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Camping at campsites in Ticino

Camping at campsites in Ticino Switzerland

During a camping holiday at a campsite in Tessin (Ticino) you can choose between the mountains or the lakes, both are overwhelmingly present in Ticino. If your caravan or motorhome is on a campsite in the north of Ticino, then you are just south of the Gotthard Pass or the Lukmanier Pass. A wonderful area to practice mountain sports from your campsite.

Ticino is fortunate to have two large lakes, Lago Maggiore and Lago di Lugano, although much of Lake Maggiore is in Italy. Many c ...

Camping at campsites in Ticino Switzerland

During a camping holiday at a campsite in Tessin (Ticino) you can choose between the mountains or the lakes, both are overwhelmingly present in Ticino. If your caravan or motorhome is on a campsite in the north of Ticino, then you are just south of the Gotthard Pass or the Lukmanier Pass. A wonderful area to practice mountain sports from your campsite.

Ticino is fortunate to have two large lakes, Lago Maggiore and Lago di Lugano, although much of Lake Maggiore is in Italy. Many campsites are located on or near these two lakes. A smaller number of campsites are located in the valleys of the Maggia or Leventina. With so much water nearby, practicing a water sport is obvious. The active camper will certainly enjoy themselves in Ticino. Other sports are also possible, such as cycling (not all roads are steep, there are also flat parts), mountain hiking or climbing. In short, when you decide to camp in Ticino you can be sure that you will have a nice camping holiday.

Accessibility of the campsites in Ticino

When you decide to camp at one of the campsites in Ticino, it is useful to know something about the accessibility of this area. One way to reach Ticino (or Tessin as the German-speaking Swiss call it) from the north is to drive through the 17-kilometer Gotthard tunnel. Another option is the much more beautiful Gotthard Pass, parallel to the tunnel. The Nufenenpas (from the west) and the Lukmanierpas (from the east) are not recommended with a caravan. If you come from a completely different direction, the San Bernardino pass is still an option. You will then enter Bellinzona Ticino. Once through the tunnel or over the pass you will find yourself in Italy. The style of houses, churches and other buildings is very similar to the style found in Italy.

The climate in Ticino

Due to its location on the south side of the Alps, there is a favorable, almost Mediterranean, climate in Ticino. Spring can already be nice and warm and sunny and that can continue well into autumn. The summer is usually hot, but cooling can be found in the water. Or go into the mountains, for example by car into the Verzasca valley to the "end point" Sonogno and then continue walking. In short, there is an area with an attractive climate for every camper in Ticino.

Cities around the campsites in Ticino

When you camp at a campsite in Ticino, there is a good chance that you will be staying near one of the towns in this area. The larger cities are Bellinzona, Locarno and Lugano, each with its own character and well worth a visit. Information about these cities can be found at the local tourist office (Turismo) and often also at the receptions of the campsites.

Excursions around the campsites in Ticino

Trips are often made during the camping holiday. There are many trips to be made in Ticino, of varying diversity. Well worth a visit is the Isole di Brissago, a subtropical island in Lake Maggiore. From Locarno there is a boat connection with which you can reach this island. Throughout the year there is something cultural going on somewhere in Ticino. There is a good chance that you will encounter one of these cultural activities while camping. Alternating from local markets, flower exhibitions, the Easter procession or Festspiele to many types of music (jazz, rock, pop, organ music, blues) with wine and chestnut festivals in the autumn. Chestnuts have been a source of food for the local population for many generations. Information about this can be found at the local tourist office (Turismo) and often also at the receptions of the campsites.

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24 recommended campings in Ticino

The campsite is a small "simple family campsite". The pitches are not delimited but are located in such a way with a maximum of prviacy. The bathroom is good. The terrain has been damaged but many places have been leveled. Many tent campers know this site but it is also accessible for caravans not wider than 2.20 meters. ... SHOW MORE
The campsite is on Lake Maggiore and has a sandy beach with sunbathing area. Some places are shady. Cycling and hiking trails lead to Locarno along the campsite. Some of the plumbing is still old with a geyser for every hot water tap. The new plumbing looks good. Persons under 20 years only admitted accompanied by parents ... SHOW MORE
The campsite is almost on the Lago di Lugano. Between the campsite and the lake there is a large sunbathing area that is communal property. Also another camping comes out. This common area is very well maintained. The campsite itself is a flat area with trees. The plumbing looks neat. The pitches are not small. Possibilit ... SHOW MORE
This small campsite is located on Lake Maggiore and has a sandy beach. The terrain is flat and there is a lot of shade through the trees. The plumbing looks well cared for. The pitches are not large. The hiking and cycling trails to Locarno start at some distance. The campsite also has a few bungalows and apartments for r ... SHOW MORE
The simple terrain has 200 small tourist places. In the shop, among other things, bread is for sale. The plumbing looks neat. The area is quiet even though the camp site is in line with the kilometers away from the airport. Only sport planes make use of it. Simple meals and snacks are available in the restaurant. There is ... SHOW MORE
Camping Piccolo Paradiso is surrounded by nature in the woods on the river Maggia. The site changed hands in 2011 and the new owner is busy renovating or renovating it. It looks promising but he realizes that not everything is possible in one year. What remains is a campsite where it is good to live in a quiet area on a r ... SHOW MORE
The campsite is on Lake Maggiore and has a sandy beach. Some places are shady. The terrain looks neat. Guests of the campsite have free access to the Lido Tenero swimming pool, located next to the campsite. Cycling and hiking trails take you to Locarno and Ascona along the campsite. The environment is flat. The plumbing l ... SHOW MORE
The campsite is a park-like site and a lot of care is given to maintenance. The environment is quiet and friendly. After 20:00 the social room is open for a drink and a chat. The room is open until 22:00. In addition to the villages in the area, a visit to Bellinzona and Locarno is highly recommended. SHOW MORE
On the way to the south, this camp site Bosco di Molinazzo is not far from the A2 at Bellinzona. The campsite is located on the banks of the river Ticino. It is a suitable campsite for a stopover or for a long stay. The towers and castles of the city of Bellinzona are well worth a visit. The environment of the campsite le ... SHOW MORE
The campsite is located in a nature reserve with many deciduous trees and beautiful vegetation. The places are large and without a flood hazard. The plumbing looks neat. Swimming pool for adults and a children's pool with large sunbathing area. There is a restaurant / pizzeria with an extensive menu. The store is extensiv ... SHOW MORE

 

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