Excursions - Mendrisio (Ticino)

From Hotel Vetta on Monte Generoso you can enjoy the panoramic view ranging from the Matterhorn via the Jungfrau and Lago di Lugano up to Milan and the Appenine Mountains.

On Monte Generoso, there are karst caves which used to house huge local bears, of the genus Ursus spelaeus which lived here 18-20,000 years ago. Since the original findings, more than 10,000 objects have been discovered here. The dig can be visited and questions are encouraged.

Because of its remoteness, Valle di Muggio has retained many of its ancient customs and testimonies to the past.

Health, wellness, relaxation, entertainment. Waterpark CALIFORNIA in Balerna is the ideal place to spend a carefree afternoon.

The fossil fauna is composed, above all, of fish, invertebrates and reptiles - for the most part marine animals whose length, in some cases, extends to six meters.

The name "Red Church" is attributed to the facade in the front, which differs from the rest of the edifice.

At the Baumgartner Gallery you will find an incredible permanent exhibition of model trains and model train systems of all gauges, powered by solar energy. The old tinplate toy trains delight the young and young at heart.

By rack railroad from Capolago to the hiking, climbing, and biking area of the Monte Generoso nature paradise.

The themes on the various panels along the trail highlight how wine and its making has played an evermore important role in the economy. The production of wine has remained a professional activity to this day and makes the Mendrisiotto particularly worthy of a visit. Mendrisio - Salorino - Obino - Castel San Pietro - Villa - Vigino - Corteglia - Mendrisio; 4 hours.