Ticino your sunny break

A small region, a big world

Ticino is rich in natural contrasts. In just a few kilometers you can travel from the Gotthard massif right down to the sweet hills of Mendrisiotto, close to Italy. The canton of Ticino comprises four regions: Bellinzonese e Alto Ticino, Ascona-Locarno Region, Lugano Region and Mendrisiotto e Basso Ceresio. These four destinations can offer you everything you’re looking for: culture and nature, city and mountain villages, sport and relaxation.

Ticino a destination full of stunning places to explore

Anyone that loves to travel knows the pull to head out into the world. But those just itching to travel should look for a trip to Ticino for the next vacations: it has so many glamorous locations that hold their own and is an ideal alternative destination for those seeking a voyage of discovery.

See the world. Visit Ticino!
Visit the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland’s most beautiful spots.

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Eat, laugh, relax. Repeat.

Immerse yourself in the local culture and traditions and then enjoy a stunning panorama from one of Ticino’s many mountains or choose to relax and pamper yourself for a day of pure wellbeing. Travelling with the family? No problem: the attractions are countless for a family-friendly destination like Ticino.

Small moments, a great experience

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Population

+353'300

Climate

Mediterranean

Currency

Swiss franc

Official language

Italian

See the world. Visit Ticino! Visit the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland’s most beautiful spots.

Louise's story Wine-lover, lives in Ticino and Mendrisiotto keeps her memories of California alive.

Winter in Ticino Switzerland's only Mediterranean winter awaits you on the shores of Ticino's lakes.

Ticino Ticket Travel within Ticino for free

Ceneri 2020 Ticino is now even closer thanks to the Ceneri Base Tunnel.

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See the world. Visit Ticino!
Visit the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland’s most beautiful spots.

Louise's story
Wine-lover, lives in Ticino and Mendrisiotto keeps her memories of California alive.

Winter in Ticino
Switzerland's only Mediterranean winter awaits you on the shores of Ticino's lakes.

Ticino Ticket
Travel within Ticino for free

Ceneri 2020
Ticino is now even closer thanks to the Ceneri Base Tunnel.