Lake Lucerne
Lake Lucerne
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- ZitatravelLondon, United Kingdom831 contributionsBeautiful lakeAmazing city on the shores of this beautiful lake. Has the mountains in the backdrop for instagram photos. Pick a spot on a terrace for a drink or meal and just enjoy the views. Easter holiday time was great as not to many tourists and did not really have to book a restaurant .Visited April 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten April 8, 2023
- themanofecNorth Canton, Ohio536 contributionsWonderful boat ride on lakeWe took the boat from Weggis to Luzern after visiting Rigi. The trip was wonderful from the views from the boat, seeing the stops and the pictures of surrounding areas. Worth it to take time to go back that way with seating inside and outside to enjoy. Picturesque views the whole way.Visited March 2023Written April 9, 2023
- Akshay SharmaNew Delhi, India10,630 contributionsWow and wow!This is a crystal clear lake and provide breath taking view on all sides. One can spend the whole day relaxing and immersing in the natural beauty. On a boat ride this lake comes to life with its spectacular views.Visited April 2023Written May 1, 2023
- ETETDiamondhead, Mississippi5 contributionsPut Lucerne on your bucket list.Two senior sisters early 70’s traveled for three nights after Viking Rhine river cruise for 3 nights. Hotel Central 2 blocks from train/tram station, and the covered bridge. Neat simple rooms, delicious breakfast included. Food in city fabulous. View from hotel Montana deck gorgeous. Lake Lucerne cruise lovely, crystal clear mountain water, swans and castle or 2. Gondola to mt Pitalis a must do!Visited May 2023Traveled with friendsWritten June 1, 2023
- swoodrufMuskegon, Michigan1,400 contributionsBest Seen on a Clear DayWe were scheduled for a tour by boat on Lake Lucerne. While we could see some things, we were out on a very foggy day. It made for poor photos and a bit of a disappointment. This is obviously no one's fault! It just means I have to go back on a nice day!Visited May 2023Written June 9, 2023
- Janet rWakefield, United Kingdom18 contributionsShearings holidsy to SwitzerlandWe holidayed on the shores of lake Lucerne Hergiswil Hotel seepilates Travel was on a shearing coach trip Hotel was amazing and I’ve done a separate review It was a wonderful holiday only mared by one of the crew or shearings false information . Day to Engleberg was clearly documented that you would have opportunity to go on the revolving gondala at your own expense . We understood that and we’re happy to pay but the issue was for some unknown reason crew member did his best to discourage everyone from going up mt titlis . Even threatening us saying we would have to make it back to resort on our own . This resulted in the whole bus apart from 4 of us frighted to take the risk So if you are thinking of going on this wonderful holiday double check with shearings regarding this . Four of us went up and it was the highlight of the week and we made it back to bus in timeVisited June 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten July 9, 2023
- gfsc5Perth, Australia1,479 contributionsViewsI would normally say in a review of a lake that "it's a lake" and give it three stars. This lake, though, rates four stars because of the views. We didn't actually go out onto the lake but did wander along the shore for a long time looking across the clear blue water towards the mountains (some snow-capped). And there were lots of boats to see, and swimmers, and white swans, and the lovely city of Lucerne itself, and restaurants, and cooling ice creams. Maybe it should even be a 4.5!Visited June 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten July 24, 2023
- Raju MSugar Land, Texas17 contributionsMust do in Lucern!Really enjoyed the boat trip on Lake Lucerne from the main train station to Mt. Rigi. Beautiful water and background scenery! Got to take many pictures. Highly recommend taking a boat trip!Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten August 4, 2023
- Coryy20Port of Spain, Trinidad4,837 contributionsLove love love LucerneI took the train from Zurich, spent the day in this city, and fell in love with it. The lake is calm and so beautiful. You can take a ferry to other villages or just a scenic ride. The lake adds so much life and calmness to this scenic area. A definite must-visit.Visited November 2022Traveled soloWritten August 22, 2023
- michelle m427 contributionsNice day trip to lake LucerneNice place to visit. We took the train Basel to Lucerne for the short day trip. The lake is beautiful with lots of places to relax shop and many restaurants around with great views. We took the ferry lake Lucerne to Bürgenstock only an hour return journey which was sufficient having only a limited time here. Definitely recommend this place.Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten September 9, 2023
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Ryan
San Diego, CA163 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
You’re going to see this lake no matter where you go if you’re passing Lucerne. It’s huge and stunning. Take a boat ride across and you’ll get an unforgettable panoramic view.
Written May 21, 2023
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kseonju
Gwangju, South Korea15 contributions
Sep 2022 • Solo
Beautiful and nice landscape must to see.
Travel the Lake Lucerne using the ferry was wonderful experience that must to see.
