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Region: Lake Lugano
San Salvatore to Morcote Trail
  • Moderate
  • 3 h
  • 9.3 k
  • 244m
  • 856m
Starting at the San Salvatore viewpoint over Lake Lugano, hike to Morcote, one of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland.
Monte Tamaro to Monte Lema Ridgeline Trail
  • Challenging
  • 5 h
  • 13.1 k
  • 985m
  • 950m
Scenic hike along the ridgeline between two mountain peaks near Lugano with panoramic views across southern Switzerland.
7 Best hikes near Lugano
Where to hike near Lugano in southern Switzerland, most with panorama views of Lake Lugano, the defining feature of this area.
Monte Br̬ РTips for visiting this Lugano mountain
  • Easy
  • .5 h
  • 1.5 k
  • 50m
  • 50m
Ride a funicular up to this small mountain in Lugano, an easy way to enjoy panorama views over the lake.
Monte Tamaro • Hike to mountain peak
  • Challenging
  • 4 h
  • 8.7 k
  • 580m
  • 590m
A tough but rewarding hike to the Monte Tamaro peak with panorama views of the Ticino region. If you prefer not to hike, there are plenty of other amusements here: playground, alpine coaster, climbing park, zip line, etc.
Monte San Salvatore – panorama views over Lugano
Ride a vintage funicular up this mountain for panorama views over the city of Lugano, the lake and mountain peaks in all directions. Several beautiful trail start here for those who want to hike.
Monte Generoso • Hiking the Panorama Trail
  • Moderate
  • 3 h
  • 8 k
  • 380m
  • 390m
Ride cogwheel train to viewpoint at 1704m over Lugano region to enjoy fantastic views from the restaurant, a playground or the lovely panorama hike.
Monte Brè hike to Gandria and Boat Ride on Lake Lugano
  • Moderate
  • 1.8 h
  • 4.5 k
  • 0m
  • 610m
Ride a funicular to the top of Monte Brè overlooking Lake Lugano. Then hike down to the lakeside village Gandria and a boat ride back to Lugano.

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