Activities in the Lake Lucerne region
These are the attractions we recommend. Hiking trails, cable cars, cogwheel trains and more!
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Golden Pass line
Beautiful scenic train ride from Lucerne via the Bernese Oberland lakes to Montreux.
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Pilatus
Cogwheel train across a spectacular rocky landscape, plus views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.
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Attraction type: Scenic trip;
Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Titlis
Revolving cable car to an altitude of 3032 m. Great views and snow all year round.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Rigi
Cogwheel train and wide views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.
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Attraction type: Scenic trip, By train;
Natural site, Mountain top, By train
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Bürgenstock
This luxurious resort above Lake Lucerne offers hotels, restaurants, fantastic views and the thrilling Hammetschwand lift.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By funicular
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Stanserhorn
Unique open air cable car to a panoramic restaurant at 1850 m.
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Attraction type: Natural site, Mountain top, By cable car
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Escort: independent (no guide)
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Duration: 1 day or less
Voralpen-Express
The Voralpen-Express makes for a relaxing train journey between Central and North-Eastern Switzerland, passing green hills and charming villages.
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Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information.
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Badge of ExcellenceThis activity meets the highest Viator quality standards and is well reviewed by travelers. More information.
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Full Grindelwald-First adventure tour from Lucerne
A comfortable coach will take you to Interlaken for a photo stop, and then to Grindelwald. You'll take the scenic cableway to First, then descend by the spectacular First Flyer, plus a cart and scooter ride. Finally there's a train ride to Interlaken to board the coach back to Zurich.
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Guided two hour walking tour of Lucerne
Small group guided walk in the historical town center of Lucerne. Apart from many medieval buildings, the city wall, old town squares and the lake, you'll see famous sights: the Chapel Bridge, the Jesuit Church, and the Culture and Convention Centre on the lake front.
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COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Guided walk in Lucerne and a boat ride
A local guide takes you to the historical town center, including the Chapel Bridge and the castle (Château Gütsch). A one hour boat ride to see Lucerne and the mountains from a different perspective is included as well. This small group tour takes about 3 hours.
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COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Guided tour to Bern and Swiss show dairy from Lucerne
This small-group tour starts with a bus ride across the scenic Entlebuch valley and a visit to the Kambly biscuit factory. Next, your guide will show you the historical town center of Bern. Before returning to Lucerne, you'll visit the Emmental show dairy to watch Swiss cheese making.
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Beginner ski experience at Mount Titlis
You'll get a return ticket from Engelberg to the top of Mount Titlis, plus a beginner ski experience on an easy, safe slope. There is a guide, but not a ski instructor, so this tour is perfect for a first ski experience and to have fun. Ski gear is included, and you can use the snow tubes too.
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Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 friendlyIndependent or small group activities that easily allow avoiding the masses
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 friendlyIndependent or small group activities that easily allow avoiding the masses
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 friendlyIndependent or small group activities that easily allow avoiding the masses
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
Lake Lucerne private pick and mix tour
Chris and his team get excellent reviews, so a perfect day is guaranteed. Your private guide will show you around the area by air-conditioned minivan. You have many options to choose from, including a chocolate factory, Mt Rigi, Bürgenstock, Lucerne city center and many photo stops.
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COVID-19 friendlyIndependent or small group activities that easily allow avoiding the masses
COVID-19 safeActivities with extra hygiene measures to guarantee your safety
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
COVID-19 friendlyIndependent or small group activities that easily allow avoiding the masses
Free cancellationAt least one (usually all) retailers listed here offer free cancellation for this activity
REGIONAL HIKING SUGGESTIONS
City walk Lucerne
A city walk across the Old Town of Lucerne, along the lake, the City Wall, Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument. Includes the famous highlights and less touristy spots as well.
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: easy
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Elevation: 432 - 483 m
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Distance: 8.2 km
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Terrain: along river, town, along lake
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Hiking time: 2h20
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 438 - 881 m
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Distance: 6.2 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, along lake, valley, forest
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
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Hiking time: 2h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 474 - 1014 m
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Distance: 9.0 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, valley, forest
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)
Town walk Olten
An easy short walk in the pretty center of Olten. Ideal if you're interested in seeing a typical northern Switzerland town that is not too touristy.
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Hiking time: 1h00
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Difficulty: moderate
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Elevation: 1029 - 1556 m
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Distance: 2.9 km
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Terrain: meadow, town, along railway, forest
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Region: Lake Lucerne (Central Switzerland)