026
For the 2026 summer season, the Monte Cavallo resort confirms four Sunrise Concerts, all following the same format: early cable car, guided hike to the Köpfel, and a live concert at the wishing bell (Wunschglocke, 2,120 m), followed by a mountain breakfast. Breakfast costs €17 (adults) and €10 (children 8-14); the cable car ticket is not included. Mandatory registration at www.montecavallo.com.
Programme Sunrise Concerts on Monte Cavallo 2026
Sunday, August 2, 2026 — Timbreroots
- 05:10 — Cable car departure from the Monte Cavallo valley station
- Guided hike to the Köpfel and sunrise concert at the Wunschglocke (2,120 m) with Timbreroots
- Followed by mountain breakfast
Sunday, August 9, 2026 — Santoni Family
- 05:20 — Cable car departure
- Sunrise concert with Santoni Family + breakfast
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 — Pat Wallis
- 05:25 — Cable car departure
- Sunrise concert with Pat Wallis + breakfast
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 — Hondmade
- 05:55 — Cable car departure
- Sunrise concert with Hondmade + breakfast
Please arrive at the valley station about 20 minutes before the indicated departure time. Mandatory booking via www.montecavallo.com.
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Practical information — Sunrise Concerts on Monte Cavallo
How to get there
Vipiteno/Sterzing can be reached by car via the A22 Brenner motorway (Vipiteno exit) or by train to the Vipiteno station on the Brenner line. The Monte Cavallo cable car valley station is the meeting point.
Times and meeting point
Cable car departures are scheduled early (between 5:10 AM and 5:55 AM depending on the date) to reach the altitude by sunrise. Please arrive at the valley station about 20 minutes before the indicated departure time.
Prices
Breakfast: €17.00 for adults, €10.00 for children (8-14 years). The cable car ticket is not included (free for activeCard holders). Breakfast payment is made on the morning itself at the valley station.
Booking
Mandatory registration via www.montecavallo.com. Info: +39 0472 765 521 — [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Sunrise Concerts on Monte Cavallo
Monte Cavallo / Rosskopf (Wunschglocke, 2.120 m)