Food & Wine Bicycle Tour in the Heart of the Mendrisiotto Discover the Mendrisiotto, the southernmost region of Switzerland and the cradle of a rich food‑and‑wine tradition. This guided bicycle tour takes you through rolling hills, vineyards and picturesque landscapes, with visits to four local wineries and tastings of regional wines paired with typical local specialties. The Mendrisiotto is the most vineyard‑rich area of Ticino and offers a unique terroir, ideal for producing high‑quality wines. During this half‑day tour, suitable for everyone, you will have the chance to meet the winemakers and learn more about their passion up close. At the end of the tour, you may choose to round off the day with a dinner arranged on request in a traditional local grotto, where you can enjoy classic dishes in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Useful Information Groups: min. 8 – max. 30 participants Half‑day tour with visits to four wineries Tasting of local wines Each tasting is paired with zero‑kilometre local products Possibility to organise tailor‑made tours and exclusive dates for a flat additional fee of CHF 100.– Cancellations: refunds available with a minimum notice of 3 days Price: CHF 119.– per person


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  • Difficulty: easy  
  • Meeting time: 13:30  
  • Duration: approx. 5 hours  
  • Distance: 5 km (downhill)  
  • Participants: min. 8 – max. 30  
  • Starting point: Mendrisiottoterroir c/o Borgovecchio SA, Via Sotto Bisio 5, 6828 Balerna  
  • How to get there: Borgovecchio SA can be reached by train (Balerna station) or by car.  
    A large parking area is available.
  • Included: expert guide, bicycle, water, helmet, high‑visibility vest
    Visit to 4 wineries with tasting of regional wines, accompanied by local delicacies from the Mendrisiotto.

  • In case of bad weather: the tour can be carried out by minibus or postponed to another date.

  • On request: with two weeks’ notice, a tailor‑made tour (exclusive dates) can be organized for a flat additional fee of CHF 100.–.