Autumn

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Colours and tastes of autumn

Autumn is full of colour and flavour: tables are filled with seasonal specialities, and in the cellars it’s time to taste the finest wines. It’s the perfect season for those seeking a sweet and relaxed atmosphere! Discover the many autumn events that enliven the region and let yourself be won over by typical local flavours.

For culture lovers, autumn is the ideal time to visit exhibitions and museums, while the mild temperatures are perfect for scenic hikes through woods and landscapes tinged with red and gold. And why not take the opportunity to gather chestnuts during a walk and then stop at a typical grotto to enjoy some local specialities?

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Destinations

How best to experience our regions in autumn

Bellinzona in autumn
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Bellinzona in autumn

Experience autumn in Bellinzona: discover the Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stroll through the historic streets and the Saturday market, between culture, traditions and local flavors.
Autumn in the Blenio Valley
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Autumn in the Blenio Valley

Immerse yourself in autumn in Valle di Blenio: stroll through colorful landscapes, explore the ruins of Serravalle Castle, and visit the Ethnographic Museum in Lottigna.
Autumn in Riviera
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Autumn in Riviera

Don’t miss autumn in Biasca and Riviera: hikes among chestnut groves, the Santa Petronilla waterfalls and Romanesque churches, between nature and traditions.
Autumn in Leventina
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Autumn in Leventina

Discover the magic of autumn in Leventina: walks through colorful forests, the Piumogna Waterfall and the historic Tremola of the Gotthard, where nature meets authentic culture.

Gastronomia e enogastronomia

Let yourself be captivated by typical autumn dishes based on pumpkin, chestnuts, and mushrooms, paired with local wines full of character: from Merlot, the emblematic grape of Ticino, to other varieties that reflect the richness of the region.

Gastronomy

Organise your stay to include gourmet eateries as well as the traditional rustic grotto restaurants.

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Pumpkin soup

Wines and wine cellars

If, like Goethe, you think that life is too short to drink bad wine, then why not seek out the region of Bellinzona and its excellent wines? The many great quality labels all begin with the grapes.

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Vineyards

Tips for hiking in autumn

The mild temperatures make autumn an ideal time for an outing or hike in the forest to collect chestnuts. And why not make a stop in a typical grotto to taste some of the delicious local specialties?

Autumn events

What would autumn be without festivals dedicated to local products and wine tastings? But in the Bellinzona and Valleys region, the season is about more than just flavours: autumn also brings many cultural events. Discover them all!

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