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Lucerne
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Resort Information
Lucerne, with its wealth of history and culture, beautiful lake and surrounding mountains, has so much to offer. The finger like fjords of Lake Lucerne are the meeting point of four Swiss cantons, the birth place of Switzerland and the legends of William Tell. The majestic mountain of Pilatus, where once a dragon was said to live, rises up behind the city and offers superb views and wonderful walking, is easily reached by boat, mountain railways and cable cars. Lucerne itself has a multitude of attractions, including the famous Chapel Bridge, the Lion Monument and the Swiss Transport museum. Throughout the year many festivals take place in the region and the attractive towns and villages around the lake are connected by one of the world's largest fleets of paddle steamers.
Lucerne
The old quarter of Lucerne retains its charm and character with quaint streets dotted with historical monuments, alfresco paintings, fortifications and churches. The most famous historical sites in Lucerne are the 14th century Chapel Bridge and the Lion Monument, which commemerates the brave Swiss Guards who were massacred by a mob during the French revolution. Sitting comfortably alongside the history is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with plenty of riverside cafés and restaurants to relax in.
The city is also an important cultural centre with the recently opened Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, being one of the city's most important venues for its musical events, including the International Festival of Music (Aug & Sept). Fascinating museums and galleries, which are all well worth a visit include; the Swiss Transport Museum and IMAX cinema, Picasso Museum, and the wonderful Glacial Gardens. All the main museums in Lucerne are free for holders of a Swiss Pass.
Our Opinion
Things not to miss in Lucerne include · lakeside promenades · riverside dining · Mount Pilatus and Rigi for some wonderful views and some excellent walking trails · A trip around the lake on a paddle steamer · The Swiss Transport Museum is well worth a visit, trains, planes, racing cars and bikes with and without engines · Picasso museum · A day at Lucerne's lido for swimming in the lake and beach sport activities.
Activities
· lake cruises · swimming · watersports · paragliding · canyoning · motor boat rentals · badminton · tennis · squash · beach volleyball · fishing · horseriding · scenic flights · golf · cycling · art galleries · regular markets in old town
Facilities
· bars · cafés · restaurants · nightclubs · casino • banks · superb range of shops · post office · doctor · chemists
Getting About
There is an excellent network of mountain railways, boats, paddle steamers, post buses and trains. giving you access to all areas of the region and beyond. The Tell Pass (page 204) offers FREE travel around the region and should you wish to go further afield the Swiss Pass (page 187) will also provide FREE travel across Switzerland.
Strollers
Strolls along the promenades of Lucerne and surrounding villages can be enjoyed by all. Try the short walk from Lucerne to Obernau through Gutsch, over the Sonnenberg ridge, returning by bus.
Ramblers
Ramblers are spoilt for choice in this area with endless well signposted walking routes through the meadows and forests around the lake and Mount Rigi. The Hohenweg along a disused railway line offers superb panoramic views.
Sightseeing
A Day on the Lake: £24 adult
Spend the day cruising around the lake and visiting all the lakeside villages.
Mount Titlis: £35 adult
Visit the revolving cable car and highest peak in Central Switzerland.
Mount Rigi: £32 adult
Take Europe's first cogwheel railway to the top of Mt. Rigi.
Mount Pilatus: £28 adult
Five different forms of transport take you on a return trip to the top of Lucerne's "own" mountain 2132m above sea level. Children under 16 travel free with a Swiss Family Card (local charges apply to some railways and cable cars).
Twin Centre Suggestion
Enjoy stunning Lucerne followed by a stay in prestigious Zermatt for a truly classic Twin Centre holiday in Switzerland. You can enjoy the culture of the city and its lake followed by the fresh air and amazing views in the mountains. Combine the Hotel Cascada with the Alpen Resort in Zermatt.
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