Lake on the border of Switzerland and Italy. Walk along the Swiss border. The amazing history of Lake Maggiore

Switzerland is a country of numerous mountains and lakes. Amazingly clean, unrealistically azure-colored lakes in Switzerland are one of best options easy relaxation with the opportunity to enjoy beautiful landscapes. And the most beautiful lakes It’s best to look in the mountains, during: that’s where you’ll find those postcard views, as if drawn, they are so beautiful and unreal. In clear, calm weather, the surface of the lake turns into a mirror in which reflections mountain peaks and clouds, creating the illusion of a world floating in the air.

Switzerland has several large lakes, which you can explore on a cruise ship. Lake cruises in Switzerland operate all year round, but not everywhere. For example, on Lake Firvaldstätt you can even take a boat New Year meet, but there are no cruises on the lake in winter, only in the summer.

Two largest lake in Switzerland - and Constance - are located on the borders and are shared with neighboring countries(France and Germany and Austria, respectively). Lake Neuchâtel has an area of ​​218 square meters. km is the largest located entirely in Switzerland. Lago Maggiore, only slightly smaller, is mostly located in Italy.

Lake Geneva

One of the most beautiful and beloved lakes in Switzerland by tourists is. Named after the city near which it is located, the lake is popular place For summer holiday and for the construction of luxury villas. The lake is located on the territory of two countries - South part it is located in the province of Como, Italy. On the banks there is an Italian exclave on Swiss territory - the commune of Campione d'Italia.

Lined with picturesque villages and surrounded by green mountains, Lake Lugano is perfect place for relaxation and active tourism. Quite elongated, 36 km long and no more than 2 km wide, it is the only one in Switzerland with a bridge across it.

From time to time, strong winds can blow on the lake - tiwano (northern) and breva (south). Porlezzina (eastern) sometimes brings strong storms. Thanks to its clean air, virtually free of dust and fog, Lake Lugano is considered best place for rest and treatment after lesions of the respiratory tract and for rheumatic patients. The holiday season lasts from May to October.

Lake Lucerne (Lake Lucerne)

About 40 km long, it stretches in an arc along three cantons: , and . The lake is flowing: in the east the Linth River flows into it, and in the west, in the center of Zurich, the Limmat River flows out of it. At the cape, the lake is divided into two parts by a dam: on the Zurich side there is the Lower Lake, and on the east - Upper Lake(Obersee), between and .

There are regular and ferry service between the banks, including road transport (between Horgen and Meilen). Among the ships, two ancient ones ply paddle steamer: Stadt Zurich(built in 1909) and Stadt Rapperswil(built in 1914).

The cruise along the entire Lake Zurich takes 1:50 from Zurich to Rapperswil. Along the shore of the lake by train, the same distance can be covered in just 36 minutes. Departure from the Zürich Bürkliplatz pier. From December 11, 2016, an additional fee for travel on Lake Zurich will be introduced - 5 francs in addition to the existing ticket for certain tariff zones.

Lake Constance on German usually called Lake Constance - in honor of the German town of the same name on the border with Switzerland. The lake washes the shores of three countries at once: in the north it borders on Germany, in the south on Switzerland, and on the eastern side is Austria. Lake Constance, with an area of ​​536 square meters. km, is the second largest in Switzerland, second in size only to . The Rhine River flows through it.

Lake Constance is navigable: there is ferry crossing(eg from Konstanz to beautiful Meersburg), also for cars. On the shores of the lake are located German cities Konstanz(Very beautiful city, Swiss Pass series tickets are still valid before it), Meersburg(wonderful castle, and a beautiful town), Friedrichshafen(and this is the birthplace of airships. Just think, there were airship flights from Fribrichshafen to Moscow and Tokyo!!!), Lindau and an Austrian city Bregenz. Located in the middle Lake Constancemonastic island of Reichenau announced .

Lake Brienz

In summer along Lake Brienz (in German - Brienz See - Brienzsee) there are many regular flights to the side. Cruises on Lake Brienz operate from April to October, with the number of cruises in spring and autumn being noticeably fewer than in the summer peak season.

Lake Brienz cruises start from CHF 30 and include breakfast/lunch or Swiss traditional.

