Dams in Lucerne – Lake Lucerne

For centuries, people needed to climb down one treacherous side to climb up the other. In 1893, a wooden bridge was built over this gorge. it is 48 meters long and 100 meters high.

Experience fast-paced tobogganing fun on Mount Pilatus: The 1350-metre-long Fräkmüntegg summer toboggan run offers thrills with a view of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains.

What was in 1806 a dramatic and catastrophic event for humans, is today a blessing for endangered animal species: the landslide of Goldau. In the area where the landslide took place, the Goldau Nature Park and Zoo offers non-domesticated animals a species-appropriate home in an impressive landscape.

Experience the world of the Nahrin food manufactory in Sarnen up close. Discover the history and philosophy of a traditional family business, take a look at the modern production and enjoy a tasting of the high-quality products in the in-house shop.

Switch off and relax – exclusively on Lake Lucerne!

Not far from Rapperswil lies the abbey-owned island of Ufenau, a small paradise in the middle of Upper Lake Zurich. Art lovers can visit “art ufnau”, nature enthusiasts will enjoy the nature reserve and the island’s restaurant serves up culinary delights for all.

As the largest fun park in Central Switzerland, the Fruttpark on Melchsee-Frutt offers the ideal conditions for every level.

Elegantes Gleiten oder sportlicher Einsatz - ein paar Stunden auf dem Eisfeld Andermatt sind stets eine coole Abwechslung zum Wintervergnügen auf der Piste.

Exactly 47 hairpin bends lead to the Grosser Mythen, here also referred to as ‘Matterhorn of Central Switzerland’. Every year, around 30,000 hikers enjoy the breathtaking panorama at 1,898 m.a.s.l. (6,227 ft). The view into the valley shows ‘Old Schwyz’, the cradle of the Swiss Confederacy, with Lake Lucerne in the south as well as lakes Lauerz and Zug with Rigi and Rossberg to the west. It comes at no surprise that the Schwyz landmark has been immortalised as a mural in the National Council Chamber of the Federal Palace.

A pleasure-packed piste for beginners as well as those with plenty of practice on skis - commencing on the Spirstock at 1771-meter altitude, and ending near the natural little Seeblisee lake.

Tracing back the footsteps of the herbalist Witch "Lizi" along the Wirzweli witch-path is an enchanting experience for children over four years of age.

Barren highland moors, flower-filled lowland fens and unspoiled moorlands are a treat for the senses! Moors stretch out as far as the eye can see. Nowhere else in Switzerland has as much national protected moorlands in one small area than Entlebuch.

At this particular spot on the Lake Uri, William Tell allegedly escaped from bailiff Gessler by leaping out of a boat.

Embark on a culinary journey of discovery on the Willisau FoodTrail and experience Willisau and the beautiful Lucerne countryside in a very special way.

Lured to Lucerne by the wealthy Ludwig Pfyffer von Altishofen, the Jesuits brought the Counter Reformation to Lucerne in the 17th century; the elaborate Jesuitenkirche, dedicated to Francis Xavier, was constructed in 1666. Architects from Italy and Austria built what many believe to be the most beautiful Baroque church in Switzerland.

Lucerne’s lido sits on the shores of Lake Lucerne, spanning a length of over 300 metres.

Only in Lucerne. From the pier near Lucerne railway station, guests can travel directly to the Klewenalp Stockhütte ski area by boat. This one-hour trip is a chance to enjoy some amazing views of Lake Lucerne.

At Pilatusstrasse 4, the Lucerne store invites you on a journey of indulgent exploration. Behind the striking façade lies a world that combines luxury and inspiration: fashion, lifestyle, beauty and delicious cuisine are paramount at Globus Lucerne.

Ice sports, in particular ice hockey, are a Seewen-Schwyz tradition, and locals are well-known for their enthusiasm.

An unforgettable experience, pure adventure; that is Flying Fox. On the six courses of varying difficulty you can slowly approach your limits. You cross challenging balance bridges, hanging bridges and tyrolean slides loaded with action.

The family mountain with revolving gondola lift, "Stuckli-Run" summer toboggan run, tubing run, Skywalk pedestrian suspension bridge, bouncy castle and scooter trekking are the highlights here.

The Schöllenen Gorge is probably the most legendary section of the historic Gotthard route. On the Devil's Bridge over the roaring Reuss, you can get an idea of how hard and dangerous the path across the Alps once was.