Dams in Lucerne – Lake Lucerne

With its fairly compact dimensions, the Mörlialp winter sports area near Giswil is particularly popular with families. Its most beautiful descent begins on Alpoglen and passes the Wand chairlift top station before continuing down to the Mörlialp valley station.

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.

Enjoy the view of 10 lakes and the Central Swiss mountains on the Fronalpstock. Hike on the panorama trail, dare to walk the tightrope or be impressed by the fantastic view from the viewing platform.

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

Produced by hand in Malters. Sold all over the world. Skis from long-established Swiss company Stöckli. Founded in 1935, the company with its own ski manufacture is synonymous with perfection and passion.

“Who thought there would be a healthy chocolate heaven?”

The birthplace, cell and chapel of St. Nicholas of Flüe, "Brother Klaus", is located 45 miles northeast of Lucerne near the small town of Flüeli.

If you take an evening walk from Schwyz to the pass between the two Mythen mountains (1 h from Schwyz), you're very likely to see several chamois roving freely at close quarters.

Eishalle Sursee has one ice rink, and during the winter months both young and old skating fans can come here to enjoy many hours of fun on the ice.

Climb up 1,500m in altitude from Andermatt to the Gemsstock, at almost 3,000m above sea level. From this vantage point that is truly in the heart of the Swiss Alps, you have all-round views sweeping across half of Switzerland.

There is a little paradise in Melchsee-Frutt just waiting for demanding skiers – the "Paradiesli " is the black-marked downhill run from the Bonistock to the Bettenalp. There is plenty of room on this wonderfully wide piste for carvers and snowboarders to enjoy.

Our insect hotel at TCS Camping Sempach is a handmade creation and bears the loving signature of our team. It is currently enjoying a well-deserved winter rest, but in spring it will be refreshed and ready to welcome new buzzing residents. With small adjustments each year, we ensure that the hotel remains an ideal refuge for insects.

Izakaya Nozomi offers an introduction into the world of Japanese rice wine. Enjoy a guided tasting of different sakes plus Japanese snacks.

The Chapel Bridge is Lucerne's landmark and one of the oldest wooden bridges in Europe. Walk across the 204-meter-long bridge, discover the historical paintings and enjoy the view of the Reuss River and the Old Town.

Gleaming metal, the smell of coal fire, the hissing steam, the sparks and the smooth working of the massive machinery completely captivate the passengers of the steam train.

Also non-skiers get their fill of enjoyment on the Klewenalp; as a fantastic toboggan run leading from the Klewenalp via the Stockhütte and on down to Emmeten passes through some truly magical winter scenes on the way.

The Musegg Wall towers over Lucerne and offers you history and views in one. Climb the medieval towers and enjoy the view of the lake, the city and the Alpine panorama.

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.

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

Confiseur Bachmann is a leading Swiss specialist in the production of bakery, patisserie and confectionery delicacies in the premium segment, and offers an incomparable range of cakes and appetisers.

Enjoy a relaxing, comfortable and rapid journey to Engelberg, an excellent day-trip destination. The newly-refurbished 1st class panorama coach of Luzern-Engelberg Express offers a particularly comfortable journey and spectacular views. The train will whisk you in just 47 minutes from the city, past Lake Lucerne and into the Engelberg valley, where you will pass through delightful villages nestling at the foot of increasingly steep and lofty mountains.

Richard Wagner lived here on the shores of Lake Lucerne for six years. The museum named after him is surrounded by an extensive park right by the lake, offering unique views of the mountains. The park can be reached within a 30-minute walk from Lucerne, along a wonderful lakeside path.

Cameras on Stoos mountain for a free video of your run.

This guided tour takes visitors through carnival-time Lucerne.

This tour takes visitors through the home town of successful racing cyclist Karin Thürig. A resident of Retschwil on the idyllic Lake Baldegg, she clocked up many bike kilometres in the surrounding area.

A dream come true...with dreamlike views over the Urserntal valley and guaranteed sunshine all day long!

The Engelberg-Titlis skiing area extends over 3 cantons, namely Obwalden, Nidwalden and Bern. The cantonal Nidwalden - Bern border leads straight through the middle of the Jochstock ski piste - so here you can set foot on Bernese soil with an easy swing, and ski in Nidwalden with a sportive carving turn to the right and enjoy the best of both worlds!

Idyllic bays and dramatic, fjord-like rocky slopes, deep blue, crystal-clear water and snow-covered mountain peaks in the background – all this can be seen on a boat trip on Lake Lucerne.

Long tobogganing runs, glorious peaks and record-breaking cable cars: discover the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region with the Tell-Pass.

If you have always dreamed of a big adventure but decided to play it safe, this is your chance to quench your thirst for an adrenalin rush and true thrills.

Although our mountain railways were Europe’s first, we also operate the latest generation of trains. Dear Passenger, We’d like to take you on a journey through time. Board a heritage train in Arth-Goldau and then travel back down from Rigi Kulm to Vitznau in the valley below in the latest articulated railcar.

The fabled pilgrimage church possesses a magical allure and is highly regarded. The mythical and magical adventure trails nearby are very popular.