Lion Monument Lucerne
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Intro
In Lucerne, visit the Lion Monument – one of the most famous monuments in Switzerland. In a rock grotto rests a colossal dying lion. The monument and the idyllic park around it are freely accessible all year round.
The Lion Monument at a glance
The dying lion is embedded in a rock grotto in the centre of Lucerne. Inaugurated in 1821, the artwork commemorates Swiss soldiers who died in Paris in 1792 for King Louis XVI. Mark Twain once called the place in Lucerne "the saddest rock in the world". Because the monument does not focus on a victory, but on the victims.
What to experience
Visit the monument (15 to 30 minutes)
At the pond in front of the rock face you stand directly in front of the dying lion. The artwork is by the Danish sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen. 10 information boards in German and English provide interesting facts about the history. The Latin inscriptions list the names of the fallen officers and the number of soldiers.
- Good to know: The monument is about a 20-minute walk from Lucerne train station.
- Tip: Visit the monument early in the morning when there are fewer tourists.
Travel back in time in the Glacier Garden (1 to 2 hours)
Right next to the Lion Monument is the Glacier Garden: Deeply dug holes through the meltwater of the Ice Age, an underground rock world with a multimedia show, the oldest mountain relief in the world and a mirror labyrinth are waiting for you here. From the observation tower you can look over Lucerne to the Alps.
- Good to know: There are many extras such as games, guided tours and guides for families to book.
- Tip: Benefit from a 20% discount on admission with the Lucerne Guest Card.
General information
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All year
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| Accessibility |
Partially accessible
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Address
Löwendenkmal / Luzern Tourismus
Denkmalstrasse 4
6002
Luzern
Switzerland
Phone
+41 41 227 17 17
luzern@luzern.com
luzern.com
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