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Country: Lake Lucerne Region
2 Days on the Tell Trail: Perfect Hiking Weekend near Lucerne
  • 8 h
  • 19 k
  • 540m
  • 1100m
Visit seven lakes on this two day hike on the long-distance Tell Trail near Lucerne, with an overnight in the alps.
Golzernsee • Hike to alpine lake and swimming
  • Easy
  • 3 k
  • 30m
  • 10m
You can swim, hike or just take in the gorgeous view at this cosy alpine lake in Central Switzerland.
Göscheneralpsee Lake Hike
  • Moderate
  • 3.5 h
  • 9 k
  • 450m
  • 450m
Beautiful mountain hike that loops around a bright blue lake with glacier views.
Haldigrat ridge trail to Brisen peak
  • Challenging
  • 4.5 h
  • 9.5 k
  • 466m
  • 1248m
Gorgeous ridge hike near Lucerne up to the Brisen peak, with panorama views across the region.
Goat Theme Trail for Kids at Sattel Hochstuckli
  • Easy
  • 2 h
  • 5 k
  • 110m
  • 100m
Goat-themed activities along this fun mountain trail for children near Lucerne.
Treasure Hunt Trail at Engelberg Brunni
  • Moderate
  • 1.5 h
  • 3 k
  • 0m
  • 270m
On this fun activity trail in Engelberg, kids search for treasure chests hidden along the path to find clues to solve puzzles and win a prize. Plus a fun playground and summer toboggan.
Ibergeregg – Easy winter hike with Lake Lucerne views
  • Moderate
  • 2 h
  • 7.2 k
  • 230m
  • 230m
Easy and free winter hike with panorama mountain views near Zürich and Lucerne, great option for non skiers that want to enjoy the snow.
12 Beautiful Winter Hikes near Lucerne
The best winter hiking trails near Lucerne for casual hikers and families, where the snow is groomed making it easy to walk with regular hiking shoes.
Mt Pilatus near Lucerne • 10 Tips for your visit
How to visit this spectacular mountain viewpoint near Lucerne and best things to do like the summer toboggan, cliff walk, and dragon cave.
Stoos Fronalpstock panorama winter hike
  • Easy
  • .5 h
  • 1 k
  • 10m
  • 10m
Short winter walk along cliffs overlooking Lake Lucerne and many mountains. Combine with a meal and optional 3.5 km sled run.
Niederbauen Wildlife Observation Trail
  • Moderate
  • 4 h
  • 11 k
  • 414m
  • 706m
Beautiful mountain trail near Lucerne with cliff views, rambling alpine meadows and impressive peaks. If you’re lucky, you might spy an ibex along the way.
Engelberg Trübsee • Easy winter hike around frozen lake
  • Easy
  • 1 h
  • 3 k
  • 40m
  • 40m
Easy winter walk on groomed path around a frozen lake with mountain views. Ends at restaurant and sledding hill with magic carpet. Good choice for parents with small children that cannot ski.

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Hi! I’m Tanya and our family has been living & hiking in Switzerland since 2005, collecting dozens of fun hikes and activities for all ages and abilities. More about us…

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