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Göscheneralpsee Lake Hike

Moderate
3.5 h
9 k
450m
450m

Beautiful mountain hike that loops around a bright blue lake with glacier views.

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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.

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Engelberg 4 Lakes Trail (Vier-Seen-Wanderung)

Moderate
3.5 h
11.3 k
202m
483m

Easy mountain trail near Lucerne, visiting four alpine lakes where you can picnic and swim. Plus nice playgrounds for kids.

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Swiss Museum of Transport Lucerne

This huge museum dedicated to all modes of transportation (planes, trains, automobiles, water craft, space, etc) has lots of kid-friendly interactive exhibits to both educate and entertain.

10 Best Viewpoints on Mt Rigi

Avoid the tourist crowds at the ever popular Mt Rigi by enjoying these 10 fabulous viewpoints along the trail, including a cliff walk and two playgrounds.

Via Alpina Day Hike – Hike over Surenenpass

Challenging
5.5 h
14 k
1000m
660m

Spectacular hike over the Surenen mountain pass to Engelberg. A challenging hike, but cable cars on each end to make the route less demanding than the official Via Alpina route.

Sattel Hochstuckli Ski Resort

Affordable small ski resport close to Zürich, good for beginners and day trippers that don’t want to travel so far for snow.

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Andermatt – 9 Fun Things to Do for Families

The best activities in Andermatt, particularly for families, including hikes, playgrounds, where to stay and eat.

Mt Pilatus Golden Round Trip: boat cruise + mountain excursion

Visit Mt Pilatus near Lucerne on a full day excursion including riding on a boat, cogwheel train, and cable car. Optional mountain hike and alpine slide.

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Mt Rigi near Lucerne • Practical tips for your visit

Easy
.5 h
1 k
30m
30m

Tips for planning your visit to Mount Rigi near Lucerne, with stunning panorama views, easy hikes, and fun activities in both summer and winter. Popular tourist destination.

Marbachegg panorama trail to Kemmeriboden

Moderate
2.5 h
7.8 k
150m
610m

Leisurely hike starting from the top of a cable car, then on a road leading to an alpine dairy, then down the mountain through alpine pastures.

Cruising Lake Lucerne

One of the best ways to enjoy Lake Lucerne’s many charms is from a steamship cruise, where you get all the views without the hard work of hiking. Here’s what to expect and some tips for planning your day.