Otto Fischbach SA Panetteria in Castel San Pietro

Dear Christof, as always a great culinary and wine experience. Exceptional!

Great idea from the Migros Cooperative Association, operator of the cog railway to Monte Generoso, which has existed since 1890, on nice weekends and public holidays, even in winter. Today was a great day with distant views from the Ligurian Apennines over Monte Viso near Turin to the Graubünden mountains. Such a distant view can probably only be experienced in winter. On the outward journey from Zurich to Lugano we were lucky enough to catch a train that was exceptionally traveling through the Gotthard Base Tunnel, which is currently closed to passenger trains. Overall, a very successful and recommendable day trip from Lake Zurich. The new building by star architect Mario Botta is very successful and the food in the self-service restaurant was impeccable. The kitchen and service staff were all very friendly and accommodating. On the way up the mountain in the morning with the first train, they pointed out chamois next to the railway line. A visit to the summit (ascent 90 meters in altitude, 15 minutes) is highly recommended, but only if the path is ice-free. Surefootedness and good footwear are required. Sticks and shoe spikes are highly recommended. There are various descent options on foot: 1. Monte Generoso to Bella Vista: descent 400 meters in altitude, 1 hour 2. Monte Generoso San Nicoloa: Descent 900 meters in altitude, 2 hours 3. Monte Generoso to Roncapiano, bus stop: descent 630 meters in altitude, approx. 1 hour 15

Warm atmosphere, delicious food! Ideal location by the water for a holiday meal! Thank you for your friendly welcome!

Place to visit with friends and eat well.

I ate at the Grotto Loverciano a few weeks ago at noon. I was very struck by the beauty of the place, rustic and welcoming at the same time. The staff introduced themselves kindly and the (interesting) dishes we tasted were particularly good. Unfortunately, I didn't take any photos that day.