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Transportation and Accommodation

The Steger Center is located in the Swiss municipality of Riva San Vitale

Transportation

Zurich Airport

After arriving at Flughafen Zürich (ZRH), the easiest way to travel to Lugano/Riva is by train.

TRAVEL TIME: Approximately 3 hours.

COSTS: The cost for train fare is around 75 Swiss francs.

TRAIN: At the airport follow signs to the train station: Check the online timetable for trains going to Riva San Vitale. Downloading the SBB app is highly recommened. Search for trains for the following:

From: Zürich Flughafen (Airport)

To: Capolago-Riva S. Vitale [Station/Stop]

The Steger Center is located in Riva San Vitale, 15 minutes (on foot) from the train station. 

Milan Malpensa Airport

After arriving at Milano Malpensa (MXP), the easiest way to travel to Lugano and Riva San Vitale is by train.

TRAVEL TIME: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

COST: The cost for train fare is about 25 Swiss francs.

TRAIN: At the airport follow signs to the train station: Check the online timetable for trains going to Riva San Vitale. Downloading the SBB app is highly recommended. Search for trains for the following:

From: Malpensa Aeroporto T1 or Malpensa Aeroporto T2

To: Capolago-Riva S. Vitale [Station/Stop] or the location of your accommodation.

The Steger Center is located in Riva San Vitale, 15 minutes (on foot) from the train station. 

For information on limousine service to and from Milan, consult EC Limousine Service and Lugano Servizi.

Accommodations

Additional Resources

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