The town with the warmest climate

Locarno is a southern Swiss town in the district Locarno. The town Locarno is exactly located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore. The city of film is a fascinating place for its history, culture and architecture. The town is well-known for its warmest climate in Switzerland and 2,300 hours of sunshine per year.

Locarno is home to southern plants like palm trees or lemon trees which create a special charm for the city. Piazza Grande is the heart of the city, famous for its annual film festival. The Old Town’s small lanes all lead into the Piazza. Splendid upper town palazzi house fine art collections and offers comfortable strolling along the lake promenade.

The Madonna Del Sasso pilgrimage church is located above Locarno, in Orselina. The church is said to have been built as a consequence of the Virgin Mary appearance. It is Locarno’s most notable sight, and boasts an impressive view of the city, the lake and the mountains.

The must-visit destinations in Locarno

• Lido Locarno – where a public outdoor pool and a beautiful location on the lakeshore offers an extraordinary oasis for leisure, sport and relaxation & wellness.
• The Piazza Grande – one of the largest and most prominent squares in Switzerland, with its traditional arcades.
• Lake Promanade Locarno – A beautiful panoramic itinerary along Lago Maggiore shores.
• Contra Dam – also called as Locarno Dam. Well-known for Bungee Jumping