Boat trip on Lake Lucerne
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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.
An excursion to Central Switzerland is just not complete without a boat cruise on Lake Lucerne. Whether a Lunch Cruise on the modern MS Diamant or a romantic cruise at sunset on an antique paddle steamer – it’s a must.
With a wide range of services, the Lake Lucerne Navigation Company (SGV) offers the perfect cruise for every taste. Even the Alpine world of Central Switzerland can be explored by waterway. By boat from Lucerne to Vitznau, then on to a cog railway and up to Rigi, and little later savouring the view of Lake Lucerne from above.
Another unique experience is the panoramic journey in the Gotthard Panorama Express. It is the one and only Premium Panoramic Train in Switzerland to combine a train ride with a boat cruise. After a nearly three-hour boat cruise across Lake Lucerne, passengers comfortably change to the waiting panoramic train and set out over the historic Gotthard route towards Ticino with its Mediterranean flair.
Facts
| Area: | 114 km² |
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| Duration: | from 1 to 5.5 hours |
Scheduled roundtrips on Lake Lucerne all year round.
Excursion tips
- Majestic Round Trip on Rigi
- Golden Round Trip on Pilatus
- Stanserhorn (1,851 m a.s.l.)
- Connections to mountain railway and cable car stations, incl. Pilatus, Rigi, Bürgenstock, Klewenalp, Seelisberg, Stanserhorn and Titlis
- Free audio guide in 12 languages on sightseeing cruise on “Saphir” panoramic yacht (1 hour)
- Short catamaran cruise daily
- Culinary cruises for individual travellers and groups (i.e. Sunset Dinner Cruise)
Food & Beverage
Most boats of the SGV fleet have catering service. Furthermore, bookable theme and evening cruises with special culinary offers are available (surcharge).Timetable
Departure of cruises hereTicket
The boat rides are fully covered by the Swiss Travel Pass, Swiss Travel Pass Flex and the GA travelcard.
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Groups
Groups of 10 or more persons: reservation at the restaurant and prior menu selection is required (no surcharge)Brochure
Fascinating and comprehensive information around the SGV, featuring highlights and relevant facts and figures, can be downloaded here:PDF brochure
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Contact
Schifffahrtsgesellschaft des Vierwaldstättersees (SGV) AG
Werftestrasse 5
Postfach 4265
6002
Luzern
Switzerland
Phone
+41 41 367 67 67
Fax +41 41 367 68 68
info@lakelucerne.ch
lakelucerne.ch
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