Fox Town Outlet Mendrisio (cross-border guide)

Fox Town Outlet Mendrisio — free tools and expert guides for cross-border workers (frontalieri) between Switzerland and Italy. Compare salaries, tax, LAMal health insurance, pensions, and cost of living in Ticino. Updated 2026.

Fox Town Mendrisio: Switzerland's largest luxury outlet

Fox Town Factory Stores is Switzerland's largest luxury outlet, opened in 1995 in Mendrisio (Canton Ticino) and today among Europe's most visited shopping destinations with over 3 million visitors a year. Located at Via Angelo Maspoli 18, 6850 Mendrisio, just 3 km from the Italian border crossing of Chiasso-Brogeda, it is easily reachable from Como (25 km), Varese (30 km), Milan (60 km) and Lugano (20 km). The structure extends over three floors with over 160 boutiques, 15 restaurants and cafés, an in-house casino, a kids area, and multilingual concierge services.

Luxury brands and permanent discounts

Fox Town hosts the most prestigious international fashion brands at 30-70% off city retail prices: Gucci, Prada, Burberry, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta, Moncler, Tod's, Versace, Balenciaga, Valentino, Fendi, Salvatore Ferragamo, Saint Laurent and many others. During sales periods (January and July) and on two-season-old collections, discounts can reach 90%.

Opening hours and how to get there

Open every day of the year from 11:00 to 19:00, including Sundays and public holidays. Only closures: 25 December (Christmas) and 1 January morning. Free parking with 2,500 spaces. By train: Mendrisio San Martino station (TILO line) 800 m away with free shuttle every 15 minutes. Milan Malpensa Airport 70 km (50 min by car), Lugano Agno Airport 20 km.

All stores accept CHF, EUR and international credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex). Non-Swiss residents can request a Swiss VAT refund (7.7%) on purchases over CHF 300 at the Tax Refund desk near the main entrance. The free Fox Town Privilege Card unlocks extra 5-10% discounts at selected boutiques, access to the Privilege Lounge with WiFi and drinks, and invitations to exclusive events.

Frequently asked questions

What are Fox Town Mendrisio's 2026 opening hours?
Fox Town Outlet Mendrisio is open 11:00-19:00 every day including Sundays and public holidays. On 25 December, 1 January and a few Swiss holidays the outlet is closed: check the official fox-town.com website before visiting.
How many brands are at Fox Town and what discounts can you find?
Fox Town hosts about 160 brands (Gucci, Prada, Armani, Nike, Levi's, Tod's and many more). Typical discounts run 30-70% off the full price, rising to 80% during seasonal sales.
How do you reach Fox Town Mendrisio from Italy?
By car: A9 motorway to Chiasso-Brogeda, then A2 to the Mendrisio exit (5 min from the border). By train: direct from Como S. Giovanni to Mendrisio (25 min) + 10-min walk. Free parking with 1,600 spaces on site.
Do you need a credit card or can you pay in euros at Fox Town?
You can pay in euros, Swiss francs or by card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express). The exchange rate applied is less favourable than the interbank rate, so for large purchases prefer a card with no conversion fees (Revolut, Wise).
Do cross-border workers get special discounts at Fox Town?
Fox Town does not offer a specific cross-border worker programme, but you can request VAT refund (Global Blue / Planet Tax Free) on purchases of CHF 300+, getting back about 7.7% of the price when re-entering Italy.