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Beat Wälti, Head of Marketing & Sales, Contents Market Manager for Americas and Middle East Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 16 | [email protected] Lucerne in the heart of Europe 4 Patrick Bisch, Project Manager, Facts and figures 5 Assistant Head of Marketing, Market Manager for UK, Czech Republic, Poland and Russia Directions / transport 6 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 13 I [email protected] Sights and museums 8 Daniela Huber, Market Manager for Europe (Switzerland, Hotels 10 Germany, Italy, Austria/ Hungary, Netherlands, France) Festivals and events 11 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 19 | [email protected] Shopping 12 Mark Meier, Market Manager for Asia Pacific City tours 13 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 29 | [email protected] Gastronomy 14 Sibylle Gerardi, Head of Communications & PR Nightlife 15 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 33 | [email protected] Customs 16 Hotel reservations Christmas 17 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 27 | [email protected] Weggis Vitznau Rigi – City tours The Oasis of Wellbeing 18 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 17 | [email protected] Meetings and congresses 20

Lucerne Tourism, Zentralstrasse 5, 6002 Lucerne Lucerne Connect 21 Tel. +41 (0)41 227 17 17 | [email protected] Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region 22

Prices subject to change. Status: August 2016 Pilatus, Rigi 24 Titlis, Melchsee-Frutt 25 Photographs/image rights: Stoos-Fronalpstock, Emanuel Ammon / Elge Kenneweg / Christian Perret / Lorenz A. Fischer / Christoph Graf / Lake Lucerne Navigation Company 26 Beat Brechbühl / Valentin Luthiger Andermatt Swiss Alps, Bürgenstock Resort 27 Engelberg-Titlis, Obwalden 28 Material printed using climate-neutral process with eco inks and FSC-certified paper Nidwalden, Schwyz 29 Uri, Andermatt 30 The Switzerland Tourism quality-assurance programme Scenic rail journeys 32 promotes the development and maintenance of quality standards in businesses in the tourist industry Group activities 33 Activities 35 ISO 14001 Environmental Management System Lucerne naturally 36 Winter activities 38

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Lucerne in the heart of Europe Facts and figures

GERMANY Munich ENGLAND Frankfurt Paris GERMANY Inhabitants Location Lucerne City 80,378 434 m.a.s.l in the heart of Switzerland (comprising the five Canton Lucerne 390,151 cantons Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden). Basel Zurich LUCERNE Language German Lucerne’s above-average quality of life and proximity to the FRANCE AUSTRIA FRANCE AUSTRIA Currency Swiss franc (CHF) country’s commercial and financial centres make it a popular Lucerne Berne ITALY € accepted, credit cards accepted place to live and work.

Interlaken History SPAIN 1178 Founding of Lucerne Lugano Geneva 1210 Opening of the Gotthard Pass; as the nearest settlement Public holidays 2017 2018 to the pass on this major north-south axis, Lucerne New Year’s Day 1 January 1 January becomes an important land-lake transshipment centre St. Berchtold’s Day 2 January 2 January 1333 Construction starts on outer fortifications, i.e. Musegg Good Friday 14 April 30 March Transport links Wall (still extant) with its nine towers. Easter Sunday 16 April 1 April Excellent connections by rail (half-hourly services Lucerne’s trademark octagonal Water Tower was erected Easter Monday 17 April 2 April Road Direct flights Ascension 25 May 10 May from e.g. Zurich, Bern), air (around one hour by road/ Europe Rail in the late 13th century kilometres to Zurich rail from Zurich or Basel Airports), boat and road 1407 Spreuer Bridge built Whitsun 4 June 20 May (A2 / A4 motorways). Milan 235 3.5 h 55 min 1836 First paddle steamer on Lake Lucerne Whitsun Monday 5 June 21 May Frankfurt 423 4 h 1 h 5 min 1859 First railway station opened Corpus Christi 15 June 31 May Paris 608 4.5 h 1 h 20 min 1863 Thomas Cook’s first tour of Switzerland Swiss National Day 1 August 1 August Switzerland km Road Rail Prague 740 11 h 1 h 15 min with stopover in Lucerne Assumption 15 August 15 August Zurich 55 45 min 50 min Vienna 780 9 h 1 h 20 min 1871 Vitznau-Rigi Railway enters service St. Leodegar’s Day 2 October 2 October Interlaken 70 1 h 2 h Rome 830 7.5 h 1 h 30 min between Vitznau and Staffelhöhe All Saints 1 November 1 November Basel 95 1 h 1 h Amsterdam 835 9.5 h 1 h 30 min 1991 Inauguration of new railway station featuring imposing Immaculate Conception 8 December 8 December Bern 110 1 h 10 min 1 h Berlin 911 8 h 1 h 25 min concourse by Spaniard Santiago Calatrava Christmas Day 25 December 25 December Lugano 170 1 h 45 min 2 h 30 min Madrid 1647 19 h 2 h 10 min 1993 Chapel Bridge partially destroyed by fire Boxing Day 26 December 26 December Geneva 265 2 h 30 min 2 h 50 min Moscow 2830 35 h 3 h 15 min 1994 Reconstruction of Chapel Bridge

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Alpenstrasse . S tr April to October November ls Mythenst a 2 Landenberg 13 7.00 – 19.00 no max. parking time per hour: CHF 3 Furkastr. r. n Zihlmattweg e from 2017 to March s r Haslihorn Rent-a-BikeTödistr. cycleA hire 2 days’ unrestricted travel CHF 180 CHF 110 3 Alpenquai 7 9.00 – 19.00 no max. parking time per hour: CHF 3 3 days’ unrestricted travel CHF 210 CHF 140 Lucerne railway station, SBB counter on upper floor 4 days’ unrestricted travel CHF 230 CHF 160 Tel. +41 (0)51 227 32 61 | www.rentabike.ch 4 Löwenplatz 8 7.00 – 16.00 max. 1 h per hour: CHF 10 5 days’ unrestricted travel CHF 240 CHF 170 Lucerne youth hostel 5 Kasernenplatz 5 7.00 – 19.00 max. 2 h daytime per hour: CHF 10 10 days’ unrestricted travel CHF 300 CHF 220 Tel. +41 (0)41 420 88 00 | www.youthhostel.ch/luzern Children (6-16) nextbike Lido: per hour CHF 5 CHF 30 (one-off) 6 Lido / Brüel 13 7.00 – 19.00 no max. parking time 2-10 days (flat-rate) Tel. +41 (0)41 50 80 800 | www.nextbike.ch/de/luzern/ Brüel: per hour CHF 3

6 | | 7 20 Bourbaki Panorama www.kunstmuseumluzern.ch | Tel. +41 (0)41 226 78 00 The giant painting in the round by Edouard Castres portrays the Opening hours: Tue – Sun 10.00 – 17.00 | Wed 10.00 – 20.00 French Army of the East under General Bourbaki crossing over Prices: adults CHF 15, groups CHF 12 into Switzerland during the Franco-Prussian War. Visitors to the new permanent exhibition come away with a strong impression 23 Rosengart Collection of the precarious conditions experienced by the 87,000 French Classic Modernism takes centre stage at the Rosengart Collec- soldiers during their internment in Switzerland. tion: alongside unique groups of works by Pablo Picasso and www.bourbakipanorama.ch | Tel. +41 (0)41 412 30 30 Paul Klee, it features more than 20 other world-famous artists of Opening hours: April – October, 09.00 – 18.00 daily. the 19th and 20th centuries including Monet, Cézanne, Vuillard, November – March, 10.00 – 17.00 daily. Bonnard, Matisse, Braque, Léger, Miró, Chagall, Kandinsky and Prices: adults CHF 12, groups CHF 10 others. www.rosengart.ch | Tel. +41 (0)41 220 16 60 21 Glacier Garden Opening hours: April – October, 10.00 – 18.00 daily. With its park, observation tower and historic Swiss House, November – March, 11.00 – 17.00 daily. the Garden takes visitors on a trip through time from the palm Prices: adults CHF 18, groups CHF 15 beach by the lake to the glaciers of the last ice age. Other attractions include a unique portrayal of the Alps in relief, the 24 Swiss Museum of Transport Million Year Show, temporary exhibitions and the Alhambra Displayed at the Swiss Museum of Transport are more than 3000 Mirror Maze. items illustrating the development of transport and mobility on www.gletschergarten.ch | Tel. +41 (0)41 410 43 40 road, rail and water, not forgetting air and space travel. The cinema Opening hours: April – October, 09.00 – 18.00 daily. features the country’s biggest screen, while the Planetarium, Swiss November – March, 10.00 – 17.00 daily. Chocolate Adventure and Hans Erni Museum are further excellent Above: Jesuit Church, Lucerne Left: Lion Monument, Lucerne Prices: adults CHF 15, groups CHF 12 reasons for making time to come here. + For locations see map on page 7 www.verkehrshaus.ch | Tel. +41 (0)41 370 44 44 22 Lucerne Museum of Art Opening hours: summer 10.00 – 18.00 daily. Ranked amongst the country’s most important art museums, Winter 10.00 – 17.00 daily. Lucerne is known for its ambitious programme of national and Prices: adults CHF 30, groups CHF 26 10 KKL Luzern culture and convention centre 14 Needle Dam international exhibitions. It focuses on contemporary art and The KKL Luzern with its 1840-seater concert hall is the work of the The Needle Dam was built in 1859/60. It was renovated and aspects of its own collection. Parisian architect Jean Nouvel. The Lucerne Hall, the auditorium extended in 2009 – 2011. The water level of Lake Lucerne is in the convention centre and the Kunstmuseum Luzern art gal- still regulated manually by the removal or insertion of wooden Other museums in Lucerne lery are part of this sensational architectural masterpiece. “needles”. Museum Telephone Website Prices (adults) Prices (groups) Alpineum +41 (0)41 410 62 66 www.alpineum.ch CHF 6 CHF 5 History Museum +41 (0)41 228 54 24 www.historischesmuseum.lu.ch CHF 10 CHF 8 Sights Museum in Bellpark +41 (0)41 310 33 81 www.bellpark.ch CHF 10 CHF 8 Natural History Museum +41 (0)41 228 54 11 www.naturmuseum.ch CHF 8 CHF 6 and museums Richard Wagner Museum +41 (0)41 360 23 70 www.richard-wagner-museum.ch CHF 8 CHF 6 Lucerne Museum Card: costing CHF 36, this card gives Swiss Travel Pass: free admission to almost all museums 11 Chapel Bridge 15 Spreuer Bridge unrestricted admission to all of Lucerne’s museums over two The Chapel Bridge was constructed in the first half of the 14th The Spreuer Bridge was completed in 1408 as part of the city’s consecutive days. www.luzern.com/museum-card century as part of the city’s fortifications. The painted panels add- fortifications. It features 67 paintings depicting the Dance Maca- ed in the 17th century portray scenes of Swiss and local history, bre added by Kaspar Meglinger between 1626 and 1635. This was including biographies of the city’s patron saints, Leodegar and the only place that chaff from cereals (Spreu) and foliage could be Mauritius. dumped into the river – hence the name.

