Locarno cottages, Lake Maggiore Holiday rentals - cottages & holiday homes to rent in Locarno
Locarno sits at the top end of Lake Maggiore in the Italian speaking Swiss canton of Ticino. A beautiful lakeside resort with great walking trails into the mountains that surround the lake.
Unlike most of Switzerland, Locarno is blessed with a Mediterranean climate giving palm tree lined promenades and sub-tropical flowers. Sitting in the sun in one of the many lakeside bustling cafes is a great way to pass the time.
| Key facts... | |
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| Restaurants | 30+ |
| Beach | ✔ |
| Oudoor pool | ✘ |
| Car recommended | ✔ |
| Ferry terminal | ✔ |
| Nearest airport | Milan Malpensa (128km) |
| Nearest train station | Locarno |
Featured Locarno holiday cottages
Renting a cottage or holiday home in Locarno provides some breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Our holiday rentals are conveniently located to all the local amenities and have easy access to the ferry terminal.
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Things to see and do
| A few suggestions... | |
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| Visit the Franciscan Santuario della Madonna del Sasso church | ✔ |
| Sail around Lake Maggiore taking in the Borromeo and Brissago Islands | ✔ |
| Take the funicular and then cable car up to Alpe Cardada at 1496m | ✔ |
| Visit the Brissago isles in the lake | ✔ |
| Explore Valle Maggia with its rivers, waterfalls and grottos | ✔ |
Our view on Locarno
With it's cobbled streets, shops, markets and abundance of great restaurants, Locarno is a perfect retreat for your cottage holiday on the wonderful Lake Maggiore.
