Collegio Papio

Collegio Papio is a school building and architectural complex in Ascona with multiple spaces, including the 200 square-meter Aula Magna that seats 350 people. The grounds feature a subtropical garden and modern equipment such as air conditioning, internet access, and projection and sound systems.

The college was founded in 1585 by the Jesuits and became a center for education and religious training. It has maintained its educational mission and role throughout the centuries that followed.

The college functions as a meeting place where people from different backgrounds come together to study and share ideas. Its multilingual approach shapes daily life and makes it a center where various cultures interact naturally.

The site is easily accessible and offers everything needed for events or classes. With its various facilities and proper setup, visitors can spend time here comfortably for activities or meetings.

The property includes a cloister and a pergola-covered walkway that give the complex a quiet character. These architectural features create intimate spaces for walking and pausing.

Location: Ascona

Inception: 1585

Part of: Church "Santa Maria della Misericordia" and Collegio Papio

Address: Via delle Cappelle 1, Cp 840 - 6612 Ascona

Website: https://collegiopapio.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.15501,8.77087

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:44