Ticino
Ticino, located in the south of Switzerland on the border with Italy, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cantons in Switzerland.
With its breathtaking mountain panoramas, clear lakes, evergreen palm trees and Mediterranean dolce vita, it combines the best of both worlds. Here you will find the perfect blend of Swiss coziness and southern flair.
The canton of Ticino is also rich in cultural treasures, culinary highlights and traditional festivals that make a visit an unforgettable experience.
Monte San Giorgio – UNESCO World Heritage
The imposing Monte San Giorgio rises to an altitude of 1097 m between the two southern arms of Lake Lugano. This pyramid-shaped mountain is home to...
Brissago – Shore pearl on Lago Maggiore
On the north-western coast of Maggiore Lake, Southwest directly from Ronco and Ascona and across Italian border is situated a town called Brissago....
Verzasca Valley – magical Beauty
The Verzasca Valley is one of the most impressive valleys in the canton of Ticino captivating both romantics and adventurers alike. It is a...
San Salvatore – landmark of Lugano
Like the Sugar Loaf Mountain for Rio de Janeiro, Monte San Salvatore is a striking landmark for Lugano. The hill climbs majestically over the city...
Lugano – pearl on Lake Lugano
Lugano, the largest city in Ticino, combines Mediterranean flair with a casual and cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is the perfect destination for...
Morcote – the most beautiful village in Switzerland
Morcote, once a fishing village on Lake Lugano, is undoubtedly one of the most photographed motifs in Ticino. With its picturesque beauty, the...
Monte Brè – Lugano’s local mountain
Monte Brè, with an altitude of 925 m, rises to the east of Lugano on the slopes of Monte Boglia (1516 m). It is a popular panoramic mountain and,...
Ascona – Sweet Life under the Palms
Ascona is located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore and, at 196 meters above sea level, is the lowest town in Switzerland. The town is known...
Monte Generoso panoramic mountain
Monte Generoso, with an altitude of 1,701 m, is the most important panoramic mountain in the canton of Ticino. From the summit, there is a...
Brissago Islands – the island idyll of Switzerland
The Brissago Islands, Isole di Brissago in Italian, are undoubtedly one of the most enchanting spots in the region - a small subtropical paradise....
Locarno – Mediterranean jewel
Locarno is located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore and, together with Lugano, is the warmest place in Switzerland. It is considered the northernmost city with a...
Maggia Valley – magic spell
Vallemaggia, also known as the Maggia Valley, is one of the largest valleys in Ticino and was given its name because of its size: Vallis Madiae means Valle Maggiore or "larger"...
Bellinzona – UNESCO World Heritage Site
After Lugano, Bellinzona is the second largest city in the canton of Ticino with around 43,000 inhabitants. The inhabitants of Bellinzona are called Bellenzer and in Italian...
Carona – picturesque jewel
At 602 meters above sea level, nestled between the summit of Monte San Salvatore and Monte Arbostora, lies the charming village of Carona. The old village proudly bears witness...
Swissminiatur – Switzerland in miniature
Swissminiatur is the largest open-air miniature museum in Switzerland and is located in Melide on the shores of Lake Lugano. The park is surrounded by the impressive backdrop of...
Bosco Gurin – Mountain magic in Ticino
At an altitude of 1503 meters above sea level lies the enchanting mountain village of Bosco Gurin in a side valley of the Valle Maggia. It is the highest mountain village in...
Gandria – nostalgic fishing village
The idyllic village of Gandria is located at an altitude of 295 meters on the northern shore of Lake Lugano, on the steep slope of Monte Brè, just 5 kilometers east of Lugano...
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