🇨🇭Sakura Meets Snow-Capped Peaks — A Slice of Japan in Switzerland

#cherryblossom25 Ascona, Ticino | Cherry Blossoms with an Alpine Twist Imagine standing on a quiet cherry blossom-lined street, delicate pink petals fluttering in the wind — and just beyond, snow-dusted mountains rising in the distance. That’s the surreal beauty of Viale Monte Verità in Ascona, a hidden gem in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland. 🌸 What Makes It Special? Unlike typical European sakura spots, this one offers a rare and stunning contrast between vibrant spring blooms and snow-covered Alpine peaks. It’s one of the few places outside Japan where you can witness such a magical pairing — the only other time I experienced this was in Fujinomiya, Japan. 📍 Location: Viale Monte Verità, Ascona, Ticino, Switzerland 🚞 How to Get There: • Take a train to Locarno, then transfer to a local bus headed to Ascona, Centro. 📅 Bloom Report (as of 28 March 2025): • Pink cherry blossoms: Already entering “sakura snow” stage — petals falling gently, about 50% dropped • White cherry blossoms: Full bloom — ideal for viewing • Magnolias: Pink ones are perfect now; white magnolias and camellias are past their peak 🌸 Tip: Catch it early in the morning for the softest light and least crowds. It’s a photographer’s dream — sakura foreground, snow mountains behind.