12 Water Tower 16 Musegg Wall and its towers The octagonal tower, over 34 metres in height, was built in around The Musegg Wall is part of the fortification ring built after 1386. 1300 as part of the city’s fortifications. It has been used as an Three of its nine towers are open to the public. The Zyt Tower is archive, treasury, prison and torture chamber and is now adorned by the oldest clock in the city, dating from 1535. Lucerne’s trademark attraction. 17 Lion Monument 13 Jesuit Church The “Dying Lion of Lucerne” is one of the world’s most famous The Jesuit Church was constructed in around 1666 as the first monuments. Carved out of rock, it commemorates the heroism in sacred baroque building in Switzerland. The vault was redecorat- 1792 of Swiss soldiers who died attempting to protect the Tuiler- Swissarena at the Swiss Museum of Transport ed in the middle of the 18th century. Inside is a chapel devoted ies Palace in Paris. Mark Twain described the Lion of Lucerne as to Brother Klaus, patron saint of Switzerland, which contains the “the saddest and most moving piece of rock in the world”. habit he wore. Kunstmuseum Luzern (art gallery)

8 | | 9 Hotels www.luzern.com/hotel

★ = superior Name Website Rooms Beds ★★★★★ Palace Luzern www.palace-luzern.ch 129 256 ★★★★★ Grand Hotel National www.grandhotel-national.ch 41 67 ★★★★★ Schweizerhof Luzern www.schweizerhof-luzern.ch 101 196 ★★★★★ The Hotel www.the-hotel.ch 30 60 ★★★★ Art Deco Hotel Montana www.hotel-montana.ch 62 117 ★★★★ Hermitage Seehotel www.hermitage-luzern.ch 69 138 ★★★★ Radisson Blu Hotel Lucerne www.radissonblu.com/hotel-lucerne 189 358 ★★★★ Sonnmatt Luzern www.sonnmatt.ch 106 122 ★★★★ Ameron Hotel Flora www.flora-hotel.ch 161 287 ★★★★ Astoria www.astoria-luzern.ch 252 440 ★★★★ Cascada Hotel www.cascada.ch 66 106 ★★★★ Château Gütsch www.chateau-guetsch.ch 27 54 ★★★★ Continental-Park www.continental.ch 92 170 ★★★★ Des Balances www.balances.ch 56 108 ★★★★ Grand Hotel Europe www.europe-luzern.ch 169 350 ★★★★ Hofgarten www.hofgarten.ch 18 34 ★★★★ Hotel Monopol Luzern www.monopolluzern.ch 73 138 ★★★★ Hotel Seeburg - Chalet Gardenia www.hotelseeburg.ch 16 35 ★★★★ Hotel Wilden Mann www.wilden-mann.ch 49 89 ★★★★ Rebstock www.rebstock-luzern.ch 30 48 ★★★★ Renaissance Lucerne Hotel www.renaissance-luzern.ch 86 172 ★★★ Hotel Restaurant Anker* www.hotel-restaurant-anker.ch 40 80 ★★★ Waldstätterhof www.hotel-waldstaetterhof.ch 96 172 ★★★ Altstadt Hotel Krone www.krone-luzern.ch 29 65 ★★★ Altstadt Hotel Le Stelle www.lestelle.ch 10 20 ★★★ Ambassador www.ambassador.ch 31 54 ★★★ Bellevue www.bellevue-luzern.ch 19 42 Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Concert hall, KKL Luzern ★★★ Boutique Hotel weisses Kreuz www.altstadthotelluzern.ch 21 54 ★★★ De la Paix www.de-la-paix.ch 39 70 ★★★ Des Alpes www.desalpes-luzern.ch 45 85 ★★★ Drei Könige www.drei-koenige.ch 63 120 ★★★ Hotel Fox** www.hotelfox.ch 64 k.A. ★★★ Hotel Rothaus www.rothaus.ch 48 85 ★★★ Hotel Seeburg www.hotelseeburg.ch 45 85 ★★★ ibis Styles Luzern City www.ibis.com/8549 115 190 Package offers: ★★★ Thorenberg www.thorenberg.ch 19 38 www.luzern.com/special-offers ★★ Stern Luzern www.sternluzern.ch 15 30 ★★ Schlüssel www.schluessel-luzern.ch 10 23 Festivals and events ★ ibis Budget Luzern City www.ibis.com/6782 128 239 Lucerne is famous for its calendar of festivals and events, including Lucerne Youth Hostel www.youthhostel.ch/luzern 45 206 classical music, blues, rock, comics and thrilling sporting events. Pickwick www.hotelpickwick.ch 17 45 www.luzern.com/events Villa Maria www.bnb.ch/1378 10 20 Nc Alpha www.hotelalpha.ch 47 90 Nc Altstadt Hotel Magic www.magic-hotel.ch 13 26 2017 2018 Event Website Nc Aparthotel Adler www.hoteladlerluzern.ch 31 51 Holiday apartments: Nc Baslertor Summer Pool Hotel www.baslertor.ch 17 50 www.luzern.com/holiday-flat 1. – 9. 4. 14. – 22. 4. Fumetto – International Comix Festival www.fumetto.ch Nc Falken www.hotel-falken.ch 15 34 1. – 9. 4. 17. – 25. 3. LUCERNE FESTIVAL | Easter www.lucernefestival.ch Nc Hotel Alpina Luzern www.alpina-luzern.ch 36 67 9.7. July* LUCERNE REGATTA www.lucerneregatta.com Nc Hotel Spatz www.spatz-luzern.ch 15 30 July* July* Spitzen Leichtathletik Luzern (athletics) www.spitzenleichtathletik.ch Nc Linde - 6 9 21. – 29. 7. 20. – 28. 7. Blue Balls Festival www.blueballs.ch Nc Lion Lodge Luzern www.lionlodge.ch 25 82 Nc Luzernerhof www.luzernerhof.ch 65 122 11. 8. – 10. 9. 17. 8. – 16. 9. LUCERNE FESTIVAL | Summer www.lucernefestival.ch Nc Richemont Hotel www.richemont.cc 14 35 23. 9. – 1. 10. 22. – 30. 9. World Band Festival www.worldbandfestival.ch Nc Rösli Guest House www.roesli.ch 9 20 Campsites: 29. 10. 28. 10. SwissCityMarathon – Lucerne www.swisscitymarathon.ch Nc Royal www.hotel-royal-luzern.ch 46 80 11. – 19. 11. 10. – 18. 11. Lucerne Blues Festival www.bluesfestival.ch Nc Seminarhaus Bruchmatt www.seminarhaus-bruchmatt.ch 25 30 www.luzern.com/camping 18. – 26. 11. 17. – 25. 11. LUCERNE FESTIVAL | Piano www.lucernefestival.ch Nc Tourist Hotel www.touristhotel.ch 35 100 Nc Weinhof www.hotel-weinhof.ch 28 54 * Exact dates not known at time of printing

Nc = not classified | * = Opening late August 2016 | ** = Opening November 2016

10 | | 11 Shopping City tours www.luzern.com/go-shopping www.luzern.com/citytours

Lucerne has a huge choice of shops and boutiques offering an ex- Lucerne’s attractions are best discovered on a guided tour. Lucerne Tourism quisite selection: typical Swiss items such as chocolate, exclusive offers a large selection of themed tours. watches from world-famous brands, fine jewellery and attractive fashion. A visit to the Wochenmarkt market along the Reuss on Tuesdays and Saturdays is an experience in itself.

General opening hours: Mon – Wed 9.00 – 18.30, Thu + Fri 9.00 – 21.00, Sat 9.00 – 16.00. City tour Wochenmarkt market

