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How to visit the famous medieval castles in Bellinzona, a UNESCO world heritage site.

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Bellinzona • 2 day itinerary for families

Bellinzona is a little gem in southern Switzerland with three UNESCO World Heritage castles and plenty of other charm. Here are 5 things to do in Bellinzona for a perfect weekend getaway.

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Bellinzona Hike to Three Castles

Moderate
2.5 h
8.4 k
420m
420m

If you want a little more action during your stay in Bellinzona, add this hike in the hills and visit the castles on your way back down the mountain. Moderate 8.5km loop, no strollers.

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SlowUp Bike Events in Switzerland

All around Switzerland, you’ll find SlowUp events, where roads are closed to car traffic and bikes take over. It’s not a race, but more of a street party, with lots of fun activities along the route. Here’s some tips from our recent experience at SlowUp Ticino.

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