Southern Switzerland
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Ticino
Where the Swiss Alps meet Mediterranean soul. Palm trees and glaciers, espresso and hiking trails, ancient villages and crystalline lakes.
A Mediterranean oasis in the heart of the Alps
2,300 hours of sunshine per year. The only Swiss canton where Italian is the official language. Palm-lined lakeshores and snow-capped peaks on the same horizon.
Ticino Ticket — Free public transport & discounts at 100+ attractions
Not to Miss
Scenic Views
Monte Generoso
Monte Generoso is probably the most panoramic mountain in the Canton of Ticino.
Trekking
Greina
For those that love Alpine settings and vast spaces that mountains can offer, the region of Greina is a destination not to miss.
Villages
Ascona
A romantic lakeside gem where boutique-lined alleys, Renaissance art, and the warmth of Mediterranean light invite you to linger.
Cities & Monuments
Fortress of Bellinzona
The three castles of Bellinzona are one of Ticino's main attractions and, with the old walls that are still standing, represent the sole medieval military complex in the Alpine region.
Water
Verzasca River
The Verzasca River's source is on the peaks above Sonogno from where it follows the namesake valley down to the Corippo fork and flows into the artificial lake.
Museums
LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura
This modern cultural centre - which houses the MASI (Museum of Art of Italian Switzerland), with three exhibition floors hosting temporary exhibitions and part of the permanent collection - is devoted to visual art, as well as to music (with a 1000-seat concert hall) and the performing arts, serving as an important point of reference for the whole of Switzerland.
“La Dolce Vita Svizzera”
Where every meal is a celebration, every view a masterpiece, and every moment an invitation to slow down.
Begin Your Journey
Whether you seek adventure in the mountains, relaxation by the lake, or a taste of Mediterranean culture, Ticino awaits.