Monte San Salvatore, Lugano

4.7

#2 of 24 in Nature in Canton of Ticino

Must see · Lookout · Mountain

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Stand on the top of Lugano at Monte San Salvatore for panoramic views of the city and the calm blue lake surrounding it. To reach the top, hike or hop on the funicular, which operates seasonally. Stop for a bite at the restaurant at the summit to take advantage of the impressive views from the veranda. You'll find the best vistas from the top of the church, but it's a significant climb. Information tablets identify the surrounding mountains, so you'll be able to tell when you're looking at the legendary Matterhorn. Open seasonally, please check website for up-to-date information and departure location. It couldn't be easier to arrange your visit to Monte San Salvatore and many more Lugano attractions: make an itinerary online using Inspirock's Lugano road trip planning site.

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FROM $17 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lugano Region Guided Excursion from Lugano to Monte San Salvatore by funicular Lugano Region Guided Excursion from Lugano to Monte San Salvatore by funicular

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By abby c

The base of the hike is easy to access by walking from downtown Lugano or by taking a bus. The hike is somewhat challenging as it is mainly stairs from the base to the top and it takes around 1 hour..... more

The base of the hike is easy to access by walking from downtown Lugano or by taking a bus. The hike is somewhat challenging as it is mainly stairs from the base to the top and it takes around 1 hour..... more »
By 708wernerw

The mountain itself is amazing. The view over Lugano is probably the best you can have. Unfortunately the train company is very disorganized. When we wanted to go down we missed a train because it...

The mountain itself is amazing. The view over Lugano is probably the best you can have. Unfortunately the train company is very disorganized. When we wanted to go down we missed a train because it... more »

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By N deW

Just beautiful! Amazingly quiet above the city of Lugano. Easily accessible by funicular with variable opportunities to enjoy the view on all sides of the mountain top. A children’s treasure hike with perfect signing. Only accessible on foot, but motivating for children to walk and enjoy while learning facts about the surrounding nature. Great place to witness the sunset even on a misty winter day.

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By Arshya Mishra

Beautiful view. Can go via funicolare or hiking. Both are fun. Hiking trail becomes slippery during snowfall otherwise it is awesome.

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