Isole di Brissago

If you have the time, this is a beautiful island with easy access via the ferry boats that run up and down Lago Maggiore. The island itself is a botanical garden wonderland! There is a small hotel with a restaurant that has amazing lake views. The architecture and history are incredible. We did eat lunch at the restaurant. We had beef tartar and a Caprice salad. It worked out perfectly for a light lunch. We did walk the whole garden area. You can do everything, including lunch, in about 2 to 2 1/2 hours. It really depends on how busy the restaurant is. As we were leaving, we heard the staff telling people it would be a 45 min wait for a table. If you are bringing kids, they have a couple of fun scavenger hunts for them.

It is such tranquil setting.. the place is very spacious and beautiful landscape.

Very beautiful and well worth a visit. So many various plants and trees. Videos are actually from the adjacent Piccolo Island assessable by a small floating bridge.

This island is accessible by a quick boat ride from Ascona or Brissago, Isole di Brissago is a must-visit for nature lovers who don’t mind a bit of mystery mingling with their scenic beauty. The views from Isola Grande are breathtaking, with scenic backdrops of the Alps and shimmering lake waters that look especially mesmerizing in the early morning or late afternoon. Walking through, you may stumble upon an swing hanging by the lake shore, gently swaying as if touched by an unseen hand. This secluded spot is as beautiful as it is haunting, offering quiet, panoramic views of Lake Maggiore and the surrounding mountains.

nice place for photographers, great flora. sweet island, well organized, accessible restrooms, place to rest, place to eat (overpriced restaurant). but no swimming!

Beautiful Island on the Swiss side of Lago Maggiore.

Nice outing for an idylic day in Locarno. Restaurant has good food.

Great tour for adults and kids, boat from Ascona and a treasure hunt for our 6 year old

Came here at the recommendation of a friend living in Zurich. Such a wonderful experience. The small island is a short boat ride from Locarno (also a short boat ride from Ascona). Entrance fee was small (about 8CHF). But wow, what a view! And the flowers! Heavenly. The smell of Jasmine was everywhere. Loved the flowers from around the globe, the Roman "bath" and the Bamboo garden. Very easy to spend an entire day here. A must visit, especially if you like nature, flowers, spectacular views, and the outdoors.