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The Grand Tour of Switzerland is a suggested route that makes use of the existing Swiss road network. Visitors follow the route at their own risk. Switzerland Tourism and the Grand Tour of Switzerland association accept no liability for construction works, diversions, signage relating to special events or safety provisions along the route. www.swisstravelcenter.ch 44 highlights of a journey. If you want to discover the best of Switzerland in one single route, look no further than the Grand Tour of Switzerland, which stretches for 1,600 km and whisks you through the country’s most beautiful Regions. You’ll encounter four linguistic Regions as you take in five Alpine passes, 11 UNESCO World Heritage Properties, two biosphere reserves and 22 lakes. Enjoy an unfor- gettable journey packed with adventure from start to finish!

1 Laténium: archaeological museum and park Located on the shores of Lake Neuchâtel, the Laténium presents reconstructions of submerged pile-dwellings, and is Switzerland’s most important archaeological museum. Webcode: 37966 6

2 Town of Murten 4 Gruyères town and 8 Old Town of Bern The medieval town on the German- show dairy Few cities have preserved their French linguistic border is known for Near the medieval heart of town, the history as well as Bern. With 6 km its picturesque Old Town alleyways show dairy reveals the secrets in the of arcades, the city boasts one of and relaxed arcade strolls. making of Le Gruyère AOP cheese. Europe’s longest weather-proof shopping promenades. Webcode: 28455 Webcode: 36226 Webcode: 36509

3 City of Fribourg 5 Gstaad / Saanenland chalet More than 200 original gothic village 9 Emmental visitor cheese dairy facades from the 15th century lend Gstaad may be world-famous, but Tradition meets cutting edge in Fribourg’s Old Town its unique the holiday village still exudes a this show dairy village, where you charm. peaceful, relaxed atmosphere, with can learn all about the world-famous Webcode: 28449 its authentic Alpine farms, traditional Emmentaler AOP cheese. chalets and luxurious boutiques. Webcode: 37291 Webcode: 28380

6 Jungfraujoch At the highest railway station in Europe, the big three of Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau seem close enough to touch and a breathtaking view of the Aletsch Glacier awaits. Webcode: 42577 4

7 Lake Brienz cruises Natural wonders drift into view on a relaxed boat ride across the turquoise-green Lake Brienz, framed by imposing mountains. Webcode: 39783

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4 Grand Tour of Switzerland. 10 Entlebuch Biosphere With its seemingly never-ending moors and rugged karst landscapes, the UNESCO biosphere reserve brims with outstanding natural beauty.

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11 Hallwyl moated castle 16 Grossmünster church 19 Abbey of St.Gallen Perched on an Island in the River Zurich Crowned by its baroque cathedral, Aabach and looking back on almost Zurich spreads out before you from the St.Gallen Abbey District harbours 1,000 years of history, this is one the tower of the Grossmünster. one of the most beautiful libraries in of Switzerland’s most beautiful The spectacular view reaches across the world. moated castles. the city rooftops to the snow-capped Webcode: 36510 Webcode: 64764 peaks of the . Webcode: 38276 12 Chapel Bridge Lucerne Dating to 1332 and defi ned by 17 Rhine Falls its central Water Tower, the world’s Europe’s largest plain waterfall is oldest covered wooden bridge a thunderous, totally captivating links the two sides of the city and spectacle, with a width of 150 m and is Lucerne’s most visible landmark. a height of 23 m. Webcode: 43991 Webcode: 36187

13 Pilatus 18 Town of Stein am Rhein The world’s steepest cogwheel This charming little town is famous railway trundles up to this moun- for its well-preserved Old Town, with tain above Lucerne, which com- beautifully frescoed facades and 17 mands a phenomenal panorama of half-timbered houses. 73 Alpine peaks on clear days. Webcode: 36240 Webcode: 28286 20 Painted facades Appenzell Strolling through Appenzell is like stepping into the pages of a picture 14 Tell Chapel Sisikon book. Brightly painted gabled houses According to legend, this is where catch the eye, their frescoed facades Swiss freedom-fi ghting hero revealing stories, coats of arms and William Tell jumped off the boat other motifs. to escape the brutish Austrian Webcode: 28403 governor Gessler. The Tell Chapel in Sisikon was built in his honour. 16 Webcode: 41703

