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One of the most beautiful views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains awaits you on the Bürgenstock. See it from the spectacular cliff path or from the Hammetschwand lift. The journey is also thrilling: travel from Lucerne by catamaran and cable car.

Bürgenstock at a glance

This is the Bürgenstock

The Bürgenstock or Bürgenberg is located in the heart of Switzerland on Lake Lucerne in the Canton of Nidwalden. The 1128-metre-high mountain of the Uri Alps is known for its wonderful views, the Hammetschwand Lift and the luxurious Bürgenstock resort.

Discover the Bürgenstock

Travel by catamaran across the lake and take the oldest electric funicular up the mountain: the journey to the Bürgenstock from Lucerne is an experience in itself. And then there is the fantastic view: Your gaze wanders across Lake Lucerne to Lucerne, the Rigi, the Pilatus and over the Brünig Pass to the Bernese Alps.  

Cliff walk

The legendary cliff walk, built more than a hundred years ago, is a masterpiece of engineering. Following a wide gravel path you can walk along the rock face, sometimes passing through cave-like tunnels. Beyond the edge is a 500-metre vertical drop. The cliff walk takes you to the Hammetschwand lift or on to the wonderful Känzeli viewpoint. Passing the Villa Honegg, you can return to where you started or proceed downhill towards Lake Lucerne.  

Hammetschwand Lift

Climb 152 meters into the air in just 48 seconds: the Hammetschwand Lift promises one of the most spectacular panoramic rides and is only for people with a head for heights. The highest and fastest open-air lift in Europe opened in 1905. The elevator shaft and engine room are built into the mountain on a rocky outcrop. The lift tower is illuminated on summer nights, when it is clearly visible from Lucerne.

Around the Bürgenstock

From the Bürgenstock you can reach some of the most famous destinations in Switzerland: Lucerne, the Rigi, the Pilatus and the Stanserhorn. Explore the fjord landscape of Lake Lucerne on a nostalgic paddle steamer. Alternatively, visit Brunnen on the “Swiss Path” and enjoy the panoramic views on its beautiful waterfront.

Experience the Bürgenstock for less

Take the train and bus from Lucerne via Stansstad as an inexpensive way to reach the Bürgenstock. The Bürgenstock Resort offers package deals such as round-trip travel by catamaran, funicular and Hammetschwand Lift. Cut costs by taking a picnic, for example on a round trip over the Hammetschwand to the Känzeli and back. 

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