Experiences in Lucerne – Lake Lucerne

The blue-yellow Fruttli Train is a special summer highlight for young and old guests of Melchsee-Frutt.

On a themed tour, visitors will get to know aspects of Swiss transport history, in which women play a key role.

Do you know exactly where the very middle of Switzerland is? Near to a pretty little alp in the Kleine Melchtal, Obwalden canton.

The sophisticated Gütsch mountain restaurant is nestled on a small plateau near the peaks that soar above Andermatt. Here, guests can enjoy a seemingly endless view of the central Alps, where chef Markus Neff (16 Gault Millau points, 1 Michelin star) cultivates his elegantly clear-sighted cuisine “Between mountain and valley”. An exclusive 3-course menu and breathtaking views await you. A very special gourmet experience.

During the detective trail through the old town of Zofingen and the surrounding area, which lasts approximately two hours, participants are required to solve various riddles so they can follow the treasure map on an exciting journey of discovery.

The Seebad lakeside baths offer perfect seasonal bathing pleasure in the heart of the city of Lucerne. It is open for swimmers until 8 p.m. in summer, after which it is dedicated to restaurant-goers for the rest of the evening. As well as bathing, swimming, and sunbathing, massage and yoga are also available.

Where circus artists and people running stalls once entertained people, there is now what is without a doubt one of the most popular green spaces in the city of Lucerne: the Vögeligärtli. Its name – meaning the “bird garden” – comes from the aviary that was built in the park in 1901.

Hidden between Ristis and the mountain hut at Brunni, the 11 stories that Globi has written for his book have been stolen. All the children are invited to set off on the treasure hunt to find chests in which clues have been concealed that they use to track down the stolen stories.

Pilgrims have been visiting the monastery of Einsiedeln for over 1000 years. The monastery lies in the midst of a breathtaking landscape with a deep blue lake and jagged mountain tops. Today more and more nature lovers and culture-minded visitors are joining the pilgrims.

William Tell's son, Walterli, has gone missing. He should be picking up the birthday cake for his mother, Hedwig, and helping with the decorations for the party. Can the party be saved? We need you to find him!

The Hergiswil Glassworks have been located at Lake Lucerne since 1817. At that time, the Glassworks were a production site with ideal transportation routes for wood fuel and goods. The tradition of craftsmanship continues to live on within the framework of modern design. The exhibition recounts the history of glass and the Hergiswil Glassworks. Visitors can observe the glassblowers working at the furnace.

Discover the world's most amazing stalactite caves in Lorzentobel near Baar. Young and old are enchanted by fairy-tale rock formations in the Hell Grottoes Caves.

Switzerland’s most visited museum showcases the past, present and future of mobility with interactive and varied exhibits. In addition to the museum, unique attractions found nowhere else in Switzerland, such as the film theatre, planetarium, Swiss Chocolate Adventure and Media World, are just waiting to be discovered.

Enjoying the wind in one’s face and the perfect view: first on the open funicular – rumbling and bumping just as it did 120 years ago – and then on the rooftop deck of the futuristic CabriO aerial cableway.

Visitors to Lucerne can sip a cool, refreshing drink at one of the city’s most hip summer bars while admiring wonderful views of Lake Lucerne.

With its gigantic dimensions, the cave hole in the Muota Valley sets a new world record: no other cave system in the world is as deep or as long.

With its bouncy castles and rope park, Globi’s Alpine Playground at Ristis in the Engelberg Valley is a great place for the kids to let off steam. The adjacent White Water World is suitable for those who are not scared of the water.

Away from the motorway and up into the wild - the unspoilt mountain landscapes of the Urner side valleys on the Gotthard Massif have retained their original charm.

The “Ufschötti” – the extensive expanse of greenery by the lake – is the place half of Lucerne heads for in the summer A 200-metre-long strip of sandy beach gives all its visitors real seaside vibes.

Young or old, adrenaline junkie or connoisseur, the Fräkmüntegg adventures on Pilatus have something that will appeal to everyone.

Take a ride on a nostalgic paddle steamer across Lake Lucerne with its beautiful landscape, marvel at villas and castles, discover culinary specialities or enjoy a hearty breakfast: the possibilities are endless when you embark from Lucerne.

If you like bicycling through hills and dales, you will get your money’s worth in the bike arena of Emmetten.

The Furka Cogwheel Steam Railway takes visitors back to the golden age of steam railways in Switzerland.

The Water Tower, Chapel Bridge and Musegg Wall dominate the historical skyline of the city of Lucerne. However, the best view of the lake basin can be enjoyed from the path that runs along the Musegg Wall.

When the summer season approaches, the first fast bikeboard ride is kicked off. The trendy sports equipment is simple to handle and guarantees an exciting adventure.