Even though winter months might be less busy, the mild climate still makes Ascona tempting to visitors from northern regions and countries. Some of the hotels are open throughout the year, therefore people can still enjoy spending some days here under blue sky and glittering sunshine. At noon, visitors can undertake various wonderful walks through the town and its surroundings. The uniquely coloured traditional buildings together with the splendid Christmas illumination every December, add an extra brightness to the area and give winter a significant touch of warmth.

In addition to its 5.000 population, there are many people from abroad who own a second property, some of which are regularly occupied during winter.