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The Top 20 Peaks around Distretto di Lugano

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Distretto di Lugano is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Distretto di Lugano for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

Monte Generoso

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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 …

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Monte Tamaro

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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 …

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View from Monte San Salvatore

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For me one of the highlights in Ticino. Fantastic all-round view and can be reached via shady forest paths in summer.

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Monte Lema

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Border stone that separates Italy from Switzerland.

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Ascent of Monte Tamaro

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On the exhausting way to the top of the Tamaro you should treat yourself to a small breather and let your eyes wander over the beautiful scenery in peace. There is a lot to see.

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Chapel of San Salvatore

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This – impressive – chapel on the mountain of the same name on Lake Lugano was not dedicated to one of the many people whom we honor as blessed or …

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Ridge Hike to Monte Lema

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For me, the hike from Monte Lema to Monte Tamaro is one of the most beautiful in Ticino. It offers a spectacular view. To the west, behind Lake Maggiore, you …

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Monte Ferraro Summit

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From the top of Monte Ferraro you can admire an all-round panorama.

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This not-so-easy section of the trail offers a fantastic view of the Denti della Vecchia peaks. The limestone cliffs look majestic and imposing from here.

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At the summit there is a simple summit cross, a small chapel dedicated to St. Gratus of Aosta, and a high mast visible from afar, connecting the Musignano substation at …

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