Piazza Grande

Piazza Grande

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The long arcaded square that becomes the open-air film festival each August.

How to reach it

About 5 min walk from Locarno station. Arrive in Locarno via RE · 25m.

From the station: 5 min · 0.4 km
Rail pass: Swiss Travel Pass
Tickets: Free to visit

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More to see in Locarno

Cardada-Cimetta Cable Car

Cardada-Cimetta Cable Car

A two-stage lift to ridgeline views over Lake Maggiore.

Madonna del Sasso

Madonna del Sasso

A hilltop pilgrimage church above the lake, reached by funicular.

Castello Visconteo

Castello Visconteo

A lakeside castle housing Roman glass dug from the surrounding hills.

Other stops on the Gotthard Panorama to Ticino

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Piazza Grande from Locarno station?: About 5 min walk from Locarno station. Arrive in Locarno via RE · 25m.
Is Piazza Grande covered by the Swiss Travel Pass?: The train journey to Locarno is fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass. Entry to Piazza Grande is free.
What else is there to see near Piazza Grande?: Other sights in Locarno include Cardada-Cimetta Cable Car, Madonna del Sasso, Castello Visconteo.

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