Zug Lake

Lake Zug, named after the city, is located in two cantons - and, at the foothills. This is a navigable lake, around the city in cruise mode and regular transportation boats of the Zugersee Schifffahrt company ply. The maximum ticket price for a cruise on Lake Zug (between the cities of Zug and Arth) costs 36 francs. An all-day ticket for the entire Zug region, including cruises on lakes Zugersee and Ägerisee (Zuger Tagespass+) costs 39 francs per person (you can go there and back unlimited). For children or owners - CHF 19.50.

The name Lago Maggiore literally means " Big lake" It is located in the south of Switzerland, on the border with Italy, in. Most of the lake is located in Italy, in Piedmont and Lombardy.

The climate in the vicinity of Lago Maggiore is quite mild, due to which there are many resorts on the shores: Tenero in Switzerland and Canobio, Stresa, etc. Among the attractions of the lake are the Borromean Islands: Isola Bella, Isola Madre, Isola Superiore, and Isola di San Giovanni, located near the island of Brissago, as well as the Monastery of Santa Caterina del Sasso, located on the mountainside in.

On Lago Maggiore there are cruises on the Locarno-Magadino route and to the islands. A ticket from Ascona and Locarno to Brissago Island costs 20.20 and 33.60 francs respectively (+8 francs for entry). A 1-day ticket for Lake Maggiore costs 38.00 CHF, for 2 days - 50.00 CHF. The tourist ticket Holiday Card Lago Maggiore (CH+I) is valid for the entire lake in Switzerland and Italy and costs 93 CHF for 3 days and 140 CHF for 1 week. An all-day ticket on the Swiss side of the lake costs 20.70 CHF for 1 day for 1 zone or 36.60 CHF for 2 zones. With a general abonnement (GA), half-fare card SBB or SwissPass, a ticket for 2 zones will cost 29.30 CHF.

Lake St. Moritz or St. Moritzsee is located right at the foot of the town of the same name. It is the northeasternmost and smallest in area of ​​the chain of three large lakes in the Upper Engadine.

Lake St. Moritz is very popular among yachtsmen. In winter, when the surface of the lake is covered with ice, it is used for sporting events: since 1906 - White Turf horse racing, in 1928 - part of the Winter Olympic Games, and since 1988 - cricket tournaments. Currently, every January or early February, polo competitions are held here.

Lake Sils

Lake Sils or Sils See ( Silsersee) named after a nearby village. Thanks to the constant and fairly strong winds blowing from the Maloya Pass, it is popular among windsurfers, yachtsmen and kiters. Lake Sils is the highest European lake on which commercial shipping takes place. During the summer there are regular boat services taking tourists and hikers from Sils Maria to Maloja via Chastè, Plaun da Lej and Isola. Cruises operate from late June until September/October.

The famous German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche visited Lake Sils for the first time in July 1881 and spent seven years there until 1888 in the village of Sils Maria, where he rented a room on the second floor in the house of the Durisch family. . There he wrote a number of his works, including part of the book Thus Spoke Zarathustra.

This lake is most beautiful in early October, when the air is especially clear and the local hills are painted with the gold of yellowed larches. It is his photographs that adorn numerous postcards with views of autumn Switzerland.

Lake Silvaplana

Lake Silvaplana ( Silvaplanersee) is named after the village of the same name located on the coast. This is one of the three large lakes of the Upper Engadine, located at the beginning of the ascent to the southern slope of the Julian Pass. To the south of the lake, higher in the mountains, is the popular ski resort of Korvach.

Alluvial sediments of the Ova dal Vallun stream flowing into the lake led to the division of the lake into two parts, the lower (north-eastern) part is a separate lake called Lej da Champfèr.

Thanks to the steady winds blowing from the Maloja Pass, Lake Silvaplana is popular with windsurfers, yachtsmen and kiters.

Lake Murten

Lake Murten (in German - Murtensee -Murten See) is named after the town of the same name, located on its southern coast, in, and borders on. Lake Murten is located at the foot of the Jura Mountains and, along with Neuchâtel and Bil, forms the hydraulic system of the Zeeland region (Lake District). There are regular cruises on these three lakes, including themed fondue cruises in winter (departures at 11:30 and 19:30, duration 3 hours, 55 CHF per person), but not every day. There is a New Year's cruise (19:30 - 1:30, cost 140 CHF per person, including gala dinner).

Murten Licht-Festival 01/11/2017 - 01/22/2017 - Murten Holy Festival, cruises 18:00 - 22:00.