15 Einsiedeln monastery With its breathtaking backdrop of jagged mountain peaks and a deep blue lake, the baroque monastery complex of Einsiedeln is one of Switzerland’s most important places of pilgrimage. Webcode: 28365

44 highlights of a journey. 5 21 Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona Visible from afar, the thrust is defi ned by a razor-sharp yellow line that slices across the mountain faces of between and Elm. It’s a geological phenom- enon of global importance. Webcode: 36517

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Bündner Herrschaft is the home 26 Muottas Muragl of the much-loved children’s book character Heidi. The story of The Upper Engadine spreads the little orphan girl is brought to picturesquely at your feet from the life in Heidi’s village. summit of Muottas Muragl. The view of fi ve lakes and imposing mountains Webcode: 45944 is simply breathtaking. 29 Webcode: 41424

27 Albula/ line 30 Monte Brè One of the world’s most spectacu- Rising high above Lugano, Monte lar train rides, the Brè is one of Switzerland’s sunniest Albula/Bernina line, is an epic mountains. The view over Lugano’s 122-km journey through magnifi cent rooftops and the vast blue lake is landscapes. simply extraordinary. 23 Webcode: 36516 Webcode: 36265

28 Three Castles of 31 The skyline of Bellinzona, Monte San Giorgio, which lies on the 23 Mountain village of Guarda of Ticino, is defi ned by the fortifi c- southern shores of Lake Lugano, ations of its three mighty medieval is a magnet to fans of fossils. Admire This quintessential Graubünden castles, which feature among fi nds from long-forgotten times at mountain village was awarded the the best preserved in Switzerland. the Fossil Museum. Wakker Prize by the Swiss Heritage Society and has received the Webcode: 36511 Webcode: 36513 “national importance” distinction. Webcode: 36225 29 lake promenade 32 Tremola, old Gotthard Mediterranean fl air awaits on the Pass road 24 Swiss National Park lakefront promenade, which is On the southern fl ank of the one of the most photographed Beautiful hiking paths and impressive , the cobbled Tremola spots in Switzerland with its brightly nature trails lead through pristine road is a serpentine and spectacular painted facades and view of the wilderness in the Swiss National drive. With its breathtaking bends, Islands. Park, where nature always takes the road is the longest historical centre stage. Webcode: 28462 monument in Switzerland. Webcode: 37658 Webcode: 45836

25 Benedictine convent of St. John Müstair The monastery is one of the few existing architectural examples of Carolingian dynasty and contains treasures such as the world’s largest cycle of early medieval frescoes. Webcode: 36508

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6 Grand Tour of Switzerland. 40 Jet d’eau Geneva’s most visible icon is the Jet d’eau, Europe’s highest fountain at 140 m, which shoots water at 200 km/h into the sky. Webcode: 39446 34 37 Château de Chillon 41 Creux du Van rock Montreux amphitheatre Sitting on a rocky outcrop on With its 160-m-high vertical rock Lake Geneva, the medieval moated wall, the Creux du Van is a striking 33 Aletsch Glacier castle is Switzerland’s most-visited natural rock arena, which affords a With a staggering 27 billion tons historical monument. spectacular view into the void. of ice, the Aletsch Glacier is the Webcode: 36231 Webcode: 57250 mightiest ice fl ow in the Alps and the centrepiece of the Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Property. Webcode: 37068

34 Matterhorn Shaped like a pyramid and no- toriously hard to climb, the mighty Matterhorn is the world’s most photographed mountain. Matterhorn glacier paradise grants the most spectacular view of the Swiss icon. Webcode: 45830 38 UNESCO World Heritage Property

