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The Italianate south

Populated by great mountains and vast blue lakes, the enduring beauty of Ticino is one of old-world charm, but it certainly isn’t lacking in modern glitz and glamour. It enjoys the most hours of sunshine in Switzerland and a warm Mediterranean climate making this southernmost canton a jewel in the summer crown of the country.

Sharing more of its border with Italy than Switzerland, Italian is the only official language here, and great swathes of culture, culinary tradition and history are shared with neighbouring Lombardy and Piedmont.

As well as forest covered mountains, water defines the region, the canton taking its name from the Ticino River that flows southwest into the Po, and centred around the two great transfrontier lakes – Lugano and Maggiore – with their deep blue waters fringed by glamorous towns and snow-capped peaks.

The city of Lugano itself has picturesque boulevards lined with palm trees and stunning views of the Alps, and, as with sophisticated Locarno by Maggiore, is a great base from which to explore the region. There are some 4000km of hiking trails snaking out across the mountains, wild swimming in the beautiful Valle Verzasca, boating, mountain biking and rustic villages to discover. The Italian cities of Como and Varese are easily reachable too.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Ticino specialists

Take a dip

Swim in the Valle Verzasca

Cross the border for a day in Italy

Take a day trip to Italy

Hike through mountain scenery

Embark on a hike through beautiful mountain scenery

Luxury accommodation in Ticino

There are many incredible places to stay in Switzerland. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

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When to visit

Ticino’s sunny climate is best enjoyed during the late spring and summer months. Locarno’s annual film festival is held in August. Switzerland is a year-round destination. In winter it is popular for skiers, and there are plenty of winter hikes and snowshoeing activities on offer. In spring and summer the meadows fill with wild flowers and the lakes look exceptionally beautiful.

Sightseeing

Year round

Winter break

December - April

Hiking

April - September

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We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.

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