The Top 20 Attractions around Lake Lugano
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Lake Lugano. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Lake Lugano is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Morcote Village
Highlight • Settlement
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 …
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Gandria Village on Lake Lugano
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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 …
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Porto Ceresio Waterfront Promenade
Highlight • Viewpoint
Porto Ceresio belongs to the province of Varese on Lake Lugano, and was made famous as an internationally renowned center of craftsmanship and art. Very inhabited and busy city, but worth a passing visit.
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Santa Maria del Sasso Church and Cemetery, Morcote
Highlight • Religious Site
At the end of the village of Morcote, which was first mentioned in documents in the 10th century, 400 steps lead to a viewing terrace on which the parish church …
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Old Porlezza Road
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
In order to catch the entrance one must first on the sidewalk next to the road change. If you miss that, then you have to lift the wheel in front …
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