Gandria
The wonders of Ceresio
Lugano – Gandria
A unique experience, which will allow you to admire landscapes of rare beauty, surrounded by the naturalistic wonders of the Gulf of Lugano.
From Lugano, take the boat to the romantic village of Gandria, a haven of tranquillity boasting narrow alleyways and marvellous glimpses over Lake Lugano. After lunch at one of the lakeside restaurants, return to Castagnola along the “Olive Grove Trail” which skirts the lakeshore. During the summer months you can stop off at Lido San Domenico to take a dip in the lake or to relax.
The ideal program:
Observations
Excursion for everyone
Morning:
- Boat trip Lugano – Gandria
- Visit to the village of Gandria
- Lunch in a grotto of choice in Gandria
Afternoon:
PROPOSAL 1:
- Return on foot along the Olive Path
- Refreshing swim at the San Domenico Lido (Summer)
- Visit to Parco Ciani and back to Lugano
PROPOSAL 2:
- Boat trip Gandria – Lugano
- Shopping in Via Nassa
- Aperitif in the town centre
Not to be missed:
- Villa Heleneum Park
- Lunch in a typical grotto
- Swiss Customs Museum and Cantine di Gandria
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Contact
Lugano Region tourist office
Piazza della Riforma
6978 Gandria
+41 58 220 65 00
info@luganoregion.com
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Notes
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Opening
Open all days
Related activities
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Castagnola
Parco e sentiero dell'Olivo
Walk along the enchanting Olive-tree trail and you'll reach this typically Mediterranean park; it creates an appealing contrast with the splendid views of the lake and the mountains all around.
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Castagnola
Lido San Domenico
The Lido San Domenico offers to visitors an intimate place of outstanding natural beauty with breathtaking view on the lake and on the shore of Caprino.
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Lugano
Parco Ciani
A short walk from the lively center of Lugano lies the Parco Ciani, a destination for many tourists who come there to admire what is considered one of the most beautiful Swiss parks.
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Castagnola
Parco di Villa Heleneum
This small floral jewel, situated in Castagnola on the shores of Lake Lugano, reserves many surprises with its rich Mediterranean vegetation.
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The Olive Grove Trail
This path passes through an area where the remains of ancient olive trees may still be seen and in which the olive tree has just recently been re-introduced.
