Looking to visit the best lakes in Ticino? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Ticino’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
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Hiking Highlight
For me one of the highlights in Ticino. Fantastic all-round view and can be reached via shady forest paths in summer.
Tip by Oliver
Hiking Highlight
On Monte San Giorgio you will find yourself in a bivouac where you can stay sheltered, there are drinks and water inside the bivouac, which are not free!
There is …
Tip by Ivan Lucini
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Cycling Highlight
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 …
Tip by Wiro L.
Hiking Highlight
Monte Brè is the sunniest mountain in Switzerland. The grandiose view of the Ceresio Bay, the Alps and Monte Rose and the countless hiking opportunities make it a preferred destination between art and nature.
Tip by Wiro L.
Cycling Highlight (Segment)
Well-developed bike path right on the lake with great views, cafes and restaurants.
Tip by Wiro L.
Cycling Highlight
Very beautiful lake promenade on the shores of Lake Maggiore.
More information: de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ascona#Sehensw%C3%BCrdigkeiten
Tip by PinionRadlerJan
Cycling Highlight
Thanks to its location between mountain and lake, its village center with its many arcades, its churches and chapels, a park that is like a little paradise, Morcote deserves the …
Tip by Wiro L.
Mountain Biking Highlight
The village of Monte Brè is often used as a stopover for an ascent to Cardada or Cimetta. It also offers a wonderful view of Locarno and its surroundings as …
Tip by Wiro L.
Hiking Highlight
Gandria is a small but lovely village not far from Lugano and easily accessible on foot. It used to live off oil production and fishing, and today the picturesque village …
Tip by Wiro L.
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Collection by Jack Wolfskin
Hiking Collection by Mattia
Hiking Collection by Adventurer Nic
Hiking Collection by Marika Abbà
Hiking Collection by Tamara (unterwegs)
Hiking Collection by Tamara (unterwegs)
Hiking Collection by Vanessa
Hiking Collection by Tamara (unterwegs)
Hiking Collection by Tamara (unterwegs)
Cycling Collection by bike to work
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