Bellinzona

Surrounded by the forested mountains of the Saint Gotthard Massif and dominated by three medieval hilltop castles, Bellinzona is a stunning city with an Italian flavour. The capital of the Ticino canton in Switzerland, the city boasts an Alpine backdrop and great potential for riverside ambles. Climb up to one of the three UNESCO World Heritage listed castles or wander around the picturesque Old Town. On Saturdays, there’s a buzzing market on the central Piazza Nosetto.