Why we love it...
- Historic and geographic heart of Switzerland
- Breathtaking Lake Lucerne
- Medieval city of Lucerne
It's perfect for...
- Golf - 7 courses within 45mins of Lucerne
- Sightseeing and steamer trips on the lake
- Endless walking possibilities in the mountains
Breathtaking scenery, limitless excursion possibilities, picturesque lakeside villages and the famous town of Lucerne itself - few destinations can match the appeal of the "Vierwaldstättersee" (Lake of the Four Forest Cantons).
Choose a relaxing holiday with lakeside lidos, flower decked promenades and parks, or experience a more active stay exploring the surrounding area. Lake Lucerne features the world's largest fleet of paddle steamers on an inland lake and their long tradition offers a relaxing way of getting about, as they ply their way between the lakeside villages.
The area is steeped in history and legend, from the foundation of the Swiss Confederation back in 1291 to the William Tell story. The mountains and meadows that surround the lake are fabulous walking country. There are many cable cars and mountain railways to take you up to the prepared walking trails high in the Alpine meadows.
Lake Lucerne Top HighlightsBookings for
some of the following excursions can be made in resort by your local
Swiss Travel Service representative.The following prices are based on
travel from Lucerne and will vary from other resorts.
Mount PilatusA fascinating round trip to the highest peak
on Lake Lucerne. Firstly by boat to Alpnachstad and then by the
world's steepest cogwheel railway to the summit at 2070m, where there
is a large terrace and restaurant. Take the cable car and then gondolas
for the spectacular descent to Kriens and the local bus back to Lucerne.
Approx CHF55 per person with Half Fare Card.
Mount RigiTake
the lake steamer to Vitznau and mountain railway to the summit. At
1800m you have an incredible panorama. For the return journey you come
down by railway to Rigi Kaltbad from where a cable car will bring you
back down to Weggis. From Weggis take the steamer back to Lucerne.
There are great well marked walks for all ages throughout the year.
Approx CHF63 per person with Half Fare Card.
Mount TitlisTowering over Engelberg at 3239m this is the
highest peak of Central Switzerland. Mountain railway from Lucerne too
Engelberg and then gondolas, a cable car over the Titlis glacier to the summit.
Approx CHF65 per person with Half Fare Card.
The StanserhornTake the boat to Stansstad and then train
to Stans. Ride the vintage funicular (built in 1893) and the cable car
to 1898m for an overwhelming panoramic view over 100km of mountains and
ten lakes. There is a revolving restaurant by the top cable car station.
Approx CHF52 per person with Half Fare Card.
BurgenstockTake
the boat to Kehrsiten and then the funicular to Burgenstock and then
walk along the 45 minute cliff walk to the Hammetschwand glass lift to
ascend vertically up the mountainside.
Approx CHF24 per person with Half Fare Card.
William's Tell Chapel & SchillersteinThe chapel built to honor the memory of Switzerland's favourite hero is on the shore of Lake Uri (part of Lake Lucerne). Nearby is the Schillerstein, a natural rock formation which is dedicated to William Tell's creator, Friederich Schiller.
Lake Steamers and Boats
The paddle steamers and boats operate a regular timetable from Lucerne, Weggis and Vitznau. A full day cruise on the lake allowing as many stops as you like.
All prices are in Swiss Francs, and are based on 2010 rates which may be subject to change.
The great town of Lucerne is a picture perfect medieval lakeside resort.
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Located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, Weggis & Vitznau are two picturesque lakeside villages steep
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