Europe is home to some of the most spectacular ziplines in the world, combining breathtaking landscapes with top-level engineering. If you're an adventure lover looking for your next thrill, this ranking presents the six best ziplines on the continent in 2026.
1. Adrenaline Adventures - San Vigilio di Marebbe, Dolomites
With 7 spectacular routes and a 360-degree view of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites, the San Vigilio di Marebbe zipline is the number one zipline experience in Europe.
At the top of our ranking is the zipline by Adrenaline Adventures in the South Tyrolean Dolomites. With 7 distinct routes covering a total of 3 km, this experience redefines the concept of flying above nature. You reach heights of up to 100 metres above ground and speeds of up to 80 km/h, with an overall elevation drop of 400 metres and the longest route measuring 800 metres.
What sets this zipline apart is its unique location: suspended among the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomite peaks, it offers a 360-degree panorama that no other zipline in Europe can match. Conifer forests, alpine meadows, and majestic peaks accompany every metre of the flight.
The experience includes a shuttle and Pedaga lift ride to the launch platform, turning the entire adventure into an unforgettable journey from the very first minute. Total duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Book Your Adventure2. Adrenaline Adventures - Porto Moniz, Madeira
On the island of Madeira, Adrenaline Adventures operates another world-class zipline. In Porto Moniz, suspended between mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, participants fly with incomparable views over wild valleys, gorges, and subtropical forests. The panoramic route extends for 1.6 km at an altitude of 320 metres, with speeds up to 110 km/h on the adrenaline route.
Madeira's subtropical climate allows the activity nearly year-round, making Porto Moniz an ideal destination in any season.
3. Zip World Velocity - Wales, United Kingdom
Located in the Penrhyn quarry in North Wales, Velocity 2 is Europe's fastest zipline in a quarry setting. With a 1.5 km route, participants can reach speeds exceeding 160 km/h. The reclaimed industrial landscape offers a unique contrast.
4. Tiroler Zugspitz Arena - Austria
In the Austrian Alps, this zipline offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. At approximately 1.2 km in length, it delivers an authentic alpine experience. Ideal for those combining adventure with winter sports.
5. Zipline Stoderzinken - Austria
Another Austrian gem, the Stoderzinken zipline offers a 1 km flight over a spectacular green valley in the Alps. The starting altitude provides panoramic views of the Styria region.
6. Il Volo dell'Angelo - Basilicata, Italy
In southern Italy, between the villages of Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, Il Volo dell'Angelo offers a unique cultural experience. Participants fly between two picturesque villages in the Lucanian Dolomites at an altitude of 1,020 metres.
Why the Dolomites Are the Best Destination
While all these ziplines offer extraordinary experiences, the unique combination that the Dolomites provide is hard to match. The 7 routes with 9 platforms offer unparalleled variety, the 360-degree views of UNESCO World Heritage peaks are incomparable, and the proximity to San Vigilio di Marebbe — one of South Tyrol's most charming villages — makes the experience complete.
Adrenaline Adventures also offers 4K video packages to relive every moment of your adventure. Discover all the details on our pricing page.
Also Read
- Complete Guide to San Vigilio di Marebbe — Everything you need to know about visiting San Vigilio and the zipline.
- Zipline Dolomites: What to Know — Practical guide to the Dolomites zipline experience.