City tour Time, prices, details Languages* Shops Telephone Website Opening hours City tour of Lucerne Duration: 2 hours CN, DE, EN, Watches Join us as we visit world-famous sights such as the Chapel Bridge with its oc- Tour guide CHF 230 FI, FR, IT, NL, Mon – Wed 08.30 – 19.30, Thu 08.30 – 21.00 Bucherer +41 (0)41 369 77 00 www.bucherer.ch tagonal Water Tower, the Jesuit Church and KKL Luzern, and discover amazing For individual visitors: May – October daily; PL, PT, RU, Fri – Sat 08.30 – 19.30, Sun 09.00 – 12.30, 14.00 – 19.00 and amusing aspects of the history and everyday lives of the inhabitants. We November – March Wednesdays and Saturdays SV, ES, CS Mon – Fri 08.30 – 18.30, Sat 08.30 – 16.00 (until 17.00 in summer) explore hidden alleys and lively squares and catch a glimpse of the Musegg Wall April Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays Embassy +41 (0)41 418 20 80 www.embassy.ch Sun 16.00 – 19.00 (summer) crowning the city. The familiar and the new – Lucerne looks forward to your visit! Time: 09.45, CHF 18, DE / EN Mon – Sat 8.30 – 19.30 (until 21.00 on Thu) Meeting point: Tourist Information Lucerne Gübelin +41 (0)41 417 00 10 www.guebelin.ch Sun 09.00 – 12.30, 14.00 – 19.30 A Chat by the Fountain Duration: 2 hours DE, EN, FR, Swiss Lion AG +41 (0)41 410 61 81 www.swisslion.ch Mon – Fri 08.30 – 19.30, Sat 08.30 – 19.00, Sun 09.00 – 19.00 Water plays a central role in Lucerne, which started out as a fishing village Tour guide CHF 250 IT Souvenirs before becoming a trading centre followed by a world-famous destination. Water April – October: Mon – Sat 08.00 – 22.00, Sun 09.00 – 19.00 as a source of food, safe transportation and motive power – and relaxation. We Casagrande +41 (0)41 418 60 60 www.casagrande.ch November – March: Mon – Fri 09.00 – 19.00 follow the scent of the lake, discover what links the city’s fountains with Face- Sat 09.00 – 18.30, Sun 10.00 – 18.00 book, find out where beer is brewed and learn how high the Reuss reached in Chocolate / confectionery 1910 in the flood of the century. Immerse yourself in Lucerne, the city of water! Max Chocolatier +41 (0)41 418 70 90 www.maxchocolatier.com Mon – Fri 10.00 – 18.30, Sat 09.00 – 16.00 Journey Back to the Middle Ages Duration: 2 hours DE, EN, FR, Branch on Schwanenplatz Experience Lucerne as it was growing – when bells marked the daily routine and Tour guide CHF 300 IT Mon – Wed / Fri 07.00 – 19.00, Thu 07.00 – 21.00, Bachmann +41 (0)41 227 70 70 www.confiserie.ch Sat 07.00 – 17.30 craftsmen plied their trades in the alleys. A time in which fortified towers, walls from 15.3. Sun 09.30 – 19.00 / from 15.9. Sun 09.30 – 18.00 and bridges were erected and mercenaries and merchants shaped the city. On this tour, with a guide in medieval costume, we bring the Middle Ages to life in all its various aspects. Shopping centres Telephone Website Opening hours Mon / Tue / Wed 9.00 – 18.30, Thu / Fri 9.00 – 21.00 Facades Tell Stories Duration: 2 hours DE, EN Manor +41 (0)41 419 76 99 www.manor.ch Sat 08.00 – 16.00 Facades exert a fascination thanks to their tales of magic and customs, trades Tour guide CHF 250 and guilds. Look at the houses with fresh eyes and discover who painted the Mon – Fri until 21.00 or later RailCity Lucerne +41 (0)51 227 48 00 www.sbb.ch/en Sat / Sun / public holidays until 20.00 or later “devil on the wall”. Learn about the artists and their works: from grisaille painting to American street art, from Seraphin Weingartner and Hans Erni to “sprayfrei”, Emmencenter, Mon / Tue / Thu 09.00 – 18.30, Wed / Fri 09.00 – 21.00 +41 (0)41 260 61 12 www.emmencenter.ch the city’s anti-graffiti campaign. Emmen Sat 08:00 – 16:00 Lucerne’s fortifications – the Musegg Wall Duration: 2 hours CN, DE, EN, Pilatusmarkt, Mon / Tue / Thu 09.00 – 18.30, Wed / Fri 09.00 – 21.00, +41 (0)41 348 22 22 www.pilatusmarkt.ch Kriens Sat 08.00 – 16.00 Lucerne was once protected by a stone curtain wall and 30 towers. Ascend the Tour guide CHF 250 FI, FR, IT, NL, Musegg and hear about the building of the wall, today a national monument. PL, PT, RU, Surseepark, Mon – Wed / Fri 08.00 – 18.30, Thu 08.00 – 21.00, +41 (0)41 455 74 72 www.surseepark.ch Enjoy the panoramic views and observe the mystical movement of the clock SV, ES, CS Sursee Sat 08.00 – 16.00 pendulum in the Zyt Tower. Erected more than six centuries ago, the timber-clad Länderpark, Stans +41 (0)41 618 88 56 www.laenderpark.ch Mon – Fri 09.00 – 20.00, Sat 08.00 – 18.00 covered battlements are still a feature of Lucerne – silent witnesses to an eventful, troubled past. Market Where When City Train Duration: 40 minutes, April – October daily DE, EN, FR, IT, Wochenmarkt market: The road-going City Train offers an overview of Lucerne. Audio information is public tours, price per person CHF 10 (10 or ES, RU, CN, Along the Reuss Tuesday and Saturday mornings vegetables, fruit and flowers available in various languages during the tour. more persons), special tour CHF 360 JA, NL, IND Flea market Untere Burgerstrasse and Reusssteg Saturdays from May to October Monthly goods market Bahnhofstrasse 1st Wednesday of month March to December * Chinese: CN, German: DE, English: EN, Finnish: FI, French: FR, Indian: IND, Italian: IT, Japanese: JA, Dutch: NL, Polish: Crafts market Weinmarkt; in December Hirschenplatz 1st Saturday of month April to December PL, Portuguese: PT, Russian: RU, Swedish: SV, Spanish: ES, Czech: CS

No liability for accuracy of information. Subject to change. Max. 25 persons per guide. Prices subject to change.

12 | | 13 Gastronomy Nightlife www.luzern.com/restaurants www.luzern.com/nightlife

Lucerne offers more than traditional Swiss fare. Grand Casino Luzern Available alongside the national cuisine are countless variations Total entertainment under one roof: gaming tables in of international cuisine from every continent. The following the Grand Jeu Casino and slot machines in the Jackpot selection will help you navigate Lucerne’s eclectic Casino; an atmospheric cocktail bar; Mediterranean-in- gastronomy. spired culinary delights in the Restaurant Olivo; live piano music; numerous shows, concerts and a club atmosphere.

Daily 12.00 – 04.00. Admission to gaming area “zu Pfistern” guildhall from 18 years of age with valid passport, European ID or Swiss driving licence. Restaurant Address Telephone Website Capacity Above: Grand Casino Luzern www.grandcasinoluzern.ch Left: Lucerne Theatre Asian Tel. +41 (0)41 418 56 56 Li Tai Pe Furrengasse 14 +41 (0)41 410 10 23 www.litaipe.ch 130 Kanchi Indian Restaurant Zürichstrasse 4 +41 (0)41 410 67 08 www.kanchi.ch 80 Cha chà – Thai Positive Eating Citybay, Bürgenstrasse 3 +41 (0)58 568 38 20 www.eatchacha.ch 50 Mediterranean / Italian Restaurant Balances, Hotel des Balances Weinmarkt +41 (0)41 418 28 28 www.balances.ch 72 Bellini Ristorante Ticinese, Murbacherstrasse 4 +41 (0)41 228 90 50 www.continental.ch 160 Hotel Continental-Park Restaurant Mostrose Da Ernesto Rathausquai 11 +41 (0)41 410 17 44 www.da-ernesto.ch 74 Brasserie Flora, Ameron Hotel Flora Seidenhofstrasse 5 +41 (0)41 227 66 66 www.flora-hotel.ch 70 Restaurant Grottino 1313 Industriestrasse 7 +41 (0)41 610 13 13 www.grottino1313.ch 77 Scala Restaurant, Art Deco Hotel Montana Adligenswilerstrasse 22 +41 (0)41 417 35 41 www.hotel-montana.ch 120 Restaurant Marlin, Hotel Palace Luzern Haldenstrasse 10 +41 (0)41 416 10 37 www.palace-luzern.ch 65 Venue Address Telephone Website Mediterranean / Spanish Bars Bolero Restaurant, Hotel Cascada Bundesplatz 18 +41 (0)41 226 80 80 www.bolero-luzern.ch 100 Bar of the Hotel Des Balances Weinmarkt +41 (0)41 418 28 28 www.balances.ch Mediterranean / French Bar Lounge at Seeburg Seeburgstrasse 53 – 61 +41 (0)41 375 55 55 www.hotelseeburg.ch Brasserie Bodu Kornmarkt 5 +41 (0)41 410 01 77 www.brasseriebodu.ch 80 Bar National Haldenstrasse 4 +41 (0)41 419 09 09 www.national-bar.ch Swiss Bar Seehotel Hermitage Seeburgstrasse 72 +41 (0)41 375 81 81 www.hermitage-luzern.ch Restaurant Gartenhaus 1313 Lindenstrasse 21 +41 (0)41 240 25 65 www.gartenhaus1313.ch 68 BLUE / Pacifico / Casablanca Pilatusstrasse 15 +41 (0)41 226 87 87 www.schiller-luzern.ch Fondue House, Hotel Falken Falkengasse 6 +41 (0)41 410 37 37 www.fondue-house.ch 45 Louis Bar – Art Deco Hotel Montana Adligenswilerstrasse 22 +41 (0)41 419 00 00 www.hotel-montana.ch Rebstock (Hotel and Restaurant) St. Leodegarstrasse 3 +41 (0)41 417 18 19 www.rebstock-luzern.ch 120 Wirtshaus Taube Burgerstrasse 3 +41 (0)41 210 07 47 www.taube-luzern.ch 120 Lounge & Bar suite Pilatusstrasse 1 +41 (0)41 210 21 31 www.suite-lounge.ch Stadtkeller Luzern Sternenplatz 3 +41 (0)41 410 47 33 www.stadtkeller.ch 300 Nectarbar Inseliquai 12 b +41 (0)41 211 07 04 www.nectar-bar.ch Swiss/international Penthouse – Roof Top Bar Pilatusstrasse 29 +41 (0)41 226 88 88 www.penthouse-luzern.ch Restaurant Burgerstube + Sauvage, Schweizerhof Bar Schweizerhofquai +41 (0)41 410 04 10 www.schweizerhof-luzern.ch Bahnhofstrasse 30 +41 (0)41 210 16 16 www.wilden-mann.ch 40 Romantik Hotel Wilden Mann Seebar Europaplatz 1 +41 (0)41 226 73 08 www.kkl-luzern.ch Hofgarten (Hotel and Restaurant) Stadthofstrasse 14 +41 (0)41 410 88 88 www.hofgarten.ch 120 The Lounge – The Hotel Sempacherstrasse 14 +41 (0)41 226 86 86 www.thelounge-luzern.ch Restaurant Lapin, Hotel De la Paix Museggstrasse 2 +41 (0)41 418 80 00 www.ambassador.ch 50 Concert/gig venues Restaurant Nix’s in der Laterne Reusssteg 9 +41 (0)41 240 25 43 www.nixinderlaterne.ch 45 Bar 59 Industriestrasse 5 +41 (0)41 360 52 00 www.bar59.ch Seeburg (Hotel and Restaurant) Seeburgstrasse 53-61 +41 (0)41 375 55 55 www.hotelseeburg.ch 52 Jazzkantine zum Graben Grabenstrasse 8 +41 (0)41 410 73 73 www.jsl.ch/kantine.htm Restaurant 1871 Haldenstrasse 4 +41 (0)41 422 18 71 www.1871.ch 120 Restaurant Hermitage, Seehotel Hermitage Seeburgstrasse 72 +41 (0)41 375 81 81 www.hermitage-luzern.ch 80 Schüür – concert centre Tribschenstrasse 1 +41 (0)41 368 10 30 www.schuur.ch Restaurant National, Grand Hotel National Luzern Haldenerstrasse 4 +41 (0)41 419 09 09 www.grandhotel-national.com 45 Sedel – music centre Sedel +41 (0)41 420 63 10 www.sedel.ch Restaurant Galerie, Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern Schweizerhofquai +41 (0)41 410 04 10 www.schweizerhof-luzern.ch 80 Stadtkeller Luzern (Nov – March) Sternenplatz 3 +41 (0)41 410 47 33 www.stadtkeller.ch Restaurant Mill’Feuille Mühleplatz 6 +41 (0)41 410 10 92 www.millfeuille.ch 80 Cultural centres Restaurant Davis Lidostrasse 27 +41 (0)41 370 28 15 www.davis-luzern.ch 40 KKL Luzern Europaplatz 1 +41 (0)41 226 70 70 www.kkl-luzern.ch Zur Werkstatt Waldstätterstrasse 18 +41 (0)41 979 03 03 www.zurwerkstatt.ch 50 Kleintheater Luzern Bundesplatz 14 +41 (0)41 210 12 19 www.kleintheater.ch Restaurant Château Gütsch Kanonenstrasse +41 (0)41 289 14 14 www.chateau-guetsch.ch 110 Lucerne Theatre Theaterstrasse 2 +41 (0)41 228 14 14 www.luzernertheater.ch Zunfthausrestaurant Pfistern Kornmarkt 4 +41 (0)41 410 36 50 www.restaurant-pfistern.ch 62 Südpol Luzern – music, dance, theatre Arsenalstrasse 28 +41 (0)41 318 00 40 www.sudpol.ch Vegetarian / vegan Treibhaus – youth and cultural centre Spelteriniweg 4 +41 (0)41 360 14 88 www.treibhausluzern.ch tibits Zentralstrasse 1 +41 (0)41 226 18 88 www.tibits.ch 150 (Lucerne railway station, upper floor) Tipping: tips are included in the price. The amount is often rounded up. * Other function rooms available

