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Technical information
| Begin of tour: | Railway station, Bellinzona |
| Point of arrival: | Castello di Sasso Corbaro, Bellinzona |
| Access starting point: | Train to Bellinzona |
| Access point of arrival: | Elevator from Piazza del Sole up to Castelgrande |
| Physical fitness: | medium |
| Difficulty: | easy |
| Hiking time: | 1h |
| Length: | 2.5 km |
| Season: | March - November |
| Various: | the castles and fortifications the museums (of history, art and archaeology) in the three castles old town of Bellinzona |
Description
Bellinzona – old town – Castelgrande – Castello di Montobello – Castello di Sasso Corbaro – Bellinzona
There are three castles - Castelgrande, Castello di Montebello and Castello di Sasso Corbaro, built by Lombardic rulers in the 13th century, appropriated by Swiss confederates in the 15th century and renovated with great expertise in the 20th century. The castles in particular make it worth your while to take a tour of the city - strolling through busy streets, vineyards and chestnut groves.
For families: Fortifications, historical museums
Various: Museums in Castello di Montebello and Sasso Corbaro are closed from December to February
Tour Overview
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The careful planning of a tour will ensure that you also derive the maximum pleasure and enjoyment from it. Please take the time to contact the local information centre and enquire about route and weather conditions before setting off. Your intended trail may be fully or partially closed, depending on the time of year and weather conditions.
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