ASCONA JAZZ FESTIVAL

ASCONA JAZZ FESTIVAL MUSIC IN A SPECTACULAR SCENARY

The Ascona Jazz Festival is dedicated to classic jazz and New Orleans style music. If you are in Ascona or region during the third week of June make sure not to miss this fantastic event.

This festival attracts an informed and enthusiastic audience from all over the world who appreciate the exquisiteness of the program. Exceptional productions are put on for the occasion.

Close contact between audience and musicians creates a relaxed intimate atmosphere with spectacular Lake Maggiore and mountains as a backdrop.

A beautiful friendly concerts, on the lake shore attract a multitude of people from all over.

These beautiful friendly concerts, on the lake shore attract a multitude of people from all over. We fell madly in love with this festival because the centre of Ascona is transformed in one big open air stage, all dedicated to Jazz Music, creating a unique and spirited atmosphere.

USEFUL INFORMATION

The Ascona Jazz Festival is usually on during the third week of June. Entrance to the Festival is free during the week but it is payable at the weekend.

Due to lack of parking in the centre, it is possible to park at the Ascona aerodrome which is well serviced by public shuttle busses.

CLOSE TO OUR HEARTS

"The numerous Jam Sessions where musicians and different bands play together spontaneously for the public."

WHAT TO VISIT IN ASCONA AND IN THE NEARBY REGION

IN THE VILLAGE:

1. Enjoy an aperitif at the many bars on the famous boardwalk of Ascona.

2. Lose yourself in the captivating alleyways of the old town.

3. Trek along the panoramic route connecting Monte Verita' to Ronco, over Ascona.

4. Relax at the Ascona lido.

IN THE NEARBY REGION:

1. Book an excursion to Brissago island by boat.

2. Take a day trip to the Maggia and Verzasca valleys.

3. Visit the Unesco heritage site at Bellinzona’s castles.

4. Discover the Cardada day trip.

5. Drive on the panoramic road of the Maggiore lake.

6. Visit Arona, Stresa and the Borromean islands.

WHERE TO SLEEP IN ASCONA - HOTELS, B&B, APARTMENTS

Ascona offers a large number of hotels and holiday houses. It is possible to find an accomodation in the town or in the panoramic villages of the lake.

Thanks to pictures, facilities informations and reviews, You can check easly the availability of Hotels, B&B and Holiday Houses in Ascona and book the best solution for You, using this link:

BOOKING - HOTELS B&B HOLIDAY HOUSES IN ASCONA

HOW TO GET TO ASCONA

Ascona is located on the north side of Maggiore lake. It is well connected and accessible by pubblic transport and with the boat service of the lake.

If you arrive by car, we strongly advise that you leave the car in the convenient car park at the far end of the lake promenade or at the nursery school, under the Coop supermarket. To best visit the valley, consider hiring a car or scooter.

FLIGHT CONNECTIONS: Check here for your flight on:

ZHR - Zurich airport 2,30h

BSL - Basel airport 3,00h

MXP - Milan Malpensa airport 1,30h

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