35 Mountain village of Grimentz 38 terraced vineyards 42 La Chaux-de-Fonds / Grimentz is famous for its sun- With 830 hectares of vines, the Town Planning & Watchmaking blackened timber houses and the Lavaux Vineyard Terraces are the fi ery red geraniums that billow from La Chaux-de-Fonds was once the largest continuous winegrowing area their window boxes. world capital of the watchmaking in Switzerland, with terrace after industry. Today, the UNESCO World Webcode: 28443 glorious terrace of breathtaking views. Heritage Property also impresses Webcode: 40165 with its unique chessboard design cityscape. 36 Abbey of Saint-Maurice Webcode: 36518 The basilica of the Abbey of Saint- 39 Olympic Museum Maurice hides one of Europe’s The museum in the Lausanne district richest church treasuries and was of Ouchy is the world’s largest 43 Town of St-Ursanne once the spiritual centre of the information centre revolving around Burgundy Empire. The picture-perfect town on the the theme of the Olympic Games. banks of the Doubs is a place Webcode: 36256 Webcode: 36125 of peaceful respite and beautifully preserved medieval architecture. Webcode: 28505

44 Basel, city of culture When it comes to culture, Basel has the cutting edge. Ever innovative and eclectic, it is home to 40 mu- seums – more than anywhere else in the country. Webcode: 28358

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8 Grand Tour of Switzerland. Ticino. 9 Ticino – the sunny side of Switzerland. “It is wonderfully beautiful, from the Alps to the South everything is there”, words written by the Nobel Prize winner Hermann Hesse about the only Italian-speaking Canton of Switzerland. Palms and glaciers, ancient churches and modern architecture, quiet Valleys and international events make this Region unique and fascinating.

Bellinzona and Upper Ticino. The city of Bellinzona, with its castles placed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List, and the Valleys of northern Ticino, are small treasures of beauty that contain a world of unspoiled nature, art and gastronomy.

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Lake Maggiore and Valleys. Lake Lugano Region. Mendrisiotto Region and A corner of paradise with a mild Characterised by mountains, Basso Ceresio. climate, exotic vegetation and forests and picturesque villages The Mendrisiotto Region is well known marvellous mountains. Each the Lake Lugano Region blends for its “magnifi co borgo”. Thanks to its season enhances the landscape nature, architecture and culture. sunny vineyards, picturesque lanes, of this Region, giving the impression Lugano is a classy middle-sized traditional houses, medieval and of being in a picture postcard. city that overlooks its lake. baroque churches, the Region is one of the jewels of Ticino. www.ascona-.com www.luganoturismo.ch info @ ascona-locarno.com info @ luganoturismo.ch www.mendrisiottoturismo.ch +41 848 091 091 +41 58 866 66 00 info @ mendrisiottoturismo.ch +41 91 641 30 50

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Unforgettable landscapes. Ticino Panoramic Ticino. Ve rzasca Parks and gardens. Wellbeing and relaxation. Pure adrenaline. Locarno Family adventures. Bellinzona One Region on a silver platter. Pick of the pit stops. Ascona

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Ticino. 11 Unforgettable landscapes.

Visit Ticino and you’ll find yourself in landscapes dominated by the sparkling blue of the lakes and the deep greens of the mountain meadows. Experience the multiple sceneries on foot, by car or public transport, all within short distance.

