Airolo
Airolo is a municipality in the district of Leventina in the canton of Ticino, Switzerland. It lies in the Gotthard region at the southern end of the Gotthard Pass and sits in an alpine valley that is part of the Gotthard transport corridor. The municipality includes the village of Airolo and several smaller localities, with terrain characterized by mountains, forests and pastures.
The population is Italian-speaking, reflecting Ticino’s linguistic and cultural profile. The local economy has historic roots
Historically, Airolo has functioned as a waypoint for travelers and merchants crossing the Alps, and its location
Transport and accessibility are central to Airolo’s role in the region. The town is served by a