JazzAscona

Discover the Ascona-Locarno region: campsites, hotels with spas, international events, 1400 km of hiking trails and Lake Maggiore. Everything you need for your next holiday in Ticino.

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JazzAscona

JazzAscona is one of Switzerland's biggest jazz festivals, and it's proud to be the only such event outside the USA to be officially supported by the city of New Orleans. But how did it come into being, and what makes it so special?

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The most beautiful alpine lakes in the region

There are many small hidden alpine lakes near Lake Maggiore, all just waiting to be discovered. Amazing expanses of crystal clear glacial melt waters that sparkle like precious stones under the sun, with colours ranging from emerald green to turquoise, azure or dark blue. Discover the most beautiful alpine lakes in the region.

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24 hours in Locarno

A rich artistic heritage, an atmosphere of history and a summer jampacked with incomparable events. Locarno’s charm has something to offer everyone, from art and history enthusiasts to families in search of relaxation and young people keen to have fun. Peaceful and sunny, it is the ideal destination for a day trip.

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Ascona-Locarno Experience

Discover the Lake Maggiore region in Ticino on a train journey with cheap train tickets on the most attractive connection between north and south. Relaxing holidays, family adventures, romantic weekends or business trips - whatever you have in mind, you've come to the right place. Choose your adventure from the experiences in our shop and book your round trip on the Treno Gottardo now from CHF 20 (in 2nd class with Half Fare Travelcard).

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Things to do on Lake Maggiore this weekend

Do you want to know what's on at Lake Maggiore this weekend? Here you will find information about the current events to plan your short trip to Ascona-Locarno even better.

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Campioni di Casa - Our region's top athletes

Ascona-Locarno is the ideal destination for athletes, thanks to the CST (National Youth Sports Center in Tenero), the year-round mild climate and breath-taking views. Meet our ambassadors: Ajla Del Ponte, Ricky Petrucciani and Noè Ponti, who all grew up here.

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