Blenio Valley

This is the Blenio Valley

The Blenio Valley is located in southern Switzerland in the Region Ticino. The valley is known for its diverse landscape, traditional villages, and rich cultural heritage.

Discover the Blenio Valley

Start your visit in Biasca with a detour to the Romanesque church of San Pietro. Follow the valley road towards Olivone and discover pretty villages such as Lottigna and Aquila along the way. The Lukmanier Pass road takes you up to alpine heights with spectacular views. Dry stone walls, terraced fields and typical stone roofs accompany you everywhere.

Romanesque churches and traditions

The Blenio Valley is home to some of the most important Romanesque churches in Ticino. The churches in Negrentino, Olivone, and Ponto Valentino are particularly worth seeing. These buildings not only tell of religious history, but also of the cultural heritage of the region. Festivals, International Market Relations, and museums allow you to immerse yourself in the traditional life of the valley's inhabitants.

Hiking and experiencing nature

The valley is a hiker's paradise. Circular trails lead through chestnut forests and to idyllic mountain lakes such as the Laghetto dei Cadabi. A variety of hiking routes bring you closer to the area.

Around the Blenio Valley

Other valleys such as Val di Campo and the sunny Valle Malvaglia are also worth a visit. A trip to the nature reserve of the Greina plateau is particularly recommended for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.

Experience the Blenio Valley for less

With the Ticino Ticket, you can travel free of charge on all public transport throughout the canton of Ticino. You also receive discounts on museum admissions and cable cars and mountain railways.