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Casa Fridtjof Nansen

◍ Arcegno, Ticino
beds
15
rooms
4
Meals
Self-catering
Type
Group house

About the house

Casa Fridtjof Nansen – Your group accommodation at Campo Pestalozzi The Casa Fridtjof Nansen at Campo Pestalozzi in Arcegno (Ticino) is the ideal group accommodation for school classes, youth groups and small clubs. The house sleeps up to 17 guests: two dormitories with six beds each, one smaller dormitory with three beds and one leader’s room with two beds. Facilities include toilets and washrooms with hot and cold water. The leader’s room also has its own wash area. An inviting dining and common room provides space for shared meals and activities. For catering you can choose between full board, half board or self-catering with access to Kitchen 5. Thanks to its quiet green setting and proximity to Locarno, Ascona and Lake Maggiore, Casa Fridtjof Nansen is the perfect base camp for camps, excursions and holidays in Ticino.

Amenities

Rooms (3)
  • 9 beds
Halls & rooms (1)
  • Lounge · 40 m² · up to 15 ppl
Kitchen
  • 15 tableware sets
Other equipment
  • Non-smoking
  • Playground
  • Football

Availability

available partially booked booked Public holiday (CH) cantonal holiday

Days without an entry are considered free. Only the enquiry to the host is binding.

Getting there

Public transport: SBB to Locarno, then FART bus (line 314 Locarno – Ronco s.A.). Group transport must be booked in advance with FART SA, Via Franzoni 1, 6600 Locarno, Tel. +41 91 756 04 00, fart@centovalli.ch. Car: Exit motorway at Bellinzona South towards Locarno, take the bypass tunnel, then the second exit Losone – Arcegno. At the church, follow the sign «Campo Pestalozzi». Coaches: Detour from the church via Via Bedruscio – Via Selva – Via Campo dell’Orto – Via Pestalozzi.

Map

Host

D
Daniel Lustenberger and his team
The Campo is run by the Campo Enrico Pestalozzi Foundation, neutral in politics and religion. Its mission is to offer children, young people, schools, associations and families a simple and affordable accommodation that fosters community, nature and shared experiences. The houses are deliberately simple and functional, adapted to the needs of youth camps. A dedicated team ensures you feel welcome and your stay is unforgettable.