14 | | 15 Left: cattle drive in Entlebuch / above: carnival in Lucerne

Christmas in Lucerne

www.luzern.com/traditions Customs Christmas

Carnival William Tell – the legend Seasonally decorated Lucerne is especially beautiful during Advent. Lights Carnival is Lucerne’s “fifth season”. An intoxicating six-day The story goes of how Emperor Albrecht tried to deprive the and stars sparkling in the alleys and on the bridges reflect in the water. celebration of chaos and zest for life. Bizarre figures in fantas- inhabitants of their freedom in the valleys of Uri, Schwyz Christmas markets, the crib in front of the city hall with life-size figures, tical masks and costumes parade through the alleyways, while and Unterwalden. The bailiffs he entrusted with this mission, the famous Seeburg Christmas Hotel and traditional Christmas customs musicians blow their instruments in joyful cacophony and Landenberg and Gessler, were tyrannical in their oppres- contribute to the special atmosphere. thousands of costumed revellers chase the winter away. sion of the people. Three men, Walter Fürst of Uri, Werner www.luzern.com/christmas 2017 Lucerne Carnival: 23. – 28. 2.; 2018: 8. – 13. 2. Stauffacher of Schwyz and Arnold Melchthal of Unterwalden, www.luzerner-fasnacht.ch each with ten comrades, gathered on the Rütli Meadow, Christmas markets and events where they swore to win back freedom for their fatherland. Market/event Location Website 2016 2017 2018 Alpine cattle drives, fairs and markets Gessler was not unaware of the general disaffection. In Railway station, www.christkindlimarkt.ch 24.11. – 24.12. 24.11. – 24. 12. 23. 11 .– 24. 12. Various alpine cattle drives, fairs and markets take place in the Lucerne Christkindli market order to nip this in the bud, he had a pole erected in the RailCity Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region in September and October. town square of Altdorf, on top of which a hat was placed: Lucerne Christmas market Franziskanerplatz www.weihnachtsmarktluzern.com 3. – 21. 12 2. – 20. 12. December* The Entlebuch cattle drive down from Sörenberg to Schüpfheim everyone was ordered to bow to it to show their respect to Schweizerhof Hotel Schweizer- www.schweizerhof-luzern.ch 27.11. / 4.12. features more than 200 cattle accompanied by herdsmen and December* December* him every time they passed by. William Tell, an honest man Christmas Market hof Luzern and 11.12. dairymen with traditional carts and folk groups. of the land, refused to do this. His punishment was to shoot Lucerne Christmas and Weinmarkt, www.handwerksmarkt.ch 3.,8.,10.,11.,17. December* December* www.luzern.com/traditions an apple placed on top of his son’s head with a bolt from a Crafts Market Hirschenplatz und 18. 12. crossbow. Tell managed this without harming his son. International Venite Christ- Kapellplatz www.venite.ch 15. – 18. 12. 14. – 17. 12. 13. – 16. 12. Klausjagen / Nicholas Chase mas Forum The Küssnacht Klausjagen (Nicholas Chase) is one of Europe’s However, Gessler noticed that Tell had kept a second bolt Designer gift market Kornschütte www.designschenken.ch 2. – 4. 12. 1. – 3. 12. 30. 11. – 2. 12. most imposing St. Nicholas’ Day customs. The procession in his bag. When questioned why, Tell replied: “With this Pilatus Christkindli market Pilatus Kulm www.pilatus.ch 18. – 20. 11. 17. – 19. 11. 16 .– 18. 11. featuring around 200 ornate “Iffelen” hats, the figure of St. Nich- second bolt I would have shot you had I hit my son.” On Einsiedeln Christmas market Klosterplatz www.einsiedler-weihnacht.ch 26. 11. – 4. 12. 2. – 10. 12. 1. – 9. 12. olas and the archaic din of more than 1,000 “Nicholas chasers” hearing this, Gessler had him bound and taken across the Willisau Christkindli market Willisau www.christkindlimarkt.willisau.ch 2. – 4. 12 8. – 10. 12. 7. – 9. 12. draws 20,000 spectators to Küssnacht am Rigi every year. lake by boat. Stans Christmas market Höfli- und www.stans.ch The event normally takes place on 5 December. 10. – 11. 12. 9 .– 10. 12. 8. – 9. 12. While on the water, a mighty storm broke out. The oarsmen Steinmättli-Areal www.klausjagen.ch begged Gessler to let Tell lead them to safety. On approach- Seeburg Christmas Hotel Seeburgstr. 53-61 www.weihnachtshotel.ch 2 0 .11.1 6 – 6 .1.17 19.11.17 – 6.1.18 18 .11.18 – 6.1.19 ing the opposite shore, Tell suddenly leapt onto a protruding Live on Ice Lucerne City www.luzern.com/liveonice 24.11.16 – 8.1.17 December– December– Swiss wrestling and alpine festivals rock slab (now marked with the Tell Chapel) and made good centre January* January* Numerous Swiss wrestling (Schwing) and alpine festivals take his escape over the Axenberg and the Rigi to the Hohlen * Exact dates not known at time of printing. place every year, accompanied by yodelling, flag-throwing, Gasse in Küssnacht, where he lay in wait for his foe, Bailiff alphorn blowing and folk music. Events include the Rigi-Schwin- Gessler. His plan worked: Gessler met his end with a bolt City stroll: Pine Boughs and Bright Lights gen, the Brünig-Schwinget, the Innerschweizer Schwing and shot from Tell’s crossbow. Stroll through Lucerne with us as we help shorten the wait until Christmas. Duration: 1.5 – 2 hours Alpine Festival and various cantonal wrestling festivals. www.uri.info We reveal the secrets surrounding the Christ Child and Father Christmas, Tour guide CHF 300 www.luzern.com/traditions how pine trees found their way into our living rooms, and since when illumi- DE, EN, FR, IT nations have been adorning our streets and squares. You hear seasonal and humorous stories featuring Lucerne’s Christmas traditions in December and visit the life-size crib. www.luzern.com/christmas-stroll

16 | | 17 Weggis Vitznau Rigi – The Oasis of Wellbeing

The idyllic resorts of Weggis and Vitznau are located on the shores of Lake Lucerne at the foot of Mt. Rigi, the “Queen of the Mountains”. This holiday region has been making a name for itself as one of Switzerland’s best wellness destinations. It is home to five leading wellness hotels featuring first- class spa facilities and amenities.

This region is known as the Lucerne Riviera, owing to the many days of sunshine and the mildness of the climate that encourages warmth-loving flora such as palms, orchids and chestnut trees. www.wvrt.ch

Certified wellness hotels ★ Name, place Website Rooms Beds 5★ Park Weggis, Weggis www.phw.ch 52 100 4★ Hotel Alexander & Gerbi, Weggis www.alexander-gerbi.ch 70 140 4★ Wellness Hotel Rössli, Weggis www.wellness-roessli.ch 60 100 3★ Hotel Rigi Kaltbad, Rigi Kaltbad www.hotelrigikaltbad.ch 52 100

Other hotels ★ Name, place Website Rooms Beds 5★ Park Hotel Vitznau, Vitznau www.parkhotel-vitznau.ch 47 94 4★ Hotel Vitznauerhof, Vitznau www.vitznauerhof.ch 53 100 4★ Romantik Hotel Beau-Rivage, Weggis www.beaurivage-weggis.ch 39 70 4★ Campus Hotel Hertenstein, Weggis www.campus-hotel-hertenstein.ch 59 118 3★ Central am See, Weggis www.central-am-see.ch 32 61 3★ Friedheim, Weggis www.hotel-friedheim.ch 26 52 3★ Frohburg, Weggis www.frohburg.ch 12 21 3★ Kurhaus Seeblick, Weggis www.kurhaus-seeblick.ch 47 60 3★ Seehof Hotel Du Lac, Weggis www.hotel-du-lac.ch 22 44 3★ SeeHotel Gotthard, Weggis www.gotthard-weggis.ch 16 32 3★ See- und Seminarhotel FloraAlpina, Vitznau www.floraalpina.ch 57 100 3★ Terrasse am See, Vitznau www.hotel-terrasse.ch 21 42 3★ Edelweiss Rigi, Rigi Staffelhöhe www.edelweiss-rigi.ch 20 36 2★ Seminar-Hotel Rigi am See, Weggis www.hotelrigi.ch 55 80 2★ Viktoria, Weggis www.viktoria-weggis.ch 8 14 2★ Alpina, Rigi Kaltbad www.alpina-rigi.ch 9 16 0★ Bergsonne, Rigi Kaltbad www.bergsonne.ch 15 30 Nc Alpenblick, Weggis www.alpenblick-weggis.ch 30 52 Nc Kur- & Ferienhaus St. Otmar, Weggis www.otmarsan.ch 18 30 Nc Mirabell Budget Hotel, Weggis www.budgetweggis.ch 18 40 Nc Schweizerhof, Weggis www.schweizerhof-weggis.ch 31 57 Nc Rigi, Vitznau www.rigi-vitznau.ch 35 73 Nc Berggasthaus Burggeist, Gersau www.rigi-burggeist.ch 10 29 Nc Berghaus Unterstetten, Rigi Kaltbad 4 26 Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths and Spa Nc Festpark Hotel Felchlin, Rigi Staffel www.festpark-rigi.ch 33 70 The public baths designed by Mario Botta comprise mineral Nc Heiri-Hütte, Rigi Klösterli www.heirihuette.ch 2 6 baths and a spa area. The spacious indoor pool flows out Nc Rigi First, Rigi First www.rigifirst.ch 25 57 into the outdoor pool with its beautiful views of the moun- Nc Rigi Klösterli, zum Goldenen Hirschen, www.kloesterli.ch 35 62 tains and lake. Guests of the Hotel Rigi Kaltbad benefit from Rigi Klösterli underground access to the facility and admission two hours Nc Rigi Kulm-Hotel, Rigi Kulm www.rigikulm.ch 33 66 before the general public. Nc Rigi-Seebodenalp, Küssnacht am Rigi www.hotelseebodenalp.ch 10 24 www.mineralbad-rigikaltbad.ch Nc = not classified Tel. +41 (0)41 397 04 06

