
About Ticino
Ticino (German: Tessin) is the southernmost Swiss canton and widely known as the national tanning salon. Until the fifteenth century, the region belonged to the Duchy of Milan. At the start of the 20th century, Ticino became a popular haven for artists and writers. The rugged Alpine landscape coulisse in the northern part of Ticino provides a charming contrast to Lake Maggiore and Lake Lugano, in whose mild climate palm trees, magnolias and olive trees flourish. Hardy vacationers value the natural landscape of Ticino and enjoy hiking, climbing, mountain rambles or bicycling. At higher altitudes of up to 2,200 meters, skiing is possible until spring in the valley of Bosco Gurin.
Ticino’s tourism is concentrated in the “Golden Triangle,” formed by the cities of Lugano, Bellinzona and Locarno. In the wildly romantic hinterland, vacationers can find peace and solitude, while in the valleys of Maggia and Verzasca, nature knows its own laws. As well, art-historically Ticino is fascinating. Numerous masterworks of painting and sculpture can be admired in Biasca, Prugiasco or Locarno. The new Ticino school blossomed in the 20th century and influenced architecture in many localities. Offered regional delicacies such as cheese and bacon or tasty, subtly refined Ticino cuisine, gourmets will definitely enjoy their stay.
Ticino’s tourism is concentrated in the “Golden Triangle,” formed by the cities of Lugano, Bellinzona and Locarno. In the wildly romantic hinterland, vacationers can find peace and solitude, while in the valleys of Maggia and Verzasca, nature knows its own laws. As well, art-historically Ticino is fascinating. Numerous masterworks of painting and sculpture can be admired in Biasca, Prugiasco or Locarno. The new Ticino school blossomed in the 20th century and influenced architecture in many localities. Offered regional delicacies such as cheese and bacon or tasty, subtly refined Ticino cuisine, gourmets will definitely enjoy their stay.