Lake Neuchâtel

Lake Neuchâtel is located at city ​​of the same name in western Switzerland, mainly in , but partly also in , and . Together with Lakes Murten and Lake Bil, it forms the hydraulic system of the Zeeland region (Lake Region).

Area 218 sq. km, Lake Neuchâtel is the largest lake in Switzerland, located entirely within the country. The lake is located at an altitude of 429 above sea level, and the maximum depth reaches 152 m.

Lake Biel

This large lake, named after the city, stretches over the territory and. Together with Lake Murten and Lake Neuchâtel, it forms the hydraulic system of the Zeeland region (Lake Region). In the south lakes protrude from the water islet of St. Peter at 473 m, attracting many tourists (Jean-Jacques Rousseau once spent several months there), and the small Rabbit Island at 448 m are the highest points of the underwater ridge known as the “Path of the Pagans,” which completely dries out at low waters and stretches to Erlach.

Klönthaler See

Lake Klöntalersee or Lake Klöntaler is a small picturesque lake in the center of Switzerland, at an altitude of 848 m above sea level. Since 1908, the lake has been used for electrification needs.

Klönthaler See is a popular route for.

Lake Walensee

Lake Walenseeor Lake Wallenstadt - one of the largest in the country. It is located in the east of Switzerland, 2/3 of it is located in and 1/3 in. The river Lint flows through the lake and flows into. The lake is quite picturesque - steep slopes approach the water’s edge from the north mountain range Hurfirsten (Churfirsten), reaching an altitude of 2306 m. Above south coast The Mürtschenstock Mountains rise above.

Due to the fact that the lake is located deep in the valley, without excess sunlight, even in summer the water temperature in the lake usually does not exceed 20 °C).

Davos Lake

Lake Davos is a small natural reservoir of water, with a maximum depth of 54 m, used for the production of hydroelectric power. The lake is filled with water from the Rhine, Fluelebach and Totalpbach springs. The lake is not navigable and is used for fishing (special permission is required).

Mountain lakes in Switzerland

Besides large lakes in Switzerland, it’s worth climbing the mountains at least once to see the real alpine beauties and fabulous mountain lakes. Below you will find a selection of the most beautiful mountain lakes in Switzerland.

It is located an hour and a half walk from the village of Kandersteg. An easy uphill walk with spectacular views of the snow-capped mountain peaks of the Jungfrau-Aletsch region, listed in the canton of Nidwalden

Fuorcla Surlej (2760 meters above sea level), Mond, Val Roseg. Web site

The mountain hotel-restaurant Fuorcla Surlej is located in the vicinity of Silvaplana and ski resort Corvatsch, in one of the most beautiful places in the Engadin region, in the canton of Grisons. From here you have a breathtaking view of the mountain peaks of Piz Bernina (4,049 m) and Piz Roseg (3,937 m).

The hotel is closed from October 10, 2016 until January 31, 2017.
Open: from February 1, 2017 to April 22, 2017, depending on snow conditions. Every day from 8:30.
The number of seats inside is 40, the number of seats outside is 80.

Riffelsee

Riffelsee, Gornergrat, Zermatt

The small lake Riffelsee is located just below the mountain station railway(within 1 station to the top). On a calm day, the snow-capped pyramidal peak of Mount Matterhorn is reflected in the surface of the lake, as if in a mirror.

There are numerous routes from the lake, including.

Wildsee

Absolutely incredible lake Wildsee is located half an hour's walk from top station cable car Pizol. This is a completely cosmic landscape, with black teeth mountain peaks, surrounding a milky blue lake... The fabulous place is part of the popular hiking route “5 Lakes”, where you can go for a walk with a guide, book it, or do it yourself, if this is not your first time. The route is available for walking from June to October.

