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Hunting for the lost botanical treasure of the Brissago Islands

THE PERFECT MOMENT
  • 12 May - 15.00
  • 22°
  • 194 m
  • Surprised

An island, a map, a mystery. Your treasure hunt begins on the Brissago Islands! Among lost flowers and the magic of Lake Maggiore... who will find the botanical treasure?

"Mum, look! Something’s sparkling behind those flowers! Do you think it’s one of the baroness’s lost blooms?" "It might be! Come on, let’s grab the map and see where it leads us — maybe we’re really close!"

Wonder shines in their eyes. And you, parents, smile: this is more than just a walk — it's a true hunt for the lost flowers! With a map in hand and curiosity as your compass, you and your children explore the trails of the Isola Grande, right in the heart of the Brissago Islands’ Botanical Garden.

As soon as you board the boat in Ascona and land on the island, you feel it: today promises an unforgettable adventure filled with nature, play, and imagination. Across just two and a half hectares, entire plant worlds from across the globe unfold: Azaleas, Camellias and Rhododendrons take you to Asia, while Japanese Bananas and Giant Bamboo whisk you off to the Orient. Chasing clues between African Lion’s Tails, American Yuccas and fragrant Eucalyptus trees, your little explorers lead the way through exotic flowers and botanical discoveries.

All on board!

All on board!

A journey through time and history

A journey through time and history

Discovering the botanical garden

Discovering the botanical garden

Discovering some of the wonders of the Brissago Islands

Discovering some of the wonders of the Brissago Islands

Admiring over 2,000 plant species from all over the world

Admiring over 2,000 plant species from all over the world

Lost in the Bamboo canes

Lost in the Bamboo canes

The strange roots of the bald cypress in the water

The strange roots of the bald cypress in the water

And as you search for the baroness Antoinette’s special flowers, you find yourselves travelling through time too: back to when this island was a medieval monastery, later transformed by the baroness into a lush green paradise. The 1930s villa, the sunlit terrace, the pool overlooking the lake — every corner has a story to tell.

But now, enough daydreaming — the map leads you to the final flowers. Follow the clues through nature and exotic scents, and let yourselves be amazed by the magic of this treasure hunt. What a wonder, this adventure among the lost flowers!

Fabrizia Girò, - fascinated by the Bolle di Magadino
Fabrizia Girò,fascinated by the Bolle di Magadino
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Lost flowers, let's go!

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Where is the first flower hidden?

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An exotic flower in the leaves!

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Is the treasure close?

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USEFUL INFO

The treasure hunt is designed for children aged 5 to 10. The trail, accessible during the garden's opening season, takes about one hour to complete. The activity requires a fee, and the map can be purchased at the island’s shop.

We recommend wearing comfortable clothing. Please note that the trail is not suitable for strollers.


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