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Lake Lucerne, Lucerne

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See the Alps by taking a guided boat tour on , located in the heart of Switzerland. The lake covers a total area of over 114 sq km (44 sq mi), much of its shoreline rising steeply into the surrounding mountains. Most of the visitors choose to experience this picturesque region by taking a trip on one of the paddle steamers linking the tucked-away resorts spread along the lake's shores. You can also circumnavigate the lake by road, which follows a scenic route and passes through several tunnels. However you choose to travel, be sure to visit the mountain meadow on the far southeastern shore of the lake, the birthplace of the Swiss nation. Plan your Lake Lucerne visit and explore what else you can see and do in Lucerne using our Lucerne trip builder .
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Tours to Lake Lucerne
Mount Titlis and Lucerne Day Tour from Zurich BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $155
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Mount Pilatus Summer Day Trip from Lucerne BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $130
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Mount Pilatus Summer Day Trip from Zurich BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $158
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  • By avaughan003
    I visited here with my family after having stayed here a year or two before and it still left me just as mesmerised. The lake itself is just stunning, with views to match of the surrounding mountains ...  more »
  • By stantp1916
    The lake is huge. We went only on one side of the lake. The water was quite fascinating as it was crystal clear and the lake was very clean. There is boating available for tourists but we did not do t...  more »
  • By Brittany_11_10
    Beautiful, clean, peaceful; that's Lake Lucerne in three words. The Chapel Bridge is a lovely addition to both the lake (though I suppose the bridge more spans the River Reuss than it does the lake) a...  more »
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  • By Cécilia Sandrine
    Amazing place to be , the view took my breath away. I will come back for sure !! 🥰
  • By Rajendra Karwa
    If you wish to enjoy the most beautiful boat ride in life then travel from Flulen to Lucerne.. Exhilarating
  • By Robert Harper
    I’ve been to Lucerne twice, once in summer,once in winter and the lake never disappoints. One of my favorite places on Earth.
  • By David Johns
    One of the most beautiful places on earth! We've taken a boat ride on the lake a couple of times. The mountains and the crystal blue water are an amazing combination.
  • By Rtch Slns
    Beautiful.
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Mt Pilatus
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Chapel Bridge
4.6
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Lion Monument
4.3
Duration: 30​min
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Rigi
2.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Side trips from Lucerne

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Lake Zurich
Zurich
4.7
Duration: 3​h
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Jungfraujoch
Grindelwald-Wengen-Murren-Lauterbrunnen
4.5
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Old Town
Zurich
4.6
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Titlis
Engelberg
4.6
Duration: 6​h

Hidden gems in Lucerne

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Spreuer Bridge
4.7
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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The Rosengart Collection
4.6
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Room Escape Games
5.0
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Jesuitenkirche
4.6
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Museums in Lucerne

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Schachmuseum
Kriens
5.0
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Richard Wagner Museum
4.2
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Alte Apotheke
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Bourbaki Panorama
4.1
Duration: 30​min

Shopping in Lucerne

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Laderach
4.6
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Luzerner Wochenmarkt
4.4
Duration: 2​h 30​min
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Max Chocolatier
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Harrys Swiss Watch Center
4.3
Duration: 1​h 30​min

Nearby attractions in Lucerne

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Altstadt Luzern
4.5
Duration: 1​h 30​min
Paragliding Luzern
Kriens
4.9
Duration: 1​h 30​min
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Lucerne Station
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Duration: 30​min
ECHO Trails
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Duration: 4​h
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