We just followed the sun today. After 2 weeks of perfect weather, the tide was turning. We checked to see where the sun was shining in Switzerland and it was in the Italian canton of Ticino so we set off to it's largest city: Lugano.
We stayed in Lugano twice for a few days, and I have since sworn it off as a vacation destination. Why? well, it's 100% like being in Italy... so why spend a small fortune to holiday in the Swiss-Italy when I can spend half the price and just go to the Real-Italy!
It's just fine for a day-trip however, and thanks to the Gotthard tunnel it's just a little over 90 minutes from Lucerne with a direct train.
Of course, first thing on the agenda was an Aperol Spritz stop! Did you expect anything less?
We had no plans other than to enjoy the only sunny place in Switzerland.
We started with a walk along the lake.
Then a lunch stop where I had Trofie al Pesto, a dish I have only ever found in Northern Italy. Looks awful, but I love it.
A bit more wandering around the city
And then, the funicular up to Monte Brè for the sweeping view down to the city. Just like when I go up to the Harder Kulm in Interlaken, the views from Monte Brè are always hazy... still, it's beautiful.
We weren't sure if the restaurant would be open since it's getting close to the end of the season, but luckily was so we lingered on the terrasse for a while to enjoy the view....
...and another Spritz. (in a questionable "glass")
By about 6PM or so, we headed back to Lucerne.
We had fixed plans for supper tomorrow night, and I wanted to make sure we squeezed in one more fondue meal on the trip. For many days, we had walked passed a nice place near the water where the terrasse was always full of people eating fondue outside. It was a little too cool for dining al fresco at this time, so we headed inside.
Turned out, the outdoor tables were always full with fondue dinners because they only serve it outside! We were told it was "because of the smell of the cheese". COME ON! A little stink is necessary when having fondue! It's even in the add campaigns!! So screw them!
Perfect atmosphere. Cute, quaint, wood paneled, Swiss according and yodel music softy playing in the background and somehow didn't feel touristy.
Yummy of course, but their particular recipe was just a bit too salty for me. Frank thought it was perfect. No complaints, it was exactly what I wanted for my penultimate supper in Switzerland.
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