18 | | 19 Meetings and LUCERNE CONNECT congresses

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11th Switzerland Meeting Trophy 2015 Social media Useful apps at the Swiss Museum of Transport Lucerne Tourism maintains an active presence in the following Various apps are available if you need information social media: while you’re out and about: www.luzern.com/apps Top-notch amenities make Lucerne the ideal premium www.facebook.com/ilovelucerne business destination, leaving nothing to be desired: Lucerne has hosted numerous conferences and congresses, including: www.twitter.com/I_love_lucerne Alongside multi-purpose event centres such as the world-famous KKL Luzern culture and convention centre by the star archi- Swiss www.youtube.com/luzerntourismus tect Jean Nouvel and the Swiss Museum of Transport, the city Energy Research Conference benefits from numerous hotels offering the latest amenities and a April 2016 / 250 attendees www.instagram.com/ilove_lucerne range of exceptional locations for gala dining and receptions. Hunkeler Innovation Days Lucerne also offers the perfect setting for your function or event. February 2015 / 6000 attendees Online reputations The city’s enviable location on the shores of the lake and nearby Restaurants and hotels are keen to maintain quality. Ask your City Guide Lucerne GPS tracks Alpine peaks provide ideal settings for side programmes and WorldSkills General customers to share their experiences in the Lucerne – Lake team-building events. The city is compact yet replete with sights, Assembly Lucerne Lucerne Region using online reputation platforms such as attractions, culture and exceptional shopping facilities. September 2014 / 200 attendees TripAdvisor and TRUSTYOU.

The Lucerne Convention Bureau is the department at Lucerne Tourism responsible for Business Tourism; it puts its local knowl- edge at your disposal. Snow report Swiss Hike Events The services offered are free and designed to make the organising of events as straightforward as possible: Webcam Our new Roundshot webcam offers real-time – Free advice on planning your event views of Lucerne. The system also provides Online brochures – Ideas for programmes archived and time-lapse images. Brochures are all available from www.luzern.com/ – Staff provide site inspections www.luzern.com/webcam brochures in downloadable PDF format; they can – Free hotel bookings management in the also be viewed online. Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region www.luzern.com/brochures – Support for bid presentations – Gathering information material for your attendees

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14 Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region. 1 Pilatus 6 Melchsee-Frutt 10 Schwyz 15 Willisau 15 2 Titlis 7 Lake Lucerne Navigation 11 Uri 16 UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch 13 Company (SGV) 3 Engelberg 12 Weggis Vitznau Rigi 17 Stoos-Fronalpstock

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5 Bürgenstock 9 Obwalden 14 Sempach 1 Lucerne’s landmark mountain offers breathtaking views 2 The TITLIS is the highest vantage point in Central over the Alps and lakes, the world’s steepest cogwheel Switzerland and offers the only accessible glacier in the railway and modern yet historical hotels. region. Experience perfect panoramic views of snow- capped mountains and unspoilt Alpine idylls. Get high on Highlights: emotions! – Golden Round Trip: excursion with panorama gondolas, cableway, cogwheel railway and boat from Lucerne Highlights: – Largest rope park in Central Switzerland and Switzerland’s – TITLIS Rotair – the world’s first revolving cable car longest summer toboggan run (1,350 m) on Fräkmüntegg – TITLIS Cliff Walk – Europe’s highest suspension bridge – Ideal for hiking or strolling – Glacier Park: the summer attraction for all ages with sliding – Pilatus Business Centre: flexible room concept for up to 300 toys and snow tubes persons and state-of-the-art infrastructure – Largest skiing/snowboarding area in the Lucerne – Lake – Wind and weatherproof glazed panoramic gallery Lucerne Region – Hiking routes for all levels of ability and fitness

Facts and figures Facts and figures Cost: adults per person: CHF 72 Cost: adults per person: CHF 92 Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 57.60 Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 74 STS discounts: Swiss Travel Pass / Swiss Card / Swiss Flexi Pass / STS discounts: Swiss Travel Pass / Swiss Card / FlexiPass / Pilatus Cogwheel Railway Half-Fare Card / GA: 50% discount on standard prices Titlis Rotair Half-Fare and GA travelcards: 50% discount on standard prices Operation: hours of operation: www.pilatus.ch Operation: hours of operation: www.titlis.ch Excursion duration: 4 – 5 hours from Lucerne Excursion duration: approx. 5 hours from Lucerne Pilatus Directions from Lucerne: road to Kriens: 10 min., Titlis Directions from Lucerne: road to Engelberg 40 min., 2132 possibilities above sea level to Alpnachstad: 20 min., public transport to Kriens: 15 min., Experience a fabulous day out 3020 metres up in the snow train 50 min. Tel. +41 (0)41 329 11 11 train to Alpnachstad: 20 min., by boat: 50 – 90 min. Tel. +41 (0)41 639 50 50 Hotels and restaurants: Hotel Terrace, Berghotel Trübsee, [email protected] | www.pilatus.ch Hotels and restaurants: Hotel Pilatus-Kulm and Hotel Bellevue [email protected] | www.titlis.ch Panorama Restaurant Titlis, refuge at Stand, Restaurant Trübsee

4 Offering a first-class year-round mountain experience, 6 The charming holiday resort of Melchsee-Frutt lies in the the Rigi is a majestic peninsula in Lake Lucerne boasting heart of the Lucerne – Lake Lucerne Region surrounded by Europe’s first cogwheel railway, more than 120 km of lakes and mountains. This family-friendly, car-free destina- footpaths and breathtaking 360° panoramic views. tion is popular with day-trippers summer and winter. Highlights: – Classic Rigi Round Trip: fascinating round trip from Lucerne Highlights: by boat, cogwheel railway and panoramic aerial cableway – Magnificent landscape with three crystal-clear lakes – Pure nostalgia: atmospheric paddle steamer from Vitznau – Fun rides on the Fruttli road-going train at alt. 2,000 m – Cable car restaurant: dine high above Lake Lucerne – Sports climbing on the Bonistock with more than 140 – Rigi event marquee: the perfect event venue at Rigi Staffel for established routes up to 750 persons – Family-friendly hiking routes along the lakes with barbecue – Rigi Kaltbad Mineral Baths and Spa: bathe in a legendary spots and cosy restaurants setting with views of the mountains – Winter sports area (plentiful snow) with an 8 km sledge run to Stöckalp – Winter walking trails and waymarked snowshoeing trails lead through the fantastic snowy scenery Facts and figures Cost: adults per person: CHF 72 Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 57.60 Facts and figures STS discounts: Swiss Travel Pass 100%, Eurail 50%, Cost: adults per person: CHF 29 GA 100%, Half-Fare Card 50% Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 23.20 Rigi Kulm Operation: all year round Melchsee-Frutt STS discounts: Swiss Travel Pass / Swiss Card / FlexiPass: Excursion duration: 4 – 5 hours from Lucerne 50% discount on standard prices Directions from Lucerne: road to Vitznau: 40 min . /to Goldau: Operation: hours of operation: www.melchsee-frutt.ch Rigi 30 min., Public transport, i.e. boat or train/bus to Vitznau: 1 h, Melchsee-Frutt Excursion duration: 4 hours from Lucerne Queen of the Mountains by train to Goldau: 30 min. A Central Swiss gem Directions from Lucerne: road: 45 min. Tel. +41 (0)41 399 87 87 Hotels and restaurants: Hotel Rigi Kulm, Restaurant BärgGnuss, Tel. +41 (0)41 669 70 60 Hotels and restaurants: Posthuis, Gemsy, frutt Lodge & Spa, [email protected] | www.rigi.ch Rigi Staffel, Rigi Kaltbad [email protected] | www.melchsee-frutt.ch frutt family Lodge, Distelboden, Bonistock, Tannalp, Erzegg

24 | | 25 17 The thrilling view from the Fronalpstock over 10 lakes, 18 At alt. 1444 metres, the charming, traditional village of countless Alpine peaks and the vertical drop down to the Rütli Andermatt draws visitors from the world over. Nestling in Meadow is unique at any time of year. pristine Alpine scenery, the resort offers winter and summer activities including golf, angling, mountain biking, climbing, Highlights: hiking and skiing. – Steep, spectacular funicular railway and comfortable chair lifts The Andermatt Swiss Alps project sees Andermatt developing – Come face-to-face with Swiss traditions, customs and history into a unique year-round destination. Six new 4 and 5-star – Natural, family-friendly vantage point and holiday activities hotels, apartment residences and chalets form the core of the high above Schwyz and the Muotathal Valley Andermatt Swiss Alps project. New amenities and facilities – Groomed ridge trail from the Klingenstock to the Fronalpstock, including a swimming pool are envisaged, and work on plus many other footpaths and trails expanding and modernising the SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun – Easily accessible and varied winter skiing area installations has begun. The new 18-hole golf course is one of the summer highlights. Early tangible evidence of the Andermatt Swiss Alps transfor- mation is the 5-star Superior hotel The Chedi Andermatt, which Facts and figures is open all year round and boasts two restaurants and three Costs (travelcard in summer / mountain card in winter) event venues. The second hotel, a four-star establishment with Adults per person: CHF 40 180 rooms, is due to open in winter 2017/18. It will offer two Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 30 restaurants, conferencing facilities, a concert venue and a Fronalpstock peak STS discounts: with Swiss Travel Pass and GA free as far as The Chedi Andermatt swimming pool. Stoos village Stoos- Operation: all year round Highlights: Excursion duration: 4 – 5 hours from Lucerne Andermatt – 18-hole golf course Directions from Lucerne: road to Schwyz (funicular lower – SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun Fronalpstock terminus): 40 min. Public transport to Schwyz, Stoos Railway: Swiss Alps – Devil’s Bridge and Suvorov Monument Where Switzerland began 66 minutes – The Chedi Andermatt Tel. +41 (0)41 818 08 08 Hotels and restaurants: Seminar- und Wellnesshotel, Gipfelres- Tel. +41 (0)41 874 88 88 [email protected] | www.stoos.ch taurant Fronalpstock, various guest houses and restaurants [email protected] | www.andermatt-swissalps.ch

