Agriesperienze

A selection of experiences with a local flavour. The perfect way to discover everyday rural life in Ticino.

Do you want to discover Ticino’s rural world?

The Agriesperienze have been developed to promote Ticino’s cultural heritage and support the development of sustainable activities in the area. Authentic experiences, carefully created to welcome guests who want to discover and visit farms, wineries and dairies in the company of a knowledgeable guide, learning about cultivation, winemaking and cheesemaking techniques and then tasting the mouthwatering products. The most intrepid visitors can even get involved in various agricultural activities, getting their hands dirty!

Book your Agriexperience

Ticino’s agrifood producers are opening their doors to offer experiences with a local flavour linked to the land. Immerse yourself in Ticino’s beautiful rural landscapes, with their vineyards, chestnut woods and green meadows. Discover places of particular interest off the beaten track.

From flour to bread, from milk to cheese

A day of bread and cheese! Come and discover the Scoglio farm and create your own bread to enjoy fresh at home together with delicious fresh cheese.

The indigo routes

The journey of discovery of edible flowers begins! Come and discover the organic farm of Caritas Ticino (CatiBio) located within the Piano di Magadino Park and venture into the creation of your own floral mixture.

Immerse yourself in Switzerland’s most beautiful landscape

Set off on an exciting tour of discovery of the stunning Muggio Valley, which includes a visit to the Cavallini winery to taste its fine wines. After this, you will have the opportunity to visit the evocative Bruzella Mill.

An exquisite ride

Are you ready to ride through the beautiful Maggia delta area and find out about what is grown here? This e-bike tour will introduce you to various places: Locarno, Ascona and the River Maggia with a visit to Terreni alla Maggia farm where you can taste its products.

A family, a story, a great wine

Take part in an exciting adventure, discovering the organic farm run by the Bianchi family and the wonderful Mara Valley. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the characteristic village of Rovio, where other wonders lie in store.

Locarno: city, agriculture and energy points

A unique day spent walking around and exploring Locarno, Intragna and Cavigliano, visiting the Agarta farm where you can discover the orchard, the vineyard and the animals, hear interesting stories from farmhands and visit the farm’s energy point. At the end of the day, you will be able to taste a dish of local polenta with cold meats and cheese.

The Verzasca Valley and its wonderful waters

Take part in a wonderful tour of discovery of the famous Verzasca Valley, admiring its magnificent river with its turquoise waters. Afterwards you will also visit the Colombera farm on the Magadino Plain, run by Tessa Tognetti, where you will have the chance to taste their mouthwatering products as part of a rich aperitivo.

Agriculture in Ticino

Despite being small, Ticino is home to a vast range of enthusiastic farmers, including livestock farmers, market gardeners, winegrowers and artisans of flavour. This has led to the creation of some real gastronomic delicacies, including wines, cheeses, cold meats and desserts. Here are some ideas for learning more about the area and its products.

EXPERIENCE
23°
Energic

A passion to be cultivated

DISCOVER

Typical products of Ticino

Recipes from Ticino

STORIES

From the haymaking marathon to the exquisite cheese

We make hay regularly from May to September. It’s a real marathon.

Doris Martinali, - cheesemaker — Doris Martinali, cheesemaker

Read the story

Let yourself be inspired

Ideas for a unique experience in Ticino.

Special offer -20%

Special offer -20%

20% discount on the daily rate at various hotels in the area and on the journey in Switzerland by public transport to and from the hotel.

Ticino Ticket

Ticino Ticket

Free public transport and discounts on cable cars and navigation companies as well as on main tourist attractions.

Agriesperienze

Agriesperienze

Authentic experiences developed with care to welcome guests wanting to learn more about the various aspects of farming in Ticino.