The Muggio Valley Swiss landscape of the year 2014 and home of the Museum of Muggio Valley, it invites visitors to discover realities of ethnographic interest. This Valley is a veritable “museum on the territory”. Webcode: 136574

The Ritom-Piora Region One of the steepest cable railways in the world invites you to discover splendid 1 alpine landscapes rich of hiking and mountain bike trails. Webcode: 133936 The Bavona Valley This wild Valley comprises 12 clustered settlements. It The was already inhabited towards The Brissago Islands enjoy the year thousand. Nowadays a mild climate and host the it is still without electricity: Canton Ticino’s botanical a true time travel. park. The little Island is covered Webcode: 5062 4 with a lush vegetation. On the big Island there are mostly Lake Lugano subtropical plants. Ancient houses, elegant Webcode: 2636 arcades, gorgeous churches with their frescos, picturesque The Greina villages compose a landscape The 6-km-long and 1-km-wide of exceptional beauty that Greina plateau is a unique can be enjoyed at its best from and untouched alpine nature the shores of Lake Lugano. scenery at 2,200m above sea Webcode: Webcode: 45595 level and one of the oldest For more information, north-south transition, which insert the webcode on: was already used in Roman www.ticino.ch / webcode times. Webcode: 105888

12 Grand Tour of Switzerland. Panoramic Ticino.

Backpack, walking boots and desire to explore. Climb to the summits and enjoy views ranging from glaciers to palm trees. A dream landscape that has always inspired artists, thinkers and great travellers.

1 Cardada Cimetta Mount Did you know that above By looking down to Lake Locarno there is a viewpoint Maggiore from Mount where you can see the lowest Gambarogno, the yachts look and the highest point of like swans and the Maggia Switzerland at the same time? River seems a mere trickle. This Webcode: 131122 mountain is the ideal destina- tion for a panoramic excursion. Webcode: 133923 Mount Generoso Mount San Salvatore The first mountain north of A few steps away from the Fortini della fame Plain can be frenetic pace of the city, the The educational “hunger reached via a large range of Mount San Salvatore stands blockhouses” footpath follows excursions. From Bellavista tall in the Lugano skyline. From a section of the Dufour line of you will enjoy a breathtaking the top, you can also walk defence in the Municipality panorama. down along a scenic trail that of . Today, the five Webcode: 43742 leads to Carona or Paradiso. cylindrical towers can be Webcode: 133920 admired along the route. Serpiano Webcode: 2795 Discover by foot the Mount San Giorgio UNESCO World Natural Heritage starting from Serpiano. While hiking enjoy the breathtaking view looking down to the former fishing village of with the alps lying in the background. Webcode: 133938

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Ticino. 13 Parks and gardens.

Beauty and tranquillity describe Ticino’s parks in short. A Mediter- ranean climate produces a lush sub-tropical flora across most of the area. Sweet scents fill the air and nature in bloom will enchant you with its magnificence.

National Park projects Scherrer Park Breggia Gorge Park Extending over 1,000 km2, This park (located above Lake The first Geo Park in Switzer- Parc Adula is eligible to be Lugano) will offer you the land invites you to discover a the biggest national park in unique opportunity of time geological stratification of rare Switzerland. Whereas, the travelling, as past and present, beauty and scientific value Locarnese National Park history and nature co-exist which covers 200 million years extends from the Islands of in perfect harmony. of the earth’s history, between Brissago to the Walser Webcode: 4553 the and present time. village of Bosco Gurin. Webcode: 52602 Webcode: 128064

Gambarogno Naturetum Botanical Park The Centro Pro Natura The splendid shore of Lake Lucomagno has a park with Maggiore in the heart of typical local species of the

“Gambarogno Riviera” hosts Lukmanier area. The goal of 6 a park and a garden nursery the park is to promote know- extending over 17,000 m2 ledge of the alpine nature. with a breathtaking view. Webcode: 94112 Webcode: 85680

San Grato Park By visiting this park you’ll feel the sensation of entering an enchanted world, made of colours and scents of azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons. Webcode: 94113

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14 Grand Tour of Switzerland. Wellbeing and relaxation.

From north to south, Ticino will pamper you. With its mild climate and the Mediterranean atmosphere, Ticino is the ideal oasis to escape the stress of daily life during any season of the year.

