25th – 26th December in lucerne What can be done?

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A traveler is planning a visit to Lucerne on December 25 and 26 and is curious about the situation during those days. They want to know if shops and restaurants will be open, what the atmosphere will be like, and what activities they can do, especially in the old town area. It’s important to prepare for a quiet experience with limited dining options.

Key takeaways:
  • Most shops and restaurants will be closed in Lucerne on December 25 and 26, so options will be limited.
  • Consider dining at hotel restaurants or fast food options at the train station.
  • The atmosphere will be quite calm, with empty streets during these two days.
  • Boat cruises and visits to nearby mountains are great daytime activities to enjoy.
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  • Anonymous
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    21 September 2017 at 3:05:24 #813316

    Hi,

    We are going to be in Lucerne on the 25th & 26th december.

    1) websites show that all the shops will be closed. So would like to get a clear idea, will all the shops be closed even in old town??

    2) Restaurants: are the restaurants open during these 2 days?

    3) whats the atmosphere like during these 2 days in Lucerne? is it lively or kinda silent, empty streets?

    4) what day activities would you suggest us to do during these 2 days? we also would love to spend at 1 day in the Lucerne old town area and around it…

    Thanks

  • User
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    Reply 1 of 1 • 21 September 2017 at 9:59:11 #870019

    Hi Travelgood,

    Yes, most shops and restaurants will be closed in Lucerne and all Swiss towns on Dec. 25 and 26. It will be very quiet. Your best bet for restaurants will be hotel restaurants mostly (a few others may be open for dinner) and some fast food options at the train station.

    For activities I would look at boat cruises or the various nearby mountains which are open. For a list of activities around Lucerne click here.

    Lucas

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