The town with the warmest climate Locarno is a southern Swiss town in the district Locarno. The town Locarno is exactly located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore. The city of film is a fascinating place for its history, culture and architecture. The town is well-known for its warmest climate in Switzerland and 2,300 …
Monte Brè is a small mountain east of Lugano on the flank of Monte Boglia with a view of the bay of Lugano and the Pennine Alps and the Bernese Alps. It is considered one of the sunniest points in Switzerland. Funicular railways run in the scenic mountain above the lake basin and the vibrant town from the edge of Lugano …
Morcote is one of Switzerland’s most enchanting villages. The picturesque village on Lake Lugano is in reality part of the Swiss Federal List of protected sites. It was not without just cause that picturesque Morcote was voted Switzerland’s most beautiful village in 2016. Morcote is called “the Pearl of Ceresio” with its distinctive little alleys, …
Contra Dam – “GoldenEye” Bungee Jumping The Contra Dam, is also known as Verzasca Dam under unofficial name and the Locarno Dam as well. It is an arch dam on the Verzasca River in the Val Verzasca of Ticino, Switzerland. The dam’s unique architecture is the main attracted and curious thing for tourists and active recreation enthusiasts. It is very popular among Bungee Jumpers. Actually, James Bond film …
Lido Locarno – For Water-lovers The people who are very fond of water will not leave the place easily. It is entirely for water lovers. The Lido, a public outdoor pool and a beautiful location on the lakeshore offers an extraordinary oasis for leisure, sport and relaxation & wellness. It is the destination for both kids …
Tibetan Bridge The Tibetan bridge (659 m) built by the Foundation Curzútt-S. Barnard is 130 m above a stream and offers a fantastic view over a shaky length of 270 m. It allows the passage of the rugged valley that separates the communities of Sementina and Monte Carasso, two towns located in front of Bellinzona. …
Monte San Giorgio Where marine fauna and other large animals once lived You can enjoy a view over the lake and mountains offering unforgettable views of the city from the San Giorgio peak, at an altitude of 1,000 m in southern Ticino. You can reach the summit from Meride within a couple of hours’ walk …
LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura Lugano Arte e Cultura (LAC) is not simply museum, but a cultural centre dedicated to music, visual and performance arts opened on 12th of September, 2015 in Lugano, Switzerland. Its aim is to promote a rich program of artistic events and to establish Lugano and Ticino in general as a cultural crossroads between …
Castle of Bellizona With the mighty walls, towers, battlements and gates The castles of Bellinzona are one of Ticino’s main attractions, and are the only medieval military complex in the Alpine region, with the old walls still standing. In 2000 they became a part of UNESCO’s World Heritages. A visit to the castles teaches a …
Lake Promanade Locarno A beautiful panoramic itinerary along Lago Maggiore shores. You can enter the Camellia Park, not far from the Maggia River, taking the lakeside route from Minusio to Muralto and Locarno. It is a simple path, completely open, mainly for pedestrians and cyclists mostly on sidewalks and roads also provide large parking lots, …
Reaches its arms out into Italy The lake Lugano is surrounded by mountains and has a number of different branches: Monte Generoso is the highest mountain on Lake Lugano, at about 1700 m. A rack railway takes you to the top of the mountain from Capolago’s lakeside resort, with its panoramic view. Visitors surely enjoy …
Piazza Grande Locarno – With the typical arcades The Piazza Grande is one of the largest and most prominent squares in Switzerland, with its traditional arcades. Piazza Grande is exciting meeting spot of Locarno. Walking along a shopping spree under the popular arcades, having a cup of coffee or lunch, in short, spending a pleasant …
Versasca Valley – For both romantics and adventures. Verzasca valley is one of wonderfully beautiful valleys of the Ticino. The region has a wide network of paths, with a total length of about 300 km, and they cater for a wide range of needs: from a leisurely stroll along the lake, through sporting trails and …
Vallemaggia A valley where nature, culture, emotion and taste come together perfectly The rivers are a popular place to sunbathe and cool off in the crystal-clear water during the summer. Numerous beautiful pools in many different shades of blue and a few fine sandy beaches are situated along the rivers of Vallemaggia- the magic valley, …
Ticino is the southernmost canton of Switzerland. It is one of the large southern Alpine cantons, along with Valais and the Grisons. Tessin is the Mediterranean region with Italian seems to begin on the southern side of the Alps. Additionally, there is a feeling of Italy specifically Italian weather, Italian style, Italian gelato, Italian pasta, Italian architecture …
One of Ticino’s most magical places – a small subtropical paradise The Brissago Islands are small subtropical paradise on Lake Maggiore that can be easily accessible by boat The mild climate at Lago Maggiore is unique in Switzerland, and enables subtropical plants to flourish in the open air on Isola Grande, the large island. The …
Switzerland’s lowest lying town Ascona is Switzerland’s most perfect lake town which is famous for its mild climate. It is also called Lake Langen, located at 196 meters above sea level on the northern shore of Lago Maggiore. A good living high roller crowd will be attracted by Michelin-starred restaurants, an 18-hole golf course and …