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Feel the Ascona-Locarno region

The Lake Maggiore region offers visitors unforgettable scenery: velvety mountains, beaches where one can relax under the sun or do water sports, delightful villages where time appears to have stopped, cities with a rich history and culture, and endless little corners of paradise where to wind down.

The combination of such a varied landscape and the cinema magic of the Locarno Film Festival, one of the most prestigious film events in the world, makes for an even more special and exciting experiences in the region.

It is no coincidence that one of the event’s most relevant partners is Ascona-Locarno Turismo, the official tourism department of the Lake Maggiore region, which makes every destination a treat through its initiatives that value and promote the territory: Ascona, Brissago-Ronco, Centovalli, Gambarogno, Locarno, Valle Onsernone, Tenero, Vallemaggia, and Val Verzasca.

To help you explore your options effectively, the Festival and Ascona-Locarno Turismo have created six distinct profiles, designed to match anyone’s desires and preferences.

Find out which one suits you best!  

The Explorer

Adventures in the woods, on the mountains and in the water; discoveries, challenges, splendid views; the ideal choice for those seeking experiences far removed from everyday life, and in full contact with nature.
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The Culture-savvy

Exhibitions, valuable architectural works, installations, concerts, events: the possibilities for cultural knowledge and study are endless for those who cultivate a passion for the arts.
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The Relaxed

Traveling is the best way to regenerate oneself: for those looking for places of relaxation and downtime, a roundup of proposals ranging from wellness centers to the most picturesque views of the region
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The Athlete

If movement and physical exercise are your priority, the Lake Maggiore region will amaze you with a wide range of contexts in which to practice the most varied sporting activities.
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The Socialite

Eating, drinking, having fun: if these are the imperatives of your holidays, in the Ascona-Locarno region you will find countless opportunities to socialize while enjoying the delicious local cuisine.
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The Family

The Lake Maggiore region is the perfect location for a family holiday, with no age limits: from children to adults, everyone can find tailor-made fun opportunities.
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