Verzasca Valley – cool green water The magical jade green waters of the River flow peacefully over smooth polished rocks and under the fascinating bridge of . Webcode: 96073

DOT.Spa Cademario This SPA combines sensuous healing with panoramic views. Amongst other things, it offers a saline bath, an experience 3 pool, an outdoor pool, ice fountain and several saunas. Webcode: 134200 Termali Salini & Spa Lido Locarno Santa Petronilla This SPA is unique for its waterfalls spectacular lakeside location The waterfalls of Santa and its architecture, which Petronilla (the highest of reflects the Ticino River Valleys Ticino) and the wells of the in a modern, abstract design Froda River are comfortably featuring alcoves, caves and reachable within walking waterfalls. distance from . Webcode: 131171 Webcode: 130542

Lido Riva San Vitale Waterpark Splash e This Lido is located in one 2 Spa Tamaro of the most beautiful settings Not only adrenaline: in the on Lake Lugano. It offers Splash e Spa you can find a beautiful playground, two large thermal pools, one a diving board, a bar and a indoor and one outdoor, with soft lawn ideal for relaxing. a breathtaking view of the Webcode: 1530 Alps and Mount Tamaro. Webcode: 98475

Ticino. 15 Pure adrenaline.

Looking forward to get an adrenaline kick? You’re in the right place! In Ticino you will find sharply rising mountains and crystal clear Rivers, as well as professional services. If you are a fan of bouldering and canyoning, the Valleys are a paradise. Ready to push your limits?

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Bouldering Bouldering can be enjoyed in various locations in Ticino. There are plenty of enormous boulders in and on the Gotthard Pass. Webcode: 97180

Canyoning 1 Sizzling, sparkling adventure in the spectacular mountain Rivers and waterfalls of Ticino. Breathtaking, wild and emotio- Skydiving in Locarno nal as life! In Ticino you can lean on pro- Webcode: 73492 fessional services and enjoy a fascinating landscape while Windsurfing La Batüda learning the technique of Ticino is the ideal destination parachuting. for water sports. Lake Lugano, Webcode: 1961 especially at the foot of Mount 4 San Giorgio, has some very Mountain-biking interesting spots to make the in the Lugano Region first attempts at windsurfing. “Goldeneye” Bungee Ticino offers Mediterranean Webcode: 1975 Jumping routes and alpine “single A 220 m-jump with the elastic trails”. The Lugano Region is from the Verzasca Dam? If characterised by the most James Bond can do it, dense network of mountain anybody can do it, right? bike trails of Switzerland. Webcode: 77102 Webcode: 105918 Webcode: For more information, insert the webcode on: www.ticino.ch / webcode

16 Grand Tour of Switzerland. Family adventures.

Ticino is a heaven for families – not only because of its great outdoor activities, but also because getting around is a breeze. Dive into water parks, be amazed by falconry shows or go back in time at the Fossil Museum. But don’t forget to dream about the knights at Bellinzona’s castles.

Falconeria Locarno Tibetan bridge Monte Tamaro Experience a close encounter The suspension bridge that A rope park, an alpine coaster, with majestic birds of prey crosses the rugged a zip line and a bungee jump at the falconry show in Valley is 270 m long and 130 m are only some of the attrac- Locarno, where you will high. It constitutes an adrena- tions that will make your day be able to observe and line-filled experience for all up at Mount Tamaro. photograph eagles, hawks, family members. Webcode: 131455 owls and vultures. Webcode: 137557 Webcode: 85787 Audan Alpine lakes A small paradise for children and adults where two varieties Fossil Museum of fish are bred. This facility This museum has been supplies its clients with all the renovated by the Ticinese necessary equipment for stararchitect Mario Botta. It fishing. exhibits a selection of fossils Webcode: 1460 from the unique UNESCO World Heritage Site of Monte San Giorgio. Webcode: 2778 2

Swissminiatur Visit the Lake Lugano Region and see Switzerland in one hour! Where else can you find the Federal Palace and Jungfraujoch a short distance from each other? Webcode: 2768

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Ticino. 17 One Region on a silver platter.