7 Lake Lucerne fascinates with its scenic beauty and 5 The new Bürgenstock Resort near Lucerne is taking shape historic sites. 19 vessels including five vintage paddle in readiness for its opening in summer 2017. Occupying a steamers ply the lake, ideal for round trips and a wide breathtaking location 500 metres above Lake Lucerne, the variety of excursions. car-free resort is divided into three zones: Residence, Tourism / Spa & Conferences and Healthy Living. Highlights: It comprises three hotels with 400 rooms and 800 beds, 68 – One-hour round trip on the Saphir panorama yacht with audio Residence Suites, 12 restaurants and bars, plus a unique guide in eleven languages portfolio of leisure and recreational activities set in pristine – Themed culinary cruises throughout the year, including Thai, surroundings: walking, tennis, golf, curling, art and culture. The brunch and fondue Bürgenstock Alpine Spa, set to be one of Europe’s largest and – Sunset cruise by paddle steamer with 3-course sunset menu most modern, will offer views of Lake Lucerne. The spa boasts (May to September) three pools, an inspirational “Way of the Senses”, Kneipp – Lunchtime paddle steamer cruise (May to September) hydrotherapy and a spectacular infinity-edge outdoor pool. – Trips in winter – various cruises every day The interior will feature a sauna zone, a steam bath, whirlpool – Advent, Christmas and New Year’s Eve cruises baths, a gym area plus 15 treatment rooms and three private – MS 2017: new starting May 2017 – large motorboat with spas. The Bürgenstock funicular railway remains closed until banquet seating for up to 400. www.MS2017.ch the resort reopens. The Cliff Path and Hammetschwand Lift Saphir panorama yacht Bürgenstock Hotel and restaurant are open from May to October. The Restaurant & Pension Taverne 1879, Gasthaus Trogen, golf course and Golf Restaurant are open. Lake Lucerne Facts and figures Bürgenstock Price of round-trip on the Saphir: Highlights: Navigation Adults per person: CHF 25 RESORT LAKE – Cliff Path learning trail Groups of 10 or more, per person: CHF 19 – Panoramic footpath 500 metres above the lake STS discounts: Swiss Travel Pass valid on all scheduled – Hammetschwand Lift – Europe’s tallest outdoor lift Company services, discount on Saphir LUCERNE – Unique, spectacular views Tel. +41 (0)41 367 67 67 Operation: all year round Tel. +41 (0)41 612 90 10 [email protected] | www.lakelucerne.ch Excursion duration: ¾ to 5 hours. [email protected] | www.buergenstock.ch

26 | | 27 3 This, the largest winter and summer holiday resort close to 8 Nowhere in the world are there so many mountain railways and Lake Lucerne, is located at 1,000 m and can be reached in only cableways concentrated in such a small area: the Pilatus, Titlis, 75 minutes from Zurich or Basel airports. Engelberg offers 5’885 Stanserhorn and Bürgenstock are world-famous. Between Lucerne hotel and guest house beds, as well as other accommodation in and Engelberg, Nidwalden boasts more than 40 mountain railways, low-cost dormitories, holiday homes and a campsite. Engelberg cableways and tourist destinations, many of them on the shores of looks back on a long, eventful history with the Benedictine Lake Lucerne. It has so much to offer in the way of accommoda- monastery featuring prominently. Cableways and a funicular lead in tion, and its leisure and recreational facilities are popular with all directions – including to the Titlis Glacier at 3,020 m, the Brunni visitors. Nidwalden enjoys a rich heritage when it comes to sacred and the Fürenalp. sites of interest, including pilgrim trails (Maria Rickenbach) and “places of power” (up to 28,000 Bovis units), as well as culture and traditions. A visit to Switzerland’s last-remaining traditional glassworks in Hergiswil is great whatever the weather.

Engelberg show dairy Innovative world-first on the Stanserhorn: CabriO® The making and selling of cheeses enjoys a long tradition at Engelberg The double-deck aerial cable car with an open top deck allows visitors Monastery. Here in Switzerland’s only monastery-based show dairy, to enjoy the wind in their hair as they ascend to the peak. visitors can see how cheese is made by hand. Winter fun and relaxation Summer paradise Nidwalden offers family-friendly snowsports in Klewenalp and 500 km of footpaths and trails. The adventurous can let off steam in the Wirzweli, as well as pristine nature on the Bannalp and Niederricken- rope park, abseil into a glacial crevasse or try via ferrata climbing. bach / Haldigrat. A great place for snowshoe tours and off-piste skiers! There’s no opportunity for boredom in Engelberg. Summer activities “Buiräbähnli” Engelberg Winter and snowsports Lake Bannalp Choose from swimming in the lake, canoeing, sailing, diving, hiking A season from October to May with 82 kilometres of runs and one of and barbecuing, mountain biking, golfing, archery and paragliding, the longest descents in the Alps (12 km). Non-alpine skiers can enjoy quad bike touring, rope park and rock climbing. cross-country skiing, sledging and snowshoeing. Gastronomy and hospitality Engelberg-Titlis FIS Ski Jumping World Cup Nidwalden Nidwalden has more than 100 hotels and restaurants – including rustic Switzerland’s only ski jumping world cup on the world’s longest natural eateries up in the mountains – plus around 50 varieties of cheese. Engelberg-Titlis Tourism | Tel. +41 (0)41 639 77 77 jump featuring top competitors: the world cup weekend is a superlative Nidwalden Tourism | Tel. +41 (0)41 610 88 33 Rounding out the offer in the canton’s glorious natural setting are [email protected] | www.engelberg.ch experience that takes place in Engelberg every December. [email protected] | www.nidwalden.com comfy holiday lets, sleep-in-straw farms and campsites.

9 This pearl between Lucerne and Interlaken is far more than just 10 Natural wonders, customs, cultural treasures, history: there the central point of Switzerland. Obwalden is notable for its scenic are so many facets to Schwyz. Nature-lovers journey into the variety in the midst of mountains, forests and lakes. Visitors love the Muotathal Valley to explore the karstic landscape of Silberen or sheer variety of summer activities, including walking, mountain the coldest place in Switzerland – the Glattalp. Carnival, biking, climbing and fishing. Obwalden in winter is popular for its Sennenchilbi fairs, St. Nicolas processions and Swiss wrestling plentiful snow and family-friendly winter sports resorts. One festivals show the traditional side of Schwyz. While the upland attraction that doesn’t depend on the weather is the world’s only moors, mountains and lakes invite exploration, Einsiedeln underground shooting centre – the Brünig Indoor in Lungern. You Monastery is a place of peace and contemplation. The Museum sleep well in Obwalden – the destination where dreams come true. of Swiss Charters and battlefield at Morgarten are reminders of Obwalden will give away its best-kept secrets – and that’s a promise! Switzerland’s beginnings. Mount Rigi and the Fronalpstock offer bird’s-eye views of Schwyz.

Älggialp – geographical centre Victorinox Museum The geographical centre point of Switzerland is on the Älggialp in Ob- The exhibition presents the history of the Swiss Army Knife. walden. A walk to this place along the cairn path is well worth the effort. It includes a variety of rare exhibits. If advance notice is given, visitors can assemble their own pocket knife. Where Brother Klaus lived and worked Flüeli-Ranft was the stamping ground of Niklaus von Flüe, the patron Forum of Swiss History saint of Switzerland known as Brother Klaus. His burial chapel in A modern history museum and a place to encounter and experience Sachseln, the house where he was born and lived and the Obere Ranft cultural history. The new permanent exhibition explaining the Chapel are testaments of this period. emergence of Switzerland brings history to life.

Switzerland’s largest moorland setting Einsiedeln Monastery Boasting countless species of flora and fauna, the country’s most The monastery looks back on a 1,000 year history. Pilgrims from all Panorama road, Giswil extensive stretch of moorland lies above Sarnen around Glauben- Lake Lauerz with the Mythen over the world pray to its Black Madonna. The abbey library houses berg-Langis. In winter the region becomes a magnet for cross-country very early examples of book illumination. The Marstall is Europe’s skiers with more than 40 km of trails. oldest stud.

Lungern-Turren destination Bödmeren primeval spruce forest Obwalden The popular Lungern-Turren destination can be reached via an aerial Schwyz Official hiking trails lead through this natural tract of forest in the cableway (opened April 2016). It abounds with fascinating flora and Muotathal Valley. Beneath the home of the “weather prophets“ Obwalden Tourism | Tel. +41 (0)41 666 50 40 fauna and awe-inspiring distant views of, for instance, the Eiger, Mönch Schwyz Tourism | Tel. +41 (0)41 855 59 50 stretches one of Europe’s largest accessible cave systems – the [email protected] | www.obwalden-tourismus.ch and Jungfrau. [email protected] | www.schwyz-tourismus.ch Hölloch.

28 | | 29 11 Between the blue waters of the Lake Uri and the glaciers of the Gotthard massif lies an ancient landscape of unsurpassed The City. diversity. The Alps in the holiday destination of Uri are pristine and full of life. There’s no escaping their enchantment once they have cast their spell on you. This is a land of incredible stories, The Lake. myths and legends. An extensive network of hiking trails and spectacular mountain bike routes leads into an imposing The Mountains. mountainscape. Uri is a place of culture: music, museums, art and culture trails forge a link between tradition and the present day.

Uri – aerial cableways galore Providing effortless access to friendly mountain guest houses and idyllic picnic areas, the 37 aerial cableways are ideal starting points for walks and hikes.

Uri – mountain biking paradise Fabulous biking thanks to 19 local trails and a downhill route, with magnificent views in imposing scenery between the Alps and Lake Uri.

Discovering the Tell myth The original locations featured in the myth of Swiss freedom-fighter Chlital-Gietisflueh aerial cableway William Tell are still very much in evidence in Uri, ensuring a fascinating journey of discovery.

Living culture and customs 2017: Alpentöne international music festival, gospel choirs, Momänt & Uri Co theatre group 2018: Eigägwächs, Musikbühne Uri music festival Uri Tourismus AG | Tel. +41 (0)41 874 80 00 Annual: Tonart Festival, Isenthal crafts market, alpine cheese market, [email protected] | www.uri.info December Days

18 The holiday resort on the Gotthard is a place where nature-lovers like to kick back and relax all year round. Andermatt is surrounded by eight Alpine passes. The village is easily accessible as it’s so central. The resort boasts Central Switzer- land’s largest winter sports area, including alpine and cross-country skiing, groomed footpaths, snowshoeing trails and lots more. Visitors are well served in summer, with an abundance of nature, countless little lakes, glaciers and lovely side valleys, all of which can be explored on foot or by mountain bike. Currently emerging in Andermatt is a luxury resort featuring hotels, apartments and villas (see p. 27).

Fascinating Alpine passes Mountain bikers, cyclists and e-bikers benefit from a network of more than 250 km of waymarked trails and innumerable pass roads. The St. Gotthard BikePass can be used all day long on the public transport system.

Refuge hikes The region’s 16 refuges, interconnected with hiking trails, offer a unique experience in pristine nature.

