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The Sassalto a mountainous peninsula dominates the village and it is a natural environment protected by the Swiss Confederation on account of its interesting geological, faunal and botanical characteristic. The area around Caslano is disseminated with panoramic paths between lake and mountains and the village is full of charming churches and ancient buildings. Museum goers may visit the Fishing Museum, one of three in Switzerland, a camera exhibition of the Vincenzo Viccari Foundation and the Chocolate Museum, that gourmands of all ages will absolutely love. Sports lovers will also be pleased: in fact in Caslano and its surrounding area all kinds of sports may be practice from tennis to golf, from horse-riding to swimming, from sailing to windsurf.
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The Museum & Chocolate Experience Alprose presents the world of chocolate from its origin to date. Not to be missed is a visit to the "Nostalgia" shop for a chocolate tasting.
This fascinating exhibition gives us an idea of fishing from prehistoric times to today, touching upon several subjects like boat construction, the fish trade, the production of fishing nets, fish species found in our rivers and lakes, ancient fishing techniques, all this, in a relaxing environment close to the lake shore.
A professional painter he restored paintings for a living, painted frescoes in churches and never abandoned music.
Taste the jungle-feeling ! Over 200 animals from allover the World to watch and experience from very close ! A relaxing place under palm trees with picnic places, barbecues and playgrounds.
Small picturesque corner made up of beach, garden, beach volleyball court, raft on the lake, well stocked bar and evenings with live music.
This route covers 54 km around the hills of Malcantone, taking in villages where time seems to stand still and magnificent views over Lake Lugano.
Minigolf: the most relaxing sport you can do. The minigolf circuit of Caslano is near the lake Ceresio. 18 holes circuit, trampoline, electric cars and bar.
An educational path with didactic information about the flora and fauna of Monte Caslano. Along the trail one can stop to admire the view of the Gulfs of Caslano and Agno, the Strait of Lavena Ponte Tresa and Italian territories.