City palais near the lake (75)

Ascona, known as the “Pearl of Lake Maggiore,” lies in a sunny bay with a particularly mild climate at the delta of the Maggia River. Its charming historic old town preserves important artistic and architectural heritage, while Monte Verità represents one of the most influential chapters in Ascona’s cultural history. Surrounded by a diverse landscape of lake and mountains, Ascona offers numerous opportunities for leisure, sports, and relaxation. Today, it is an internationally renowned holiday destination that combines tradition, warm hospitality, sustainability, major cultural events, and a refined culinary scene.