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Trip to the saturday market in Bellinzona
Discover UNESCO-castles and the traditional market in the charming old town
Discover the old town of Bellinzona and other insider tips. Travel to Bellinzona on the Treno Gottardo via the historic Gotthard panoramic route. Start your excursion at the colorful Saturday market and then use the Fortezza Pass to explore the impressive castles - a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Included in the experience:
Travel on the Treno Gottardo from Zurich, Basel (via Lucerne, Airolo) to Bellinzona and back
1 coffee, tea or hot chocolate on the Treno Gottardo
Fortezza Pass: admission to the Fortress of Bellinzona
5 franc voucher for the traditional Saturday market and gift
Tips for an unforgettable stay in Bellinzona
Discover the old town
Every Saturday, Bellinzona's old town is transformed into a lively market. Around the Nosetto Piazza, you will find a variety of regional products. Immerse yourself in the local culture and enjoy the colourful hustle and bustle.
Travel back to the Middle Ages
The old town of Bellinzona is characterised by churches, parks, city walls and castles. On the guided tour ‘Experience the Middle Ages in Bellinzona’, you will stroll through the characteristic alleys and squares of the old town to Castelgrande.
Autumn market
Bellinzona undergoes a transformation in October, with the atmospheric Saturday market taking on an autumnal feel. Discover a diverse selection of cheese specialities, sample freshly roasted chestnuts and indulge in regional products.