Today we need to cross the border of Italy and Switzerland and get as close as possible to the beginning of the ascent to San Gotthard pass. Our minimum plan is to get to Bellinzona. There is a campsite there and I have my eye on a place for wild camping. I explained to Peter that the most difficult day would be Wednesday, tomorrow. But in order to save energy for the pass, we need to get to it today. We collected our things, bolted the wheels on our bikes, packed up and started looking for the road to the border. Eat highway, but a little lower down the slope there is a local path where you can climb on a bike. At first we pedaled uphill, and when we reached Bellinzona Street, the descent began. Along the edges of the street there are all sorts of shops, cafes and pizzerias. But many places are still closed. We found an open fruit shop and decided to buy groceries, because we were entering the expensive country of Switzerland. There was also an open cafe nearby, where we decided to drink hot coffee. I asked for cocoa, but there was none and they offered me hot chocolate. A small and cozy cafe, a respectable Italian bartender made us thick, hot and sweet chocolate. They paid 2 euros. He asked for a glass of water to wash it down. Grazia, Italy, we will come again someday.

They passed the border unnoticed. Not in the sense that we disguised ourselves and slipped through all the cardons unnoticed. At the border, which looks like two arches on the same street, two police officers stand and randomly check vans. Cars simply slow down at the STOP sign. And bicycles pass through the greenery. We smiled at the police, they smiled at us. We didn’t even understand whether they were Italian officers of the law or Swiss ones. Here we are in Switzerland. You need to check the map and find the correct exit from the city of Chiasso. The correct exit was a climb again, where, however, there was an excellent view from above of the city and the railway tracks.

Last night I discovered a problem with electronic devices. I tried to charge my Garmin tracker, which I use to track kilometers traveled, but it refused to charge. Most likely, while getting ready, I took the first USB cable I came across. It was from an external hard drive and is only suitable for data transfer, not charging. The problem is that Garmin charges from a mini-USB connector, when most devices around the world charge from micro-USB. We asked around for a wire or charger at a couple of cell phone stores, but they didn't have such a product. We were advised to stop by the large MediaMarkt in Lugano. Apparently we will do just that.

At the entrance to Lake Lugano the road goes along the shore. There are other cyclists coming towards us and there are many of them here. Most are on highways. When we were approaching the bridge, two guys in Astana uniform drove by on the opposite side of the road. Seeing the expressive shnobel, I was stunned. Fabio Aru himself drove towards us. This face cannot be confused with any other. Cool, I don’t really want to wash my eyes.

According to the route legend on the website veloland.ch, our path should have gone straight, but I determined from the map that we could take a noticeable shortcut and immediately enter Lugano. Therefore, after the bridge we turned right and drove uphill, along the road along the railway tracks. It was another climb, but we were preparing for it. Peter walks hard up the mountain, but doesn’t fall far behind.

We are entering Lugano. We are recruiting drinking water at the fountain, took a ride along the embankment and went to look for the Shopping Center to buy wires. I had to spend money at the store - I bought Hama wire (gold-plated). Damn, now I have a real Hama USB lanyard for 17 CHF. What's so unique about it? Are the bytes transmitted using a high-quality tube method? On weekdays in mall few people. I notice a man sitting in a chair who looks damn similar to Eric Clapton. There's also a guitar on a T-shirt. Either I'm very lucky to meet celebrities, or this is his very good double.

It's one o'clock in the afternoon, the heat is beginning. We bought some cold cokes and had a little lunch. We finished the fruit and gnawed on the nuts. At the same time, we turned down the wi-fi. Then we left Lugano and now our path leads to Belinzona.

After driving about ten kilometers through open terrain, the bike path turned into the forest. I took advantage of the moment and decided to take a nap in the shade for 20 minutes. In this heat, even water can’t help. The body is heated to the maximum and any infused liquid simply instantly evaporates through the skin. I try to sleep for 20-30 minutes in the hottest weather. We spread the cellophane from the bike and pass out for half an hour. Mountain bikers sometimes pass by.

Here I should explain that there are differences between bicycle signs. We haven’t realized this yet, but it seems like we’ve never gotten lost. The whole of Switzerland is criss-crossed by bike paths, mountain bike trails, roller skating trails and hiking. So the roads for mountain bikes and road bikes sometimes diverge. And if you were driving along an ordinary road, and then you saw a sign with a jumping bike, then do not rush to turn where it points. Perhaps this will be a separate detour for owners of piston forks and wide tires.

Leaving the forest, we passed a gas station; there was even an opportunity to charge Tesla electric vehicles. And then the descent began. Yes, so steep and with turns that my hands hurt from frantically holding the steering wheel. The descent was along an ordinary road where cars and large trucks travel. It was scary to move out. While we were rushing down the mountain, a couple of cyclists rode towards us. One didn’t seem to be heavily loaded, and the second was slowly rolling uphill with front and rear bike bags. What do people take with them?

