Lake Maggiore and Brissago Islands experience
Travel south on the Treno Gottardo and explore Lake Maggiore by boat
Situated on the border between Italy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is an attractive destination for an excursion with its unique climate and beautiful surrounding towns and villages. Thanks to the day pass included in the offer, you can take a boat trip on Lake Maggiore from Locarno to the Brissago Islands, where magnificent gardens and an elegant villa await. Marvel at colourful landscapes and majestic mountains – an unforgettable experience.
Included in the Lake Maggiore and Brissago Islands experience
Outward and return journey on the Treno Gottardo from Zurich or Basel (via Lucerne and Airolo) to Locarno
One coffee on the Treno Gottardo
Day pass for the boat company valid on Lake Maggiore (Swiss side)
Entry to the Brissago Islands
The Lake Maggiore and Brissago Islands Experience offer will be available again from spring 2025.
Brissago Islands
On Switzerland’s only island with a botanical garden, Mediterranean and subtropical plants thrive in the local climate. Covering an area of 25,000 m², the garden is home to over 2,000 plant species from different parts of the world. Children can even go on exciting treasure hunts – and what better place for it than an island?
In the park, the 1930s Villa Emden houses a restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious ice cream or coffee and while away the afternoon before returning to the mainland by boat.
A cruise on Lake Maggiore
Your boat company day pass is not just for exploring the Brissago Islands. Enjoy an unforgettable cruise, boarding in Locarno and discovering the enchanting sights to be found on the shores of Lake Maggiore.