Attractions in Ticino

According to the natives, Jesus stopped in Monte San Salvatore on his way to heaven to enjoy the picturesque view from there - hence the name: San Salvatore means "Holy … read more

At Cardada (1332 m) you get out of the giant glass gondola belonging to Mr. Botta and first join the day trippers, who aim for the first stop for refreshments … read more

It is said that the area of Monte Brè above Lugano is the sunniest in Switzerland. It offers a great view from the Alps to the Monte Rosa, which then … read more

The 1,097 meter high summit of San Giorgio is a wonderful vantage point: the view sweeps over the sweeping Lake Lugano and the surrounding mountains. The oratorio of the same … read more

At 1,960 meters, the Tamaro is not an extremely difficult summit to climb, but it can rightly be described as an extreme vantage point. It is one of the few … read more

Monte Generoso is the mountain that dominates the entire Mendrisiotto area and Lake Lugano, it can be reached with beautiful treks that start from Switzerland and Valle Intelvi, or it … read more

The curved bridge with two arches, also known as the Roman bridge, dates back to the Middle Ages. It leads through the emerald green waters of the Verzasca near Lavertezzo, where it cools down perfectly after a long hike.

According to the naturalist Louis Lavizzari, one of the first explorers of the Ticino mountains in the 19th century, the Pizzo Leone (1659m) is considered the guardian of the "Ghridone". … read more

Magnificent panorama presented from the top of the Gridone. As early as the 1960s, some enthusiastic Brissaghesi had the idea of building a mountain hut as a place to stop … read more

We have already come across a number of new or bravely renovated huts in the Swiss Alps. The architecture of the new Capanna Cristallina building from 2002 is one of … read more

Of the fantastic Ticino valleys, the protected Verzasca valley is one of the most exciting! One of my favorite hiking regions! ;-)

The Capanna Bovarina (UTOE Bellinzona) is a cozy little hut in the grounds of Alpe Bovarina, with a view of the Rheinwaldhorn and the mighty dam of the Lago di … read more

As the property of the Ticino SAC section, the Campo Tencia hut is the first mountain hut in the Ticino Alps. It was built in 1912 at the foot of … read more

Mountain peaks with excellent panoramic views from Lake Maggiore via Bellinzona to Biasca.

The Capanna Piansecco is a simple hut that is perfect as a destination or stopover for hikes or ski tours. Built in 1995, it stands at the southern foot of … read more

This suspension bridge is a real highlight. You should definitely cross it. Fascinating and frightening at the same time, considering what height it is and what length it is. In … read more

The Brogoldone refuge is located on a panoramic terrace of rare beauty at the end of the Lumino Valley. It is the starting point for hikes and crossings in the … read more

Tenero-Contra is an idyllic community in the canton of Ticino, surrounded by the shores of Lake Maggiore and magnificent hilly landscapes. On the one hand, Tenero-Contra is known as a … read more

The Cimetta is the local mountain of Locarno. Spectacular views of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding valleys characterize every tour up to the Cimetta. Very worthwhile!

Visited by mountain hikers from all directions. The hut is located on the Four Sources Path, on the main continental watershed between the Rhine and Ticino/Po, in a landscape characterized … read more