Lucerne

Pilatus sledding & snowshoeing

Mount Pilatus in its white winter dress promises unique experiences for everyone. Whether relaxed, in a cozy restaurant or at full speed on the snow.
SNOWSHOEING
Between Krienseregg and Fräkmüntegg you will find three marked snowshoe trails.
SNOW & FUN
The various slopes with natural snow invite you to enjoy a sledding adventure. Here, snow lovers of all ages can discover nature at a leisurely or speedy pace.

Rigi excursion and wellness

Just let yourself go, float away, and stay in the Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad or dive into the natural whey bath at Alp Chäserenholz. With the new package «Hike & Relax» you can enjoy unlimited rides on the Mt. Rigi Railways as well as an entrance to the Mineralbad & Spa Rigi Kaltbad. The ticket is only available online.
MINERAL BATHS & SPA RIGI KALTBAD
Take a dip on top of the world: the Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths & Spa delivers an exclusive wellness experience surrounded by a legendary Alpine landscape. Unwind and pamper yourself in car-free Rigi Kaltbad.
HIKE & RELAX
Hike, relax, and forget everyday life! Combine your Rigi excursion with relaxing wellness hours.
CHÄSERENHOLZ ALPINE WELLNESS
Relax, refresh, rejuvenate: in addition to its wealth of cheese, Alp Chäserenholz also offers a range of spa treatments with spectacular mountain views.

Titlis Ice Flyer and Glacier Cave

GLACIER CAVE
It feels like you’re traveling back in time. Here in the dim turquoise-blue light of the glacier cave, where the 5,000-year-old ice causes the air you breathe to form clouds of mist, the powerful heart of the glacier is beating. On the 150-meter-long path 10 meters below the surface, you can sense it under your feet and feel it with your hands. This experience will profoundly touch you.
ICE FLYER
The experience of flying high above the deep-blue crevasses will change you—a flight between ice and eternity.

Lake Lucerne Cruises

Discover the fjords of Lake Lucerne. Enjoy the fresh lake air on an outing on Lake Lucerne. You’ll be fascinated by the scenery, the attractions of inland navigation and the historical places dotted along the shoreline.
All services offer excellent connections with the surrounding mountain railways and cableways.

Lucerne City Museums Pass

Visit any number of the mentioned museums on two consecutive days using the Lucerne Museum Card (one entry per museum).
PARTICIPATING MUSEUMS

• Swiss Museum of Transport (incl. Hans Erni Museum)
• Rosengart Collection
• Museum of Art Lucerne
• Glacier Garden
• Lucerne Museums (Natural History Museum and History Museum
• Richard Wagner Museum
• Bourbaki Panorama
• Gameorama

Lucerne Xmas Markets

Mid-November – December 23rd, 2024
In winter, Lucerne becomes a glowing meeting place. Visit the Lucerne exhibitors during the Advent season.
Lucerne Christmas Market
Franziskanerplatz – Situated in Lucerne’s Old Town, yet away from the busy shopping mile.
Thursday, December 5 – Monday, December 23, 2024
Lucerne Craft Market at the Wine Market
Weinmarkt – In the middle of the historic Old Town
Saturday, December 7, Sunday, December 8, and Saturday, December 14, 2024
Venite International Christmas Forum
Kapellplatz – On Chapel Square, right next to Lucerne’s landmark, the Chapel Bridge
Thursday, December 12 – Saturday, December 14, 2024
Rudolf’s Christmas Spectacle
Inseliquai Park with a view of Lake Lucerne
Saturday, November 16 – Monday, November 18, 2024

Lucerne Ice Magic

November 13, 2024 – January 2, 2025
Experience the magic of Lucerne Ice Magic under the KKL roof! The Europaplatz ice rink offers 500m² of artificial ice for skating, curling, and gliding fun for all ages. The beautifully lit rink is free to use, with skates and support aids for kids available on-site.
Indulge in elegant fondue at our charming chalet, featuring Fondue Chinoise with various meats and vegan options, homemade sauces, fresh vegetables, and Lucerne sourdough bread. Enjoy hot and cold drinks at the chalet bar, along with sweet treats and meat platters. The chalet, accommodating up to 120 people, is perfect for social gatherings and festive celebrations. Join us on the terrace with a direct view of the ice rink.

Lilu Light Festival

January 9 – 19, 2025
Lucerne will once again become a luminous meeting place at the Lilu Light Festival. Artists from all over the world will present the diverse and fascinating facets of light art. Visitors can discover creative light installations on an illuminated winter walk and experience an attractive supporting program with a light show for all the senses. The alleys, sights, and squares of the city of Lucerne will be creatively illuminated, making it a spectacular event not to be missed.

Carnival in Lucerne

February 27 – March 4, 2025
The fifth season of the year. The Lucerne Carnival is unique in its historical development and its wild variety of expression. Colourful costumes cross the bridges from all directions and on the Kornmarkt, old and young alike jump around, clap and dance to the various rhythms of the “Guggenmusigen”. There will be no rest until Ash Wednesday and the end of the carnival!
During the Lucerne Carnival, the city comes to life when colourfully costumed people populate the streets, accompanied by the rhythmic sounds of the numerous Guggenmusik bands. The spectacle is officially opened with the big bang at 5 a.m. on “Schmutzigen Donnerstag”. The fifth season ends on the following Wednesday.