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Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride

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Lugano: 4.5-Hour Monte Bré Visit w/ Funicular Ride
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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91 reviews

From the heart of the city to the most uncontaminated peaks of Lugano, enjoy the splendid views and walk through the tiny village of Brè.

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Duration 4.5 hours
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English, German, French, Italian

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Brid – Ireland

Christina was the best tour guide we've ever had. She had such a good balance between humour/fun and facts. I would recommend the tour to absolutely everyone! Everyone was talking about how she made the tour even more special

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David – United States

A must do if you're in Lugano! An incredible tour, and even more incredible given how cheap it is. Amazing peaceful views, friendly guide, you can't miss this

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Highlights

  • Get a brief overview of Lugano and take a picturesque boat ride to Cassarate
  • Enjoy a funicular ride up to the top of Monte Bré
  • Admire the spectacular view over Lake Lugano from the mountaintop

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Your guide will lead you through the city, to Cassarate, up to Monte Bré and back down to the bottom of the mountain. Meet your guide at the Lugano Region tourist office in Via Magatti 6, Lugano. Start at the city’s heart with a boat ride to the little harbor of Cassarate. 

Then, after getting on the funicular, enjoy the splendid views of the city center at your feet as you reach Lugano’s most uncontaminated summit. You will also get the chance to admire the fantastic panoramic view, which, on clear days, stretches all the way to Mount Rosa. Take a stroll and explore the small village of Brè, where life runs at a slow pace, while taking a look at the typical Ticinese houses, the church and the works of art. 

Explore Monte Bré at your own pace, soak in the stunning views over Lake Lugano, the city and nearby mountain tops. The return ticket on the funicular, to get back down to Cassarate is included in your tour, from there you can arrange your individual return to Lugano.

Includes

  • Guide
  • Funicular return ticket up to Monte Bré
  • Boat ride from Lugano to Cassarate
  • Boat ride from Cassarate
  • Return to Lugano (you can easily return by bus or walking)

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems

Meeting point

Meeting point: at 1:00 pm at Info Point Lugano Region, Via Magatti 6, Lugano

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • The difficulty level of walking: medium
  • The guide can decide to break off or cancel the excursion in case of bad weather
  • The guided tour will be held in the two prevalent languages
  • 30% with Holiday Card & Ticino Ticket. Please book directly at Info Point LR if you want to take advantage.
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  • Transportation
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  • Value for money
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Brid – IrelandJune 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Christina was the best tour guide we've ever had. She had such a good balance between humour/fun and facts. I would recommend the tour to absolutely everyone! Everyone was talking about how she made the tour even more special
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David – United StatesOctober 12, 2024 – Verified booking
A must do if you're in Lugano! An incredible tour, and even more incredible given how cheap it is. Amazing peaceful views, friendly guide, you can't miss this
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Michaela – United StatesOctober 12, 2024 – Verified booking
Amazing! We saw so many things and our guide was very knowledgeable!

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