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.

Locarno Film Festival

The Locarno Film Festival is the most important film festival in Switzerland. It was founded in 1946 after the Second World War and is one of the most renowned and oldest festivals in Europe, along with the Venice and Cannes Film Festivals.

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Play with Pardy: Pardy and the mistery of the hidden chestnuts

Go on an adventure with Pardy in the Ascona-Locarno region to solve puzzles and find lwhat has been lost! A treasure hunt for the whole family.

Summer at Lake Maggiore

Palm trees, sunshine and a touch of the South: in Ascona-Locarno, summer feels like a getaway to southern shores – yet it’s so close. With over 2,300 hours of sunshine each year, the shimmering Lake Maggiore and lush green valleys that promise peace and relaxation, the region brings together everything needed for carefree summer days.

Discover Ascona-Locarno with Beatrice Egli

Discover Ascona-Locarno with Beatrice Egli. Be inspired by her favourite places, excursion ideas and hidden gems on Lake Maggiore.

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.