We drove into a valley between the mountains. So we completed the program, at least reaching Bellinzona. And the time is about 4 days. We did not enter the city itself, since the path leads separately through the fields. Sometimes the smells of greenery mixed with fried food from the surrounding area evoke associations with Asia. The rich colors of the fields here are exactly the same.

Rolling through small towns. We can already see snow-capped peaks ahead, but they are far away. Treason arises inside - what if we have to climb these very mountains tomorrow. Sometimes, in order to capture a good shot, you have to choose a position so that power lines do not get into the lens.

Many waterfalls and streams flow down the mountain slopes. And often there is a small hydroelectric power station nearby.

In Byasco we stopped at the supermarket and bought soda, buns and apples. We drove through the fields and without any climbs to the town of Giornico. On the way we met a couple from Germany - my aunt and uncle were traveling from St. Gotthard. They were wearing jackets, so I asked them how cold it was at the pass. They replied: “It’s very cold, especially when you go down.” And then my aunt finished me off with the phrase that on our side the climb to the pass was much more difficult. Great! Now I will worry even more about getting up tomorrow and won’t sleep at night.

Later we met another bike traveler. A young guy from Vancouver, Canada. It's amazing, a guy from another continent flew in to ride around Europe. He also confirmed to us that it was on the Dubak pass. We wished each other good luck, although I forgot to talk to him about hockey.

It's already half past seven. The nearest campsite is 15 kilometers away. We cross the river, take photos, and a new ascent begins. There are few cars on the road anymore, the sun doesn’t reach here and the sky is getting darker. At the beginning of the ninth I decide to look for a place for a wild camp. We find an exit from the road that leads up the hill. We climb through the barrier, then through very thorny bushes and along the path we find ourselves on a clear plateau. We are surrounded by bushes and no one will disturb us. We set up a tent and have dinner with whatever is left. The place looks like it was planned for the construction of a house. There are even several concrete slabs above the foundation pit. But the owner changed his mind about living here and the site came in handy for tourists like us.

Those bushes through which we made our way were Zapodlyansky with long thorns. I had to check both bikes for punctures. I carried the bike on my shoulder, so my tires were clean. And Petka found one thorn in his wheel. I had to fish it out with my fingernails. The tire does not go flat, but if you continue to drive with such a spike, it will slowly sink deeper into the rubber until it does its vile deed. It took about ten minutes to get it out. Peter writes a text message home with the text that we are going to bed in an illegal place. He grabbed his hand in time. “Please think about what you write. Do you want your mother to stay up all night wondering what this illegal place is? Write to her that you set up a tent in the bushes by the road.” Me too, an illegal immigrant was found. We sent a message and went to bed.

Two tracks were completed in a day. Before I bought a charging cable in Lugano. And the way from Lugano. In total we drove 116 km.

On November 30, Switzerland will hold a referendum on sharply limiting immigration into the country. Reuters photographer Denis Balibouse did not wait for this date and not long ago walked along the border of Switzerland with France, Italy, Germany and Austria.

On November 30, the Swiss will vote in a referendum to limit immigration into the country to 0.2% of the population, or 16,000 people per year. In 2013, net migration was five times higher, at 82,800, according to national statistics.

1. Military reconstruction at the place where Germany, France and Switzerland met in 1914. Ahead is a sign of the Western Front during. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse).

2. A Swiss plane was seen at Cointrin airport on the border with France, April 28, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

4. Saut du Doubs waterfall, on the border between Switzerland (left) and France (right), April 23, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

5. Border between Liechtenstein (back) and Switzerland, May 14, 2014. Also see "". (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

6. Theme park dinosaurs on the border of France (front) and Switzerland, April 24, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

7. A pillar on the ridge that separates Switzerland (left) and Italy (right), Monte Generoso, May 11, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

8. Sign marking the border between France (back) and Switzerland (front), April 22, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

9. Swiss border guards on the border between Italy and Switzerland, May 12, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

10. Stalagmites in a cave on the border of France and Switzerland, April 24, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

11. A ship sailing from Lake Geneva to Lake Leman on the border between Switzerland and France near Lausanne, May 8, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

12. A stone in front of a dam marking the border between Italy and Switzerland in Zernez, May 13, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