SkiArena Andermatt-Sedrun Susten Pass 120 km of groomed and varied runs. Excellent off-piste conditions. The installations are being renewed over the next few years as the resort expands. Andermatt Activities away from the pistes Aside from the skiing, the resort offers 36 km of groomed footpaths, Andermatt Resort I Tel. +41 (0)41 888 71 00 eight waymarked snowshoe trails and 28 km of groomed cross-coun- [email protected] I www.andermatt.ch try skiing.

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Scenic rail journeys Group activities

Route Information Provider / telephone / website Details

Gotthard Scenic Express Lucerne – Ticino Duration: approx. 5 hrs Aeschbach Chocolatier AG, The tour of the company’s production premises where pralines are dipped and decorated is led by The journey from Lucerne into Mediterranean-like southern Switzerland starts with a www.sbb.ch/gotthard-panorama-express Root / Lucerne an Aeschbach chocolatier. Visitors can then visit the ChocoWelt interactive presentation explaining cruise on a paddle steamer on sparkling Lake Lucerne. From Flüelen, the journey con- +41 (0)41 747 33 66 how cocoa is turned into mouthwatering chocolate and taste a variety of chocolate specialities. tinues by rail in a comfortable 1st-class panoramic coach on the world-famous scenic www.chocolatier.ch German / English Gotthard line to Bellinzona and Lugano. Agrovision Burgrain AG Burgrain is where organic food is grown on 40 hectares of land, processed and marketed. Follow +41 (0)41 980 57 90 our guides around the various points of interest: cattle stabling, poultry section and bee hives, BLS RegioExpress Lucerne – Bern Duration: 1 h 29 min / hourly www.agrovision.ch ProSpecieRara orchards and organic cheese dairy and bakery. German The route from Lucerne to Bern through the Entlebuch and Emmental regions is one of www.bls.ch/luzern-bern Switzerland’s best-kept rail secrets. The Entlebuch is Switzerland’s first UNESCO bio- AlpTransit Gotthard AG On a guided tour, visitors learn all about the New Railway Link through the Alps (NRLA) project and sphere. Low-roofed farmhouses in the hilly countryside are typical of the Emmental. +41 (0)41 884 72 90 the construction of the world’s longest railway tunnel (57 km). www.alptransit.ch German / English Voralpen-Express Lucerne – St.Gallen Duration: 2 h 15 min / hourly The Voralpen Express is the direct rail connection between Lucerne and St. Gallen and the www.voralpen-express.ch Dettling World of Kirsch, Brunnen There can be no visit of the “cherry road” without a tour of the Dettling World of Kirsch in Brunnen quickest service towards southern Switzerland. This enchanting route passes four lakes and +41 (0) 855 50 58 on Lake Lucerne. On a guided tour lasting around 1½ hours, visitors get to taste some fine kirsch showcases various aspects of the pre-alpine topography. It takes around two hours to travel www.dettling.ch (cherry eau-de-vie) featuring well-rounded, flavourful nuances. Seeing, smelling and tasting are all from Lake Lucerne over Switzerland’s highest railway viaduct to the UNESCO World Heritage www.kirschstrasse.ch part of the experience. German / English / French town of St.Gallen. Hergiswil Glassworks Visitors learn the 200-year history of the glassworks in the ‘cabinet of illusions’. They can play on +41 (0)41 632 32 32 glass instruments, observe optical phenomena and learn all about the latest applications that this GoldenPass Line Lucerne – Montreux Duration: www.glasi.ch ancient material lends itself to. Prior booking essential. German / English / French / Italian Two languages, three worlds, eight lakes, one line: the GoldenPass Line ranks amongst Lucerne – Interlaken Ost: 1 h 50 min one of Switzerland’s most enchanting scenic routes. Connecting Lucerne with the Vaud Interlaken Ost – Zweisimmen: 1 h 11 min Fassbind AG, Oberarth Steaming copper vessels and the aroma of clear spirits. On a tour of Switzerland’s oldest distillery Riviera via Interlaken and Zweisimmen, the trip takes around four-and-a-half hours and Zweisimmen – Montreux: 1 h 48 min +41 (0)41 859 04 04 visitors learn all about the manufacture of delectable fruit eau-de-vie. involves three railway companies. www.goldenpassline.ch www.fassbind.ch German / English / French / Italian

Lucerne – Engelberg Express / Lucerne – Interlaken Express www.zentralbahn.ch/panorama Kambly SA, Trubschachen A multimedia show explains the Kambly story and the production of the biscuits. The show It takes just 43 minutes by train to reach the mountain village of Engelberg at the foot of +41 (0)34 495 02 22 confectionery, a café and over 100 biscuits to taste are further highlights. German / English / Mt. Titlis (alt. 3,208 m). The two-hour trip over the Brünig Pass to Interlaken passes five www.kambly.ch French / Italian lakes and countless waterfalls and rivers. The alpine views from either route make for a Swiss Chocolate Adventure, The Swiss Chocolate Adventure is a tourist experience that connects visitors in a compelling way magnificent experience. Swiss Museum of Transport, with the discovery, provenance, manufacture and transport of chocolate. Seeing, hearing, tasting: Lucerne +41 (0)41 370 44 44 this multimedia voyage of discovery appeals to all the senses. German / English / French / Italian / www.verkehrshaus.ch Spanish / Mandarin

32 | | 33 Activities Hiking tips Route Information Four Lakes High-Altitude Trail / Melchsee-Frutt – Engelberg (Lake Trüb) The Four Lakes High-Altitude Trail is one of Switzerland’s loveliest walking routes. www.engelberg.ch The setting-off point is the upper terminus of the Melchsee-Frutt aerial cableway. www.melchsee-frutt.ch Rossweid – Kemmeribodenbad Take the gondola cableway from Sörenberg village to Rossweid. The trail is then more or less flat to Salwideli, then slightly downhill to Kemmeriboden-Bad. The gondola saves the climb, which means that the walk is suitable for less experienced visitors as well as families. www.biosphaere.ch Walen Trail / Oberrickenbach – Engelberg The Walen Trail is a unique high-altitude trail between the Brunnig and Bannalp areas. This 11 km route features a unique environment featuring the mysterious Walenstock mountains and views reaching into the Swiss Mittelland region. www.bannalp.ch Swiss Path The Swiss Path is arguably the best-known round walk in the country. It takes in various spots with links to Swit- zerland’s past. The 35 km Path was a common endeavour by all the country’s cantons to mark the Confederation’s 700th anniversary (1291–1991). Arranged as a series of sections, it is partly wheelchair accessible and can be Brüsti, Uri reached by boat and train. www.weg-der-schweiz.ch Stoos Ridge Trail / Klingenstock – Fronalpstock The Stoos Ridge Trail between the Klingenstock and Fronalpstock offers views of 10 lakes and countless peaks in Central Switzerland. Aside from the fascinating panorama, there is a wealth of alpine flowers to be admired. www.morschach-stoos.ch Waldstätterweg long-distance trail While the well-known Swiss Path follows the shores of Lake Uri, the Waldstätterweg Trail takes in the rest of Lake Lucerne between Brunnen and the Rütli Meadow. Its length is 119.6 kilometres. Half of it follows historical paths. All of its recommended setting-off / arrival points are on the lake and can be reached by public transport. www.waldstaetterweg.ch Other walking tips: www.luzern.com/hike

Cycling and MTB tips Route Information Lakes Route sections 5 & 6 / Meiringen – Sarnen – Zug The Brünig Pass marks the border between Canton Bern and Central Switzerland; the two are bound by a pilgrim’s way, a railway and a dialect. Obwalden: a small canton consisting of one large valley, a pre-alpine landscape dotted with hamlets and shallow lakes, and long-standing traditions. www.swisstrails.ch Lucerne round trip This route leads through the Seetal and Lake Sempach region to Willisau. It continues on to Sörenberg and over the Glaubenbielen Pass back towards Lucerne. Shortly thereafter an almost surprising stillness envelops the forests and fields, and then Lakes Baldegg and Sempach, bordered by reeds, appear, soothing the eyes and nerves. The rider can then taste the bitter-sweet Willisauer Ringli at the pretty little destination town. www.swisstrails.ch Napf Bike / Bern – Lucerne Between Bern and Lucerne lies the Emmental, a lovely hilly region ideal for mountain bike touring. The high point of the tour is the Napf with its unforgettable all-round view. www.swisstrails.ch St. Gotthard BikePass Eight famous passes – the Gotthard, Furka, Nufenen, Susten, Grimsel, Oberalp, Lukmanier and Klausen – are waiting to be climbed. Cyclists can have their BikePass stamped on completing a pass. A full BikePass can be exchanged for a personalised certificate. www.uri.info Chänzeli, Seelisberg Other cycling and MTB tips: www.luzern.com/cycling

Golfing tips Golf courses Information Küssnacht am Rigi Golf Club Küssnacht am Rigi Golf Club lies on an elevated plateau and offers glorious views of the Rigi, the entire pre-alpine chain and Lakes Zug and Lucerne. www.gck.ch Lucerne Golf Club Founded in 1903, this is Switzerland’s third-oldest club after Engadine and Montreux. The club moved to its current location on the Dietschiberg in 1925 and opened an 18-hole course. It has been modified a number of times in the ensuing years to keep pace with tastes. www.golfsuisse.ch Golf Sempachersee Golf Sempachersee, the largest golf resort in Switzerland, boasts two 18-hole championship courses and is a mem- ber of the Leading Golf Courses organisation. www.golf-sempachersee.ch Engelberg-Titlis Golf Club Playing on Engelberg’s 18-hole course is an experience in two regards: the unique mountain panorama combines with the course’s challenges to create a unique blend of sport and nature. www.golfclub-engelberg.ch Andermatt Golf Course This 18-hole golf course extends between Andermatt and Hospental. Commencing in 2014 it is open to all owners of Andermatt Swiss Alps properties and hotel guests staying in Andermatt and its environs. The general public will be admitted from 2016. www.andermatt-swissalps.ch Other golfing tips: www.luzern.com/golfing

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Engelberg-Titlis Golf Club LUCERNE BACK TO NATURE As an “EnergyCity”, Lucerne benefits from a number of advantages, including easy accessibility via public transport, short local distances and a modern infrastructure. Visitors to the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region experience a unique natural resource, a rich heritage of local customs and crafts and an array of regional specialities. www.luzern.com/backtonature Activities in nature and a cultural environment are designed to inspire the visitor to experience the region with all their senses – for example:

Activities in the city Regional gastronomy Water-based stories and activities in Gastro-walks / farmhouse specialities Lucerne City Buying local products Guided excursions around the UNESCO and taking a traditional “Urschwyzer” Biosphere Entlebuch cheese home in the world’s first 100% electric tour bus Sleeping Activities in nature in straw or an environmentally friendly on foot around Lake Lucerne, or from 5-star hotel spring to spring in the mountains On the move Relaxation and inspiration Unlimited travel throughout Central Swit- in natural spas on Alp Chäserenholz zerland with the Tell-Pass

