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Things to see in Bellinzona (Switzerland): 85 places and when to go
Bellinzona is a town in Switzerland, and this site lists 85 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (52), Hiking (35), Nature (23). The best known are Pizzo di Claro, Camoghè and Cima dello Stagn. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 26. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Switzerland · 46.197, 9.02
- Places
- 85 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (52) · Hiking (35) · Nature (23) · Temples (9) · Food and drink (8) · History (7)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- LUG Agno, 23 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Pizzo di Claro, at 2,727 m.
What to see in Bellinzona
The places in and around Bellinzona, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Pizzo di ClaroNature · Mountains11 km
- CamoghèMountain of the Lugano Prealps7.7 km
- Cima dello StagnNature · Mountains14 km
- Pizzo PagliaMountain in Switzerland16 km
- GazzirolaMountain shared by Switzerland and Italy9.7 km
- MarmontanaMountain shared by Switzerland and Italy12 km
- Castle of CastelgrandeOne of three castles in Bellinzona476 m
- Cima dell'UomoMountain in Ticino, Switzerland7.5 km
- Cima di BriMountain in Switzerland16 km
- Cima di CugnMountain shared by Switzerland and Italy11 km
- Pizzo di VogornoNature · Mountains11 km
- Poncione RossoNature · Mountains14 km
- Montebello CastleOne of three castles in Bellinzona813 m
- Sasso Corbaro CastleOne of three castles in Bellinzona1.3 km
- Corno di GeseroMountain in Switzerland8.7 km
- Monte BarMountain in Switzerland10.0 km
- Poncione PiancasciaMountain in Switzerland25 km
- MadoneMountain in Switzerland9.2 km
- Piz de MolineraMountain in Switzerland8.9 km
- Pizzo CampanileMountain shared by Switzerland and Italy18 km
- Poncione di PiottaMountain in Switzerland9.7 km
- Poncione del VènnMountain in Switzerland12 km
- Poncione d'AlnascaMountain in Switzerland18 km
- SassarienteMountain in Switzerland9.6 km
And the other 61, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Cima di Visghéd, Motto della Tappa
- Mountains: Capanna Gesero, Capanna Albagno, Capanna Borgna, Capanna Brogoldone, Capanna Cornavosa, Capanna Alpe Mognone, Capanna Monte Bar, Capanna Alpe d'Orino, Nucleo di Odro, Rifugio San Jorio, Capanna Alpe d'Alva, Capanna Alpe di Lèis, Capanna Genzianella, Capanna San Lucio, Rifugio Alpe Moroscetto, Capanna Alpe di Garíss, Capanna Cremorasco, Capanna delle Aquile, capanna Sementina, Nuova Capanna Gesero in località Biscia m.2003, Rifugio Alp di Luarn, Rifugio Alp di Rescignaga, Rifugio Alpe di Confiénn, Rifugio Alpe di Cusale, Rifugio Alpe di Peurett, Rifugio Cortin, Rifugio Garzirola, Rifugio Pèu, Rifugio San Lucio
- Temples: Claro Abbey, Madonna del Ponte chiuso, Church of San Paolo called Chiesa Rossa, San Rocco, Church of St. Mary of the Assumption and parish house (old convent), Chiesa di San Vincenzo, Parish church of San Biagio in Revecchia, Chiesa Santa Maria Assunta, Santi Pietro e Stefano
- History: Torre Bianca, Pala Castle, Santa Maria in Calanca Castle, Torre Fiorenzana
- Museums and art: Museo Villa dei Cedri, Museum of Radio
- Hiking: Rifugio Alpe di Lai, 01-Sentiero Verzasca, Capanna Neveggio, ex caserma militare svizzera, Rifugio Alp de Martum, Rifugio Carnac
- Food and drink: Azienda Mondò, Azienda Viticola Colli di Gudo, Birrificio Schmid, Cantina böscioro, Cantina La Segrisola, Cantina Pizzorin, Chivisin, La Vigna
- With kids: Fattoria Ponzio
When to go to Bellinzona
The best time to visit Bellinzona is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:49
- FebPossible10:06
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:20
- MayBest time14:46
- JunBest time15:34
- JulBest time15:14
- AugBest time13:59
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:39
- NovPossible9:10
- DecPossible8:26
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 26. In July, 85 of the 85 places are at their best.
When to go to Switzerland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Bellinzona
The nearest main airport is Lugano Airport (LUG, Agno), 23 km as the crow flies. How to get around Switzerland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Ascona60 places20 km
- Lugano126 places22 km
- Ludiano76 places26 km
- Mesocco52 places27 km
- Mogno67 places38 km
- Campo (Vallemaggia)37 places41 km
And all of Switzerland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Bellinzona?
The best known: Pizzo di Claro, Camoghè, Cima dello Stagn, Pizzo Paglia, Gazzirola. In all, 85 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Bellinzona?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 34 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 26.
How do you get to Bellinzona?
The nearest main airport is Lugano Airport (LUG), 23 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Bellinzona as the destination and these 85 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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