13. The border between Italy and Switzerland in Zernez runs along the dam, May 13, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

14. The border of three countries on the Rhine River - France (left), Switzerland (where the sculpture is) and Germany, April 30, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

15. A lizard on the border between Italy (back) and Switzerland (front) in Santa Margherita, May 12, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

Climbers scale a glacier between Switzerland (right) and Italy (left) in the famous alpine resort of Zermatt on August 4, 2014. It is among the most prestigious year-round resorts world, located at an altitude of 1620 m. (Photo by Reuters | Denis Balibouse):

17. Border between Italy and Switzerland in Zernez, May 13, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

18. Border in the forest between France (front) and Switzerland (back) in the Vallée de Joux, April 9, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

19. The border on the ridge separating Switzerland (left) and Italy (right) in Monte Generoso, May 11, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

20. Climbers on the border between Switzerland (left) and Italy (right) in the Alpine resort of Zermatt, August 4, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse):

22. The border at an altitude of 4,164 meters between Switzerland (left) and Italy (right) in the Alpine resort of Zermatt, August 4, 2014. (Reuters Photo | Denis Balibouse).

A small selection of colorful cozy restaurants, most of which are family businesses, which can be felt in the service, atmosphere, and taste) Geography of location - lakes Maggiore and Lugano at the intersection of Italy and Switzerland, in no way inferior in beauty to their neighbor - Lake Como. And a little about Como too)

Lake Lugano

Grotto della Salute

Located in the hills just above the city of Lugano itself. Typical Italian menu, delicious homemade pasta, broth with tiny ravioli and a huge Milanese schnitzel. There is also a cozy courtyard with tables under the canopy of an ancient and huge plane tree. And lanterns that create a wonderful atmosphere)

Da Candida

Chef's Restaurant - Bernard Fournier, marked with one Michelin star. Located on a piece of Italian land inside Switzerland - the Campione D’Italia enclave. The cuisine is French with a representative dish - frog legs. In fact, this is the only restaurant in the entire enclave, the rest are just cafes. But on a beautiful embankment.

La Posta

High above the city of Lugano, at the very top lies the very colorful village of Carona, which surprised you with its ancient buildings with elaborate frescoes, medieval courtyards and an ancient church.

The town clearly has an active social life - it has a cozy restaurant La Sosta in the picturesque little hotel Villa Carona, and next door there is a family restaurant La Posta in the old post office.

It is so family-friendly that there is only one single family to serve the entire kitchen and serve all three halls, so be prepared to wait a long time and be patient. To choose a wine, you will not be given a wine list, but will be sent to rummage through the wine cellar and select any wine directly from the shelf.

Molino Del Torchio

And this restaurant is right in the building of the old mill - the wheel was left working and still rotating, for the sake of color, of course) The restaurant is located almost in the forest in a clearing - hidden in large flowering trees, which is incredibly beautiful for holding large events. The menu includes game, homemade pasta and onion soup in bread, which is baked on the spot.

La Locanda Del Notaio

High in the mountains, deep in the forest. Secluded hotel, with a beautiful restaurant overlooking a lawn with a small pond and a sculpture in the form of a dinosaur skeleton. It's run by one of the youngest starred chefs. Extraordinary, tasty and beautiful)

Lake Maggiore

Da Nani Aerodromo

Also a family restaurant, inside a very dilapidated garden, touching with its unkemptness and neglect. From this courtyard there is a view directly to the old runway, which is no longer in use, and people run and ride on it different types plastic transport of flocks of children.

The cuisine has hints of something Portuguese. The chicken is very tasty - obviously from its own chicken coop, since they bring with the chicken a piece of paper on which it is written serial number eaten chicken.

Ristorante Easy

One of the many establishments of the large Seven chain, on the waterfront of the city of Ascona, where most of their places are concentrated (hotel, wine bar, etc.). Delicious pizza, wood-burning oven, slightly alpine design (with a wooden frame). The restaurant, of course, is a little out of the concept of this collection. family restaurants, but strongly deserves attention. And the most important advantage of this restaurant is that you can eat there all day long! That is, they do not close from 14:00 to 18:00, like everyone else, leaving Eastern European tourists who do not limit themselves to eating time, to go hungry)

The pizza menu is divided into white pizzas, red (with tomato sauce) and closed calzones - they are my favorite!