Scenic One-Day Nature Road Trip in Locarno, Switzerland

Day 1: Nature Exploration

Locarno, Switzerland

8:00AM

Breakfast at Ristorante Ponte

Start your day with a hearty Swiss breakfast at Ristorante Ponte, featuring fresh pastries and locally sourced ingredients.
Walk to Ristorante Ponte, located within a short 5-minute walk from Locarno center.
CHF20, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Cardada

Take the funicular railway from Locarno to Cardada to experience breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding Alps.
Board the funicular from Locarno which takes approximately 15 minutes to reach Cardada.
CHF18, 3 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Trattoria Cardada

Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Trattoria Cardada, which offers traditional Ticinese cuisine with stunning mountain views.
Located at Cardada, just a short walk from the viewpoint.
CHF30, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Val Verzasca

Drive to Val Verzasca and marvel at its emerald green waters and dramatic landscapes, featuring one of the most beautiful valleys in Switzerland.
Drive from Cardada to Val Verzasca takes about 20 minutes.
Free, 3 hours

5:30PM

Photography and Hiking at Lavertezzo

Stop at Lavertezzo to photograph its picturesque stone bridge or hike in the surrounding trails to take in the majestic views.
Continue driving approximately 10 minutes to Lavertezzo once in Val Verzasca.
Free, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Ristorante Da Gigi

Return to Locarno and unwind with dinner at Ristorante Da Gigi, savoring local fish dishes or pizza in a cozy atmosphere.
Drive back from Lavertezzo to Locarno which will take about 15 minutes.
CHF40, 1.5 hours
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