Fronalpstock or Rigi for Lake Lucerne views, Sept

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Topher is planning a trip to Switzerland in September and wants to know whether to hike from Rigi Kulm to Rigi Kaltbad or take the views from Fronalpstock/Klingenstock above Stoos. With only a few days to explore, he’s looking for the best advice on which option offers the most stunning views of Lake Luzern.

Key takeaways:

If you have a Swiss Travel Pass or a Saver Day Pass, you can travel to Rigi Kulm for free, making it a great option.
The ride to Fronalpstock offers a memorable experience with exceptional views, so consider this if you want adventure.
Check the mountaintop weather cams before heading out, as it can be sunny at the peaks even when it's raining in Luzern.

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Anonymous
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7 January 2023 at 4:50:47 #828849

Want to see great views of Lake Luzern from someplace up high in the mountains and I’m wondering which views are better: Those along the hike from Rigi Kulm to Rigi Kaltbad; or the views from Fronalpstock/Klingenstock above Stoos? Have a limited number of days for an anticipated September trip, so probably have to choose between one of these two.

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Anna
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Reply 1 of 7 • 7 January 2023 at 6:48:58 #949453

Hi Topher,

Welcome to MySwissAlps.

If you have a Swiss Travel Pass or a Saver Day Pass, a trip to Rigi right to the very top is fully covered. These passes also offer free train trips up to Stoos. From Stoos to Fronalpstock or Klingenstock, you need additional tickets to use the chairlifts.

Both mountain tops offer excellent views of Lake Lucerne. I think if you’re looking for something memorable and adventurous I recommend the charlifts to Fronalpstock. Stoos is a small village and riding the rotating funicular also makes for a unique experience.

Regards,

Anna

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EASW
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Reply 2 of 7 • 8 January 2023 at 16:50:39 #949454

I have not experienced the views from Fronalpstock, but the views of Lake Lucerne from the trails on Rigi are absolutely stunning.
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Arno
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Reply 3 of 7 • 10 January 2023 at 8:14:24 #949455

Thanks for your input EASW! That’s a great picture.

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Reply 4 of 7 • 12 January 2023 at 17:09:04 #949456

Hi Tropher

Personally, I would prefer the view from Fronalpstock! However, the view from Pilatus is also absolutely brilliant and should be included in the selection.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4m5W_hSdwZI

Martin

Anna
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Reply 5 of 7 • 13 January 2023 at 10:03:00 #949457

Hi Martin,

Thanks for sharing your video. the view is indeed beautiful.

Regards,

Anna

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Reply 6 of 7 • 13 January 2023 at 16:35:30 #949458

Topher – Be sure to check the mountaintop weather cams before you head out. We’ve encountered rainy weather in Luzern but clear weather at the top of Pilatus, Stans, and other nearby locations. Of course, that usually blocks the lake view, but is scenic in a different way with the high peaks emerging from a sea of clouds.

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Reply 7 of 7 • 15 January 2023 at 10:57:08 #949459

Hi Anna

Thank you! Yes, it was a great day with magnificent distant view 🙂

Have a nice Sunday!

Martin