With a shoreline of 162 kilometers, Lake Lucerne spans almost 114 square kilometers. Ringed by the unique mountain scenery of central Switzerland, the lake also provides access to historic sites such as Rütli, Tellsplatte and Hohle Gasse. Several tours and day trips with shore visits are offered on steamships, some of which are vintage vessels. On board there are many culinary choices to suit all tastes – including, of course, Swiss specialties such as raclette. Cruises aboard Candlelight and Jazz & Dixie steamers also guarantee enjoyable times on the water.
Mount Pilatus is Lucerne’s local mountain, a place that claims to offer 2,132 possibilities above sea level. Visitors reach this altitude either from Alpnachtstad station via the world’s steepest rack-and-pinion railway, or from Kriens via gondola and cable car, enjoying panoramic views. The Pilatus-Kulm and Bellevue hotels are situated on the mountain, offering splendid all-round views and a wide range of culinary delights. The options for physical activity are endless: there is something for everyone, from gentle strolls to alpine hiking, the biggest rope course in central Switzerland and the longest summer toboggan run in the country to climbing routes of varying degrees of difficulty.