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Reka holiday colony Gandria

Quiet holiday homes in a quaint lakeside village

Haus Tamaris via Cantonale 22 , 6978 Gandria, Switzerland
Exterior view in summer - Reka Holiday house Gandria
Unique Reka: Your benefits
  • Special: From 4 nights 1 free for stays from 28.09.-05.10.24
  • Serviced Apartements
  • Ticino Ticket included
  • Direct access to the lake with berth and bathing area for swimmers
  • 2 standup paddles and 1 two-person canoe are available for free use
  • The infrastructure of the Reka holiday village Lugano-Albonago can also be used
Arrival & Duration
2025/07/25 - 2025/08/01
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Overview

The facility

Welcome to your holiday home by the lake
Directly on the lakefront of Lago Ceresio (Lake Lugano) and only ten minutes from Lugano by car, nestles the dreamy little village of Gandria with its winding alleys, steps, courtyards and covered arcades. Anyone looking for peace and quiet and the charms of nostalgia will find a little corner of paradise here. Time seems to have stood still for 100 years. The village is closed for traffic and has preserved the original character of many buildings such as, for example, the 17th-century San Rocco Chapel. At the foot of the Monte Bré, Gandria is the perfect departure point for excursions trips to Lugano and further afield in Ticino, as well as for long days of dolce farniente.

Small but beautiful - our "House Tamaris" is located at the end of the village, on a slope directly below the main road. You reach it via a long, wide flight of steps. The total of 7 holiday apartments offer spacious living areas and plenty of room to feel good for up to 6 people. The modern apartments all have a lake view and are decorated in a bright, Mediterranean style. A pretty overgrown path leads to the house’s own jetty with a small place to sunbathe and private swimming access.   Due to the steep terrain and the depth of the lake, we do not recommend these holiday homes for holidays with small children. 

Are you planning on active holidays? Reka’s holiday resort in Gandria is the perfect is the perfect holiday home for unforgettable excursions. The Lugano region has many well-known mountain vantage points and there are fabulous panoramas to tempt you all over Ticino.  The fashionable resort with its car-free centre and Mediterranean climate has earned itself a reputation as the city of flowers, churches and parks. Whether you’re discovering historical sites, visiting world-renowned events, just enjoying life on the lake promenade or chatting and having a meal at a table on the Piazza – Lugano is always worth the trip!

Everything you need for an enjoyable holiday is here. We look forward to welcoming you; you can even bring your dog.
Book your holiday home today!

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Activities

Mountain biking
Swimming
Hiking
Water sports
Accommodations

Our accommodations

Kitchen with dining area - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type A, Classic Studio

max. 2 persons 26 m²

The classic 1 room studio apartment has 1 living/dining room with 2 single beds, open kitchen, 1...

Combined living and bedroom - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type B, Classic Studio

max. 2 persons 33 m²

The classic1 room studio apartment has 1 living/dining room with 2 single beds, kitchen, 1 bathroom with...

Living room with dining area - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type C, D, Classic, 1 bedroom

max. 4 persons 43-46 m²

The classic 2 room apartment has 1 living/dining room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchen, 1 bedroom...

Soggiorno con zona pranzo - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type E, Classic, 1 bedroom

max. 4 persons 55 m²

The classic 2 room apartment has 1 living room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchen, 1 bedroom...

Soggiorno con zona pranzo - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type G, Classic, 1 bedroom

max. 4 persons 66 m²

The classic 2.5 room apartment has 1 living room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchen, 1 bedroom...

Soggiorno con zona pranzo - Reka Holiday resort Gandria

Type F, Classic, 2 bedrooms

max. 6 persons 56 m²

The classic 3 room apartment has 1 living/dining room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchen, 2 bedrooms with...

Adventures

With Reka you get more

Spring hiking with dog in Ticino

Reka dog holidays

Holiday without your dog? Here he can come along, as in most Reka holiday villages. We prepare everything for the four-legged family member. Find out more and book your dog-friendly flat now!

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Ticino Ticket

Your Ticino Ticket: experience more at a favourable price

Take the mountain railway to the summit, a tour on the lake, a visit to the falconry, many museums, a day of swimming in the Lido, the whole of Switzerland on a scale of 1:25 in the Swissminiatur ... all this and more is available at a discount as a Reka guest, and public transport is even free.

Stand up Paddle

Relaxing moments on the lake

Our holiday guests have free use of two stand-up paddles and a two-man canoe.

Experiences

Sentiero-di-Gandria

Sentiero di Gandria

The Sentiero di Gandria is a hiking trail that leads from Gandria to Lugano. It is about 2.5 kilometres long and offers beautiful views of the lake and the surrounding landscape. Peace and quiet characterise this hike, passing flowers and typical Mediterranean shrubs. A branch off from the main path leads to the olive park with centenary trees and educational panels presenting its history and special features.

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Swiss customs museum

The Swiss Customs Museum is to be found in an old border guard post, directly on the banks of the lake only a few metres away from the Swiss-Italian border. A visit to the museum may be ideally combined with a walk through the picturesque surroundings or a meal in one of the nearby caves where you can enjoy the best Ticino fare. There are also picnic areas alongside the museum.

Monte Brè _ Schweiz Tourismus

Monte Brè

It's worth making the trip here just for the views of the city and Lake Lugano. Funicular railways run in two sections from the edge of Lugano to Monte Brè, the scenic mountain above the lake basin and the vibrant city. Descents down to Lugano or the lake, always via the Brè village, are in part pretty steep, as are the nature and archaeological trail to Gandria.

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Lido di Lugano

Like the old bathing huts, it was originally built in homely wood: The "Lido di Lugano" bathing establishment on the shores of Lake Lugano. The large bathing complex was later supplemented by a modern outdoor pool with an Olympic pool and 10-metre diving platform. Today, the baths have two parts: a sporty, lively swimming pool and a cosy lido that is more geared towards relaxation and leisure. The beautifully renovated lido has also succeeded in largely preserving the charm of the old Lido.

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What our clients say

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Location & directions
About the location

Your holiday accommodation in Gandria

Gandria is on the eastern bank of Lake Lugano and at the foot of the Monte Brè. Its winding alleyways and picturesque location makes this former Ticinese fishing village an extremely popular destination with tourists.

On the opposite side of the lake, only accessible by boat, are the Cantine di Gandria, the community wine cellars. Not far is the Swiss Smuggler Museum!

A comprehensive sports and leisure offer awaits you as well as shopping possibilities in Lugano which is only 6 km away. For excursions and shopping a car is recommended. There is only a small shop in Gandria with a small selection of products.

About the region

Hikers, cyclists, bike racing buffs, golfers, yachtswomen, gourmets, racing drivers, nature enthusiasts and culture lovers … Ticino brings a smile to everybody’s face! Favourite destinations in the Sopraceneri region are the southern foothills of the Alps, the medieval castles in Bellinzona, Locarno with the international film festival, the markets in neighbouring Italy and the romantic Maggia and Verzasca valleys. The Sottoceneri region around fashionable Lugano offers lakes and mountains, culture, first-class musical events, culinary highlights as well as great shopping opportunities. The southern part of the canton is particularly interesting for anyone looking for the perfect combination of urbanity and nature. 

Ticino attracts visitors with its southern charm and sub-tropical vegetation unique to these parts.  In Switzerland’s “sun lounge” you’ll enjoy the particularly mild climate from spring right through until late autumn.