Efficient Lucerne Travel: Public Transport

• Enjoy a half-day round trip to Mount Pilatus with a gondola ride, a trip up the cable-way, a cogwheel railway ride, and a boat cruise around Lake Lucerne.
• The distinction with the "Silver round-trip" lies in the Lucerne to/from Kriens journey, which is conducted by boat cruise rather than by train.
• Enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg station overlooking the alpine valleys.
• Feel the thrill of sitting in a cockpit with 360 degree panoramic views in the aerial cable-way ride from Fräkmüntegg to Pilatus Kulm.
• Marvel at the rock formations onboard the steepest cogwheel railway down to Alpnachstad and end the day with a scenic boat cruise on the way back to Lucerne.

Inclusions

• Public bus between Kriens and Lucerne
• Access to gondola ride and aerial cableway
• Tickets to the cogwheel railway
• First/second class tickets to the lake cruise

Exclusions

• Tour guide
• Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Meals and snacks in restaurants
• Additional activities (rope park, toboggan run)
• Other personal expenses

• Tip: Let yourself be enchanted as the first rays of the sun hit the “Esel” point on Mount Pilatus and the sun sets from the “Oberhaupt” point on the mountain.
• The experience is wheelchair accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With these round-trip tickets, board the Pilatusbahn – the world's steepest cogwheel train – from Alpnachstad to the summit of Mount Pilatus in Lucerne.
• Reach 2,132 meters above sea level and take in stunning views of the Pilatus region including peaks of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne.
• At the summit, savor more expansive views from the sunny platform, and enjoy a peaceful walk along the flower path next to the trail to Tomlishorn.
• This ticket also includes a picturesque ride on the cable car between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens.

Inclusions

• Round-trip railway tickets to Mount Pilatus from Alpnachstad
• Cable car access between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens

Cogwheel Train

• First station: Alpnachstad
• Intermediate station: Ämsigen
• Last station: Pilatus Kulm

Cable Car Dragon Ride

• First station: Kriens
• Intermediate station: Fräkmüntegg
• Last station: Pilatus Kulm

• Tip: Bring binoculars for a closer view of the Alpine peaks and the chance to spot local wildlife like chamois and marmots.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Paid Parking.
• Arrival by public transport is recommended.
• During peak periods when there are many visitors, you might experience waiting periods.
• Dogs are allowed.
• You can choose your start and end point (Kriens and/or Alpnachstad).
• Please note: Cable car is closed for maintenance work from Oct 21 to Nov 8, 2024. During this time, Pilatus Kulm can be reached by cog railway from Alpnachstad.
• Please note that this is a self-guided tour.
• The cogwheel railway operates from 6 May to 17 Nov 2024.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.