GToS Stage 3a: Chiasso - Bellinzona

From Chiasso to Bellinzona

This route connects Chiasso with the official starting point of the Grand Tour in the Bellinzona area and delights visitors with its Mediterranean flair, lake panoramas and cultural and historical highlights. As an access road, it is part of the official tour description and should not be missed.

UNESCO World Heritage properties along the route:

• Monte San Giorgio – A treasure trove of marine fossils from the Triassic period.

• Ancient Beech Forests – A living archive of Europe's natural forest history.

• Fortress of Bellinzona – Impressive medieval military architecture.

With the handy Grand Tour map, you will always have an overview of the route and won't miss any of the main attractions.