Customs and traditions Insider tips Following in the footsteps of William Tell from a sausage seminar to traditional “weather prophets”

Guest card Barrier-free access Visitors overnighting in the region People with disabilities can visit receive the Lucerne – Lake Lucerne www.luzern.com for information guest card free of charge. Its on planning a stay in the region; 70-plus special offers and discounts it provides interactive maps for cableways, mountain railways, and details of barrier-free access museums and excursions are valid to selected leisure facilities, throughout the holiday region sights, public amenities and transport companies. www.luzern.com/visitors-card

UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch

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City tour of Lucerne Farmhouse meals (copyright: Agrotourismus Schweiz) Gastro-hikes Winter activities

Fun in the snow in the heart of Switzerland – what could be more

natural? Here, where the arrival can even be by boat, the skiing areas offer an important breadth of scope. 550 km of groomed

runs in unique resorts are waiting to be discovered. All are easy Resorts (alt. in m) Website / telephone Sports area (alt. in m) No. of cableways/lifts Ski runs in km (total) No. of fun parks skiing Children’s Cross-country (classic) trails ski in km Cross-country trails ski (skating) in km Winter footpaths in km Snowshoe trails in km Sledge runs in km to reach from Lucerne. www.luzern.com/winter-experiences Seebodenalp 1020 m www.skilifte-seebodenalp.ch 1030 – 1250 2 5 – – 5.5 5.5 3 – – Rigi www.rigi.ch 1798 m +41 (0)41 399 87 87 1316 – 1798 7 9 – – 14 – 35 5 10 Rigi-Scheidegg-Burggeist www.rigi.ch 1656 m +41 (0)79 616 37 77 1020 – 1650 2 5 – – 14 – 7 – 4 Sattel-Hochstuckli www.sattel-hochstuckli.ch 790 m +41 (0)41 836 80 80 790 – 1600 6 14 1 1 – – 5 – 3.5 Neusell – Rothenthurm www.neusell.ch 960 m +41 (0)41 838 11 61 960 – 1380 1 8 – 1 25 25 5 3.8 – Einsiedeln www.einsiedeln-tourismus.ch 960 m +41 (0)55 418 44 88 900 – 1200 3 6 – – 60 60 50 – 2 Mythen Region www.mythenregion.ch 1050 m +41 (0)41 819 70 00 1050 – 1593 15 50 1 1 5 5 36 32 5.3 Stoos www.stoos.ch 1300 m +41 (0)41 818 08 08 1300 – 1935 8 35 1 1 10 10 16.5 15.4 2 Ybrig www.ybrig.ch 1465 m +41 (0)55 414 26 26 1030 – 1831 12 50 1 2 27 27 15 7 7 Flüelen-Eggberge www.eggberge.ch Sörenberg 1447 m +41 (0)41 870 15 49 1450 – 1800 1 8 – 1 – – 3 3 – Spiringen-Ratzi www.ratzi.ch 1510 m +41 (0)41 879 12 32 1510 – 1840 2 4 – 1 – – 4.2 4.2 –

Piz Medel Biel-Kinzig www.biel-kinzigag.ch 3210 P. Lucendro 2963 1630 m +41 (0)41 870 26 35 1630 – 1930 3 7 – 1 – – 7 7 – Gemsstock Gotthardpass 2961 2109 Schattdorf-Haldi www.haldi-uri.ch 1080 m +41 (0)41 870 21 09 1100 – 1400 1 3 – 1 – – 7 15 2.5

Trun Disentis Furkapass Grimselpass Hospental Realp 2431 2165 Sedrun Oberalppass Andermatt Attinghausen-Brüsti www.attinghausen-tourismus.ch Tödi Oberalpstock 2044 Oberaar Hausstock 3614 3328 3158 1525 m +41 (0)41 870 14 61 1525 – 1600 1 4 – – – – 1 3 – Selbstsanft er Dammastock tsch Göschenen Göscheneralp egle Bristen 3630 Rhon Klewenalp-Stockhütte www.klewenalp.ch 3073 Hüﬁﬁrn Sustenhorn Clariden Maderanertal Wassen

3503 3268 r 1600 m +41 (0)41 624 66 00 1279 – 2001 13 40 – 1 – – 9 3 9 e Gr. Windgällen Bristen Gurtnellen h c 3188 s Gauligletscher Amsteg Meiental t e l g St. Jakob-Gitschenen www.gitschenen.ch t Guttannen if r T Gr. Spannort Sustenpass Klausenpass 3198 2224 1530 m +41 (0)41 878 01 80 1600 1 5 – 1 – 4 3 3–4 – 1948 Ortstock Titlis Engelhörner 2717Urnerboden Erstfeld 3238 Linthal Andermatt-Sedrun www.andermatt.ch Sch äch Gadmen ent al Innertkirchen 1444 m +41 (0)41 888 71 00 1444 – 2961 18 120 2 2 40 40 73 100 15.5 Surenenpass Jochpass Schattdorf 2291 Fürenalp Bannalp www.bannalp.ch Bürglen Urirotstock Hasliberg Glärnisch Kaiserstock Attinghausen 2928 2914 2515 Melchsee-Frutt Meiringen Altdorf 1600 m +41 (0)41 628 16 33 1600 – 2800 3 3 – – – – – 4 0.2 Seedorf Engelberg Brunni Bisistal Engelberg-Titlis Aare Schwanden Silberen Brünigpass 1008 Klingenstock Flüelen Brunni (23) | Fürenalp (25) www.engelberg.ch Pragelpass Bannalp Brienzersee Muotathal 1935 Isenthal Brisen Brienzer Fronalpstock 2404 Lungern Brienz Muotatal Isleten Rothorn Klöntalersee 1922 2350 1050 m +41 (0)41 639 77 77 1050 – 3028 24 82 2 3 34 34 49 11 7 Melchtal Hochybrig Illgau Lungernsee Oberrickenbach Stoos Sisikon Bauen Niederbauen Wirzweli www.wirzweli.ch Klewenalp 1593 Niederrickenbach Urnersee 1227 m +41 (0)41 628 23 94 1227 – 1579 7 5 – – – – 7 32 7 Morschach Wirzweli Giswil Seelisberg Wolfenschiessen Glaubenbühlen Oberiberg SchlattliSchlattli Sachseln Gr. Mythen Rotenﬂue Emmetten Flüeli- Schangnau e Stanserhorn Melchsee-Frutt www.melchsee-frutt.ch se Unteriberg 1899 Ibach Ranft r 1898 le Brunnen Dallenwil Sarnersee Sörenberg h ta V Kerns u Marbach i Holzegg ierw Beckenried ﬂ g al n 1920 m +41 (0)41 669 70 60 1080 – 2255 14 32 1 1 15 15 12 37 8 ä Schwyz d- te W t Gersau Sarnen ra h Buochs Sc La uerz Stans Pilatus www.pilatus.ch er Glaubenbergpass se e Ennetbürgen Alpnach- 1543 Mostelberg Vitznau Dorf Steinen Bürgenstock 2132 m +41 (0)41 329 11 11 516 – 1416 3 – – – – – 15 20 9 Alpnachersee Pilatus st 2120 Rigi Kulm ätt Stansstad 1798 ers Flühli Goldau ee Rossberg Kehrsiten-Dorf Langis-Glaubenberg www.langis-glaubenberg.ch Rothenthurm Sattel Weggis Hergiswil Wiggen Einsiedeln Kastanienbaum

Sihlsee Arth 1543 m +41 (0)41 666 50 40 1340 – 1520 1 1.5 1 – 25 25 10 11.5 0.3 Ä

g Greppen Meggen Lachen e Horw Entlebuch r Escholzmatt Giswil-Mörlialp www.moerlialp.ch i s e Merlischachen e Walchwil Etzel Biberbrugg Oberägeri Küssnacht Luzern Kriens Immensee Schüpfheim Trubschachen 1350 m +41 (0)41 675 22 28 1350 – 1850 6 14 – 1 – – 6 6 2 Höhronen Unterägeri rg Schwarzenberg be er Udligenswil Littau Schindellegi ug Z Rotsee Pfäkon Freienbach Ebikon Malters Entlebuch Sörenberg www.soerenberg.ch Hütten Langnau Jona Emmenbrücke i. E. Rapperswil Menzingen Root Zü Samstagern Gisikon Reuss Emmen 1166 m +41 (0)41 488 11 85 1166 – 2350 17 53 1 1 35 35 35 15.6 6 richsee Rotkreuz Kl. Emme Doppleschwand Richterswil ee Lake Zurich rs Romoos Stäfa Zug ge Zu Inwil Rothenburg Marbach www.marbachegg.ch Dietwil Napf Hirzel Baar 1407 Cham Eschenbach Neuenkirch Wolhusen Ruswil Fontannen 871 m +41 (0)34 493 33 88 884 – 1500 3 8 – 1 55 55 26 13 – Wädenswil Steinhausen Ballwil Rain Oetwil Hünenberg Oberrüti Menzberg Sihlbrugg Männedorf Sempach Horgen Abtwil Menznau Sins Hochdorf Hildisrieden Sempachersee Luthernbad Nottwil Buttisholz Mettmenstetten Maschwanden Auw Egg Türlersee Thalwil Eich Hergiswil Mühlau Oberkirch Luthern Erlenbach Eriswil Langnau 38 | Neudorf Grosswangen | 39 Greifensee Beinwil Willisau Albis Aoltern Sursee Wyssachen Obfelden Schenkon Mauensee Küsnacht Merenschwand Lindenberg Hitzkirch Baldeggersee Kirchberg Ettiswil Ufhusen Zumikon Huttwil Beromünster Gettnau Zell Maur Zollikon Sihltal Hedingen Mosen Rickenbach Geuensee Alberswil Ottenbach Ohmsthal Bonstetten Wauwil Muri Aesch Menziken Egolzwil Rohrbach Uetliberg Knutwil Schötz Fischbach Gondiswil Wettswil Buchs Büron Grossdietwil Kleindietwil Boswil Beinwil Nebikon Reuss Reinach Ukon Ebersecken S Altishofen Fahrwangen Altbüron Melchnau Birmensdorf Triengen Dagmersellen Madiswil Zürich Sarmenstorf Waltenschwil Gontenschwil Roggliswil Bremgarten Meister-Hallwilersee Langnau www.kettler-panorama.ch Rudolfstetten schwanden Pfanau Urdorf Kirchleerau Boniswil Busswil Lotzwil Wohlen Reiden N Villmergen St. Urban Seengen Unterkulm Schöftland Wikon Brittnau Langenthal Dietikon Back cover: Lake Lucerne Navigation Company Front cover: Chapel Bridge with Water Tower, Lucerne / Tower, Front cover: Chapel Bridge with Water

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