Sightseeing tips for Bellinzona
You'll find our recommended day trips below.
SIGHTSEEING IN AND AROUND BELLINZONA
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Centovalli railway
The Centovalli railway offers a unique train journey across remote valleys in northern Italy and southern Switzerland.
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Boat trip Lake Maggiore
Explore southern Switzerland and northern Italy by boat. Enjoy the green mountains, palm trees, wonderful villages and pleasant Mediterranean climate.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Lake;
Scenic trip, By boat
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Attraction type: Culture, Museum;
Culture, Monument;
City tour
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Bellinzona (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
The Ticino region in one day
Don't have much time, or looking for an introduction to the Ticino region? This one-day trip to Lugano and Locarno makes sure you won't miss the best spots.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular;
Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
Natural site, Lake;
Culture, Monument;
City tour;
Scenic trip, By train;
Scenic trip, By boat
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino), Lake Lugano (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Monte Tamaro
Gondola ride to a hiking area, viewing point and the famous Santa Maria degli Angeli church.
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Cardada-Cimetta
A pleasant trip from Locarno along the famous Madonna del Sasso church up to Cardada and finally Cimetta. A wide view of Locarno, Ascona and Lake Maggiore awaits you here.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car;
Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Locarno (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Madonna del Sasso
The Madonna del Sasso is a historical church on a sacred mountain just outside Locarno. The church, the walk to get there and the view from the top are definitely worth a visit.
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Attraction type: Culture, Monument;
Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Locarno (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Brissago Islands
Take a boat to a unique island with a subtropic climate and wonderful gardens.
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Attraction type: Scenic trip, By boat;
Natural site, Lake
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Attraction type: Theme park
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Escort: independent (ticket only)
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Region: Locarno (Ticino)
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Duration: 1 day or less
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Small-group canyoning adventure near Bellinzona
A thrilling canyoning experience in Ticino! You'll be transported to the gorge from Riviera, close to Bellinzona. Then you'll spend 2 to 3 hours full of jumps and slides, all with professional guidance. You can take along photos and videos as a souvenir.
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REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS
Town walk Ascona
The town center of Ascona is tiny but stunningly beautiful. This self-guided walk leads you through all the pretty streets and to the lakefront.
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Hiking time: 0h35
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 197 - 235 m
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Distance: 2.5 km
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Terrain: along lake, town
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Hiking time: 0h40
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 223 - 278 m
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Distance: 2.3 km
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Terrain: town
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
City walk Locarno
A pleasant walk along the lakefront and the historical town center of Locarno, including the pretty Piazza Grande.
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 192 - 225 m
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Distance: 4.1 km
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Terrain: along lake, town
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
Lavertezzo - Ganne
A pleasant hike along the Verzasca river, starting at the famous Ponte dei Salti, a 17th century stone bridge over crystal clear water.
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Hiking time: 1h45
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 535 - 685 m
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Distance: 4.7 km
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Terrain: forest, along river
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 223 - 464 m
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Distance: 5.6 km
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Terrain: town
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 193 - 327 m
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Distance: 2.5 km
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Terrain: forest, town, along lake
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
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Hiking time: 1h30
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 192 - 225 m
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Distance: 6.1 km
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Terrain: town, along lake
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
Tenero - Locarno
An easy walk along the northern tip of Lake Maggiore, even pleasant on a cloudy day.
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 193 - 206 m
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Distance: 4.4 km
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Terrain: town, along lake
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Region: Lake Maggiore (Ticino)
