GARE CFF DE LUGANO
Read moreIt is the largest railway station in Ticino. As a railway hub, it is the hub of many regular trains. The best-known regular lines are between Bellinzona and Lugano (in 30 minutes), and 1.5 hours from Locarno (with a change in Bellinzona). The Gotthard line provides frequent trips between Lugano and Lucerne (2 hours), Zurich (2 hours 15 minutes) and Basel (3 hours 20 minutes). From the station, you can take a funicular from Lugano to the city below in a few minutes. From Lugano you can also reach Italy.
GARE DE LOCARNO
Read moreLocarno station is a 5-minute walk from the town center. There are regular trains between Bellinzona and Locarno (30 minutes) and between Lugano and Locarno (30 minutes). From another region, you'll need to pass through Domodossola, Italy, before returning to Ticino. As there can be many changes on some sections of the route by postbus, don't forget to ask the station ticket office for the itinerary before departure. You can also take the Gotthard Panorama Express from this station.
GARE CFF DE BELLINZONA
Read moreIt's a bit like the "porta del Ticino", as it's the first station when you arrive in Ticino. If you take the Gotthard Panorama Express, this station is on the line. It is a fairly important station for freight and passenger transport. The station is a 10 minute walk from the historic centre. Regular trains between Bellinzona and Locarno (20 minutes). From another region, there may be many changes, so don't forget to ask for the itinerary of your journey at the station ticket office before you leave. A different way of discovering the area!
FUNICOLARE MONTE BRÈ
Read moreFrom Lugano station, take a city bus to Cassarate. From there, a breathtaking climb of about 20 minutes to Monte Bré with its refreshing air awaits you, a journey of 1,599 metres and a difference in altitude of 629 metres. Since 1908, the funicular has been transporting the people of Lugano and visitors to the small village of Monte Brè. A beautiful walk that is also rewarded with an incredible panorama. On the heights, take a walk and admire the view over the valley. An experience to live!
TRAIN À CRÉMAILLÈRE
Read moreA generous ascent on a cogwheel train from Capolago on the lake shore to the summit of Monte Generoso at 1,704 m in 40 minutes. A 9-kilometre-long journey along the mountainside that began 125 years ago. From the summit, you will have a front row seat to admire the magnificent panorama of the lake, the city of Lugano, the Po Valley and the mountains, from the Apennines to the St. Gotthard massif and the Bernina chain. Approaching Monte Generoso by train is a guarantee of a sensational view.