Relaunch

The best initiatives for getting Ticino going again

Limits spark creativity

Lots of initiatives and fun, creative, moving and reassuring ideas have sprung up during this period. Many have had to reinvent themselves: hoteliers, restaurant owners, chefs and kitchen staff, clubs and associations. People with Ticino in their hearts have worked hard to create new projects and change their habits in order to move forward after this surreal experience.

Those who love Ticino can’t wait for everything to go back to how it was before, but stronger and more united than ever. We’re going to be looking at some of these great initiatives on this site. Everyone is welcome to tell us about what they’re doing, whether the project is up and running, already finished, or approved and about to get started.

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Here are some initiatives

Ticino is ready to greet you. From the mountain tops to the town squares, the various regions can't wait to welcome you!

Ticino is gathering in the square… everyone to the square!

Ticino is gathering in the square… everyone to the square!

Ascona, Lugano, Bellinzona, Vacallo and various other municipalities have expanded into the squares, allowing restaurant owners to use more space and ensure that social distancing is maintained.

Vivi il tuo Ticino

Vivi il tuo Ticino

The State Council, Banca Stato and ATT are working together to develop an offer to support Ticino’s tourism sector, which will be targeted at residents: “Stay in Ticino” and “Taste Ticino”.

Amore Ticino

Amore Ticino

Support your favourite hotel. Buy the voucher now, download it, relax and use it later.

Supportive
Tasty
Outdoor
Entertaining

Scopri il Mendrisiotto

Scopri il Mendrisiotto

For every stay of at least 3 nights in Mendrisiotto you will receive a voucher worth CHF 50.- per person, valid in restaurants, museums, cable cars, guided tours, winegrowers, lidos and swimming pools and other attractions of the region. The offer is valid in August, September and October 2020.

Swissminatur Postcards

Swissminatur Postcards

Swissminiatur has sent 95,000 postcards to all districts.
By doing so, it is no longer tourists who send a postcard to loved ones, but we Swissminiatur send a souvenir with a discount and the chance to win prizes.

Breakfast in Town

Breakfast in Town

To relaunch the city's restaurant and commerce sector, the Società Commercianti e Artigiani del Locarnese proposes to involve restaurateurs and offer a personalized breakfast to their customers, who must then keep the receipt and show it in the city's shops, where shopkeepers can offer discounts or personalized vouchers. Validity: until 31.08.20

Night of Light

Night of Light

Action across Switzerland with the aim of drawing attention to the dramatic situation in the events and culture sector. On the evening of June 22nd, LAC, Villa Ciani, Piazza Collegiata, some theaters and many others, simultaneously created a huge monument of light, illuminating their own venues and some event venues with red light.

Watercolor postcards 2020

Watercolor postcards 2020

The project, born from the initiative #supportyourlocalbusiness, was created during difficult times to support small Ticino entrepreneurs. Using watercolors illustrations I created a series of “Ticino watercolor postcards” representing our beautiful sceneries to support local tourism.

uniticelafaremo

uniticelafaremo

The life of companies in Ticino has changed radically during the lockdown caused by COVID19. Many shops remained closed and had to reinvent themselves. This portal was created to unite local traders with Ticino's population.

#ripartiamo

#ripartiamo

The Centro Competenze Agroalimentari Ticino (CCAT), the Unione Contadini Ticinesi and their respective partners have signed up to the #ripartiamo initiative launched by Federcommercio to stimulate local consumption.

Tessin Special Summer

Tessin Special Summer

Our events agency has converted this year with the slogan - "holidays now - events later" to encourage Swiss customers to come on holiday this year and return for events in 2021... in favour of the local economy and tourism in Ticino.

#GrazieTicino

#GrazieTicino

An installation offered by Bioggio-based EMME SA to thank the government and the people of Ticino for their commitment to getting things started again.

150'000 m2 for safe family holiday

150'000 m2 for safe family holiday

Many languages, one place, a unique goal: to make your stay special and unforgettable! 150’000 m2 for safe holiday: we are waiting for you for the 65th season of Campofelice Camping Village.

Lugano at your doorstep

Lugano at your doorstep

With a stay of one week, the Splendide will pick you up directly at home offering a private transfer to the Hotel. Wherever you are in Switzerland, Lugano has never been so close. Book now and take advantage of the flexibility of the offer.

933 square metres per guest

933 square metres per guest

Social distancing? The luxurious “Castello del Sole” in Ascona offers lots of space over 14 hectares.

Ticino... che BUONO

Ticino... che BUONO

Meal vouchers to spend in Ticino’s restaurants. Vouchers costing 20, 50 0r 100 CHF will be on sale at GastroTicino and then at other venues too.

Sushi Ticino

Sushi Ticino

Sushi prepared by the Japanese chef Takuro Amano from Movie Locarno is now also available in Bellinzona, Mendrisio, Lugano, Biasca, Moesa, Morcote and is soon coming to Chiasso too.

Mazzola Foods Suisse

Mazzola Foods Suisse

Newly born company in April 2020, importer of canned fish products like tuna, sardines, mackrel, cod and many other products, started a successful home delivery operation during lockdown.

Picnic Monte Generoso

Picnic Monte Generoso

Picnic bookings with local partners, giving people the chance to eat in the great outdoors. Who decides to reach the peak on foot, can walk up without weighing themselves down.

Pesciüm Package

Pesciüm Package

The Pesciüm Package includes the ascent (round trip) to Pesciüm and dish of the day at the renovated restaurant "La Stüa" for only Fr. 28. In Pesciüm you can also enjoy the mountain air on the new summer terrace.

Interactive map of Ticino’s huts and refuges:

Interactive map of Ticino’s huts and refuges:

GREEN icon: huts and refuges that are currently open. RED icon: currently closed. A great service for all hiking enthusiasts! Author: “Escursioni e capanne del Canton Ticino” Facebook group admin.

Embrace nature

Embrace nature

I organize individual and group tours. The aim is to rediscover the power of the energetic places to regenerate Mind, Body and Soul. The guided experience makes it easier to recognize and integrate the energies of Heaven and Earth that are strongest in these places.

Blenio Box

Blenio Box

The Campra Alpine Lodge & Spa will be launching the “Blenio Box” in June: a 100% local lunchbox for nature and sports enthusiasts, to be eaten during hikes, savouring the valley’s products in the open air. Advance booking essential.

Bio Bike Bar Bisbino

Bio Bike Bar Bisbino

We have our bike! For this summer with no major events we have thought of an easy-to ride bike, with which, if necessary, you can enjoy our products directly in nature. Give us a nod if you see it around, meanwhile we continue to pedal.

Mi Cava es tu Casa

Mi Cava es tu Casa

A project that has given artists the opportunity to express themselves, promote themselves and offer top-quality end products during the pandemic. The project consists of a variety of shows, concerts and performances developed and filmed at the Arzo quarries.

Alberto Bike Store

Alberto Bike Store

A bicycle in front of a panoramic shot of Ticino has been installed outside our shop. Anyone who wants to can take their photo against this backdrop.

Radio Morcote International

Radio Morcote International

Radio Morcote International is the radio station created for getting through lockdown. It’s become a real must for fans of rock music and other genres. For the whole of Ticino and beyond.

Thanks to everyone for taking part!

Benvenuti

Benvenuti

Unspoilt nature, crystal clear waters and breathtaking views. Welcome to Ticino!