Summer is coming to Ticino: nature and slowness to be rediscovered

Post on: 27.05.2025

With the end of May, Ticino officially enters its most important season. fascinating. The climate becomes mild but not yet muggy, the green landscapes light up with colors and the lakes return to the protagonists of life at the open air. & the moment in which the Canton expresses its most important soul; authentic: that of a earth welcoming, solar and relaxed, perfect for unplugging and finding the rhythm of nature.

Walks and landscapes: Spring that breathes

In this period, every excursion becomes a rejuvenating experience. Paths such as those that cross the Val Verzasca, the Monte Brè or the Breggia Gorge Park offer spectacular views of woods, streams and stone villages. The mostù contemplatives can opt for walks by the lake, such as the Sentiero dell' Olivo or the lakeside promenade of Ascona, also ideal for families and the elderly.

Nature makes itself felt everywhere: the rustle of the wind among the chestnut trees, l' water flowing in mountain streams, the scent of broom and wild flowers along the paths. & the perfect season to rediscover the pleasure of walking without haste.

Seasonal flavors between markets and farmhouses

The beautiful season è also a triumph of taste. Farmers' markets, such as those in Bellinzona and Lugano, offer cheeses from mountain pastures, local cured meats, rye bread, honey and fresh vegetables of the day. The farmhouses in the Mendrisiotto, Leventina or Malcantone are open and offer menus; seasonal with zero-kilometer products, served on panoramic terraces or courtyards surrounded by greenery.

Many wineries, especially in the Sopraceneri, organize tastings and open days, a perfect opportunity to discover local wines in a informal atmosphere.

Relaxation and well-being between lake and mountain

For those seeking rest and regeneration, Ticino offers numerous possibilities. The thermal baths of Rivera, the wellness centers of Lugano and the small charming hotels in the valley offer natural treatments, saunas, steam baths and sensory paths. Some facilities also offer activities of yoga at the open, meditation in the woods and sound baths under the stars.

The beauty of the area, combined with silence and slowness, creates an ideal environment to recharge body and mind.

Events and culture at the open

With the good weather, cultural life also restarts. Between concerts, open-air screenings, theatrical reviews in cloisters and exhibitions in historic centers, each village offers opportunities to nourish the spirit as well. The LAC di Lugano offers shows and installations, while Ascona and Locarno host small musical and artistic festivals in evocative contexts.

The Festival of Nature, which takes place throughout Switzerland but with particularly engaging events in Ticino, offers thematic walks, workshops for children and meetings with experts, to discover biodiversity and biodiversity. in a simple and fun way.

A season to rediscover sé themselves

Ticino, in this period, invites us to live in a more ù slow and aware. Whether it's having breakfast on the balcony of a mountain hut, walking along a stream, or sipping a glass of merlot at sunset, the Ticino spring offers spaces of peace and beauty.

No need for long journeys or complicated plans. Sometimes, the real holiday is knowing how to listen to the silence of a path, the song of a bird in the woods or the slow beat of the water on the lake.