Lake Lucerne region - Day trip and hiking suggestions

Beautiful scenic train ride from Lucerne via the Bernese Oberland lakes to Montreux.

Cogwheel train across a spectacular rocky landscape, plus views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.

Revolving cable car to an altitude of 3032 m. Great views and snow all year round.

Take a cruise at Lake Lucerne and enjoy the Alps while having lunch or sunbathing.

Cogwheel train and wide views of Lake Lucerne and the Alps.

An impressive train and boat journey across the famous Gotthard route.

Unique open air cable car to a panoramic restaurant at 1850 m.

Interactive museum with cars, trains, planes and more modes of transport. Great for both adults and children.

A self-guided food tour along four fine restaurants in Lucerne. You will get a small dish in each restaurant, so you'll have had the equivalent of a full meal once you're done in the last restaurant. A very nice way to try Swiss food, including chocolate.

Guided tour that starts with a scenic coach ride through the Bernese Oberland to the Jungfrau region. Then by cogwheel train up to Jungfraujoch to admire the views.

Hiking along and above the eastern part of Lake Lucerne.

Easy, varying trail through the valley and along Lake Trüeb.

Explore the mountains south of Lake Lucerne.

Varying, off the beaten path hiking in the Melch valley.

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.

Short hike on Mount Rigi with views over Lake Lucerne.