If you like to travel in style, let Ticino fulfill your tastes! Enjoy some Michelin-starred restaurants and traditional rustic “grottos”. And of course, indulge with a glass of the great local Merlot wine. Enjoy the genuine taste of Ticino.

Boat trip to the Itinerary through Leventina Cheese Cantine di Gandria the vineyards Festival A walk along the mountain- Take a tour in the land of Merlot At the foot of the Gotthard side, just a few metres from the wine. Village by village, among Pass, every September a rural lake, with a majestic view over mountains, hills and the lake tradition is faithfully continued – the city of Lugano. Along the you’ll discover Mendrisiotto, a unique opportunity to taste way you’ll find several the most southerly Region of the best Alpine cheeses. “grottos”, the famous Cantine Switzerland. Webcode: 97314 di Gandria and the Customs Webcode: 105817 Museum. The Ticino “grottos” Webcode: 105910 Chestnut Festival and The “grottos” are typical inns Autumn Festival where a genuine cuisine can The Autumn Festival takes be savoured. Take a seat at the place in Ascona at the begin- granite tables and let yourself Zincarlìn Ticino cheese ning of October. Over 2,000 kg be taken on a journey of scents Acknowledged by Slow Food, of chestnuts are roasted and flavours. Zincarlìn is a variation of the on the fire and visitors can Webcode: 83119 typical Ticino cream cheese taste various chestnutbased based on acid curd. An unique delicacies. flavour of the territory. Webcode: 114310 Webcode: 95034 4

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18 Grand Tour of Switzerland. Pick of the pit stops.

After an eventful day of touring, you’ll appreciate a welcoming hotel where you can relax in comfort, dine in style and relive the day’s adventures. These hotels are perfect: ideally located at key sites 2 along the Grand Tour, each one has a special treat in store for touring guests.

Ascona, Albergo Monte VeritàÔ Historic hotel of the year 2013, award-winning Bauhaus style, inspirational location, idyllic views. Webcode: 85547

Ä Ascona, Hotel Eden Roc On the shore of , private beach, Lugano, Villa Sassa Hotel, magnificent spa with separate ladies’ sauna. Residence & SpaÀ Webcode: 13734 Oasis of wellbeing in a quiet location, superb view, 3,000 m2 of wellness, indoor and outdoor pool. Cademario, Kurhaus Cademario Webcode: 12348 Hotel & SpaÀ À New design, excellent gastronomy, fully relaxing , Esplanade Hotel Resort & Spa and a wonderful panorama over Lake Lugano. Historic building, grounds with an exotic park of Webcode: 13710 40,000 m2, extensive spa, Ayurveda, outdoor swimming pool. Cademario, Wanderhotel & Spa Webcode: 13737 CacciatoriÕ Ö In the hikers’ paradise in Malcantone, with Orselina, Villa Orselina sub-tropical gardens, brine adventure pool, Located high above Locarno, Villa Orselina wine therapy. charms guests with its glorious views over Lake Webcode: 13648 Maggiore. Webcode: 13666 Ã Lugano, Hotel International au Lac Ó Historic hotel, family-owned since 1906, cen- Ronco , Châlet Stella Alpina trally located on the Lake Lugano promenade. Beautifully situated in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Webcode: 13647 very close to the Gotthard Pass. Webcode: 24659 Õ Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center Quiet location in the old town, it offers a large Holiday houses breakfast buffet with genuine Ticino specialities. Ticino knows how to welcome you at any time pro- Webcode: 13680 viding made-to-measure accommodation for you. www.houses.ticino.ch Lugano, Villa Principe Leopoldo Hotel & SpaÖ Camping paradise Member of Relais & Châteaux, it is a harmo- Ticino’s campsites are renowned for their comfort nious blend of Italian charm and Swiss and convenience, quality and the relaxing excellence. atmosphere. Webcode: 13761 www.camping.ticino.ch

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