Travel the Lake Lucerne using the ferry was wonderful experience that must to see.
Written May 8, 2023
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Akshay Sharma
New Delhi, India10,630 contributions
Apr 2023
This is a crystal clear lake and provide breath taking view on all sides. One can spend the whole day relaxing and immersing in the natural beauty. On a boat ride this lake comes to life with its spectacular views.
Written May 1, 2023
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pramod_dxb
Dubai, United Arab Emirates5 contributions
Mar 2023
Lake tour with the boat is the best and budget friendly option. Buy the tickets at the counter. Half fare card was not applicable.
Written April 26, 2023
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themanofec
North Canton, OH536 contributions
Mar 2023
We took the boat from Weggis to Luzern after visiting Rigi. The trip was wonderful from the views from the boat, seeing the stops and the pictures of surrounding areas. Worth it to take time to go back that way with seating inside and outside to enjoy. Picturesque views the whole way.
Written April 9, 2023
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Zitatravel
London, UK831 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Amazing city on the shores of this beautiful lake. Has the mountains in the backdrop for instagram photos. Pick a spot on a terrace for a drink or meal and just enjoy the views. Easter holiday time was great as not to many tourists and did not really have to book a restaurant .
Written April 8, 2023
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Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,818 contributions
Nov 2022
Beautiful blue lake with backdrop of snow-capped mountains. There are wonderful walkways along the edge of the lake and chances to enjoy scenes of boats coming and going and many different waterbirds.
Written February 16, 2023
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kc2501996
Linz, Austria10 contributions
Feb 2022
Best place to take a trip a person who loves to travel in time trough trips . Lovely nature, so clean and green.
Written January 19, 2023
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia1,693 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
It’s a massive lake that’s very peaceful and calming. I did a daily walk along it (with many locals) and it was really good in nice weather and bad weather to be at.
Lots of activity on the lake with boats etc, I did a boat cruise to Mount Rigi and the boat ride was just as enjoyable as visiting Mount Rigi.
I can see why Lake Lucerne is the number 1 on Trip Advisor, make sure you spend some time enjoying the natural wonder.
Lots of activity on the lake with boats etc, I did a boat cruise to Mount Rigi and the boat ride was just as enjoyable as visiting Mount Rigi.
I can see why Lake Lucerne is the number 1 on Trip Advisor, make sure you spend some time enjoying the natural wonder.
Written January 4, 2023
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Bella
New York1 contribution
Sep 2022
A sunny summer day, a cruise on the sparkling Lake Lucerne and a sightseeing tour with desserts on deck is no doubt a wonderful experience, but imagine how unforgettable it would be to arrange a sailing on a pleasant summer evening or a few days before Christmas, towards the Sea of Light, the town of Lake Lucerne (Lucerne)! The reason is actually the mysterious atmosphere on the lake during the autumn mists, or because of the smoke blowing in the wind as the motorboat slowly sails across the lake. The experience of sightseeing in the warmth and comfort of the saloon motor boat, with the snowy winter scenery outside the window, can only be described as a complete relaxation of mind and body.
Written January 3, 2023
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Can my dog travel on the boat free of charge with a Dog Day Pass?
Jack H
Bonita Springs, FL370 contributions
I did not see any dogs on the boat we took.
Ellen Dolson Howse
Kingwood, TX358 contributions
We plan to go ourselves on train from Zurich to luzerne. Want to know if saver day pass on railroad includes rigi cogwheel and boat trip from central station if so what are stations to plan the trip thanks
John Hereward
Tremblay-En-France, France84 contributions
What cruise is available during january?
Kim T
Glenbrook, Australia289 contributions
It runs all year
Dwane R
HOU33 contributions
Headed to Lake Lucerne late October. Will we be able to do a Lake Cruise and Mountain Trip ? Any suggestions this time of year?
Anneliese T
Coral Springs, FL88 contributions
October can be absolutely gorgeous but also rather cool. Keep in mind that some areas will have already snow by then. Lucerne will be ok but on the cooler side. So I would suggest to bring warm clothes. As to the hiking.....you talk end of October so the weather can be somewhat dicey at that time of year. Before you go, please talk to the locals! It can be cold and foggy in some areas, so be better safe than sorry. The biggest mistakes tourists make...they don't listen to locals! Whatever you do, enjoy your trip!
Deepak S
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I have swiss pass in morning I will be covering excursion to Mt. Titlis from Luzern. In evening how long boat ride should I take for Lake Luzern. Which place to get free ride?
Dee B
Greenville, SC26 contributions
We took the book from Mt Pilatus back to Lucerne. It was a beautiful ride with amazing scenery.
How much is the lake lucerne boar round trip with Swiss half pass?
burcin y
Cirali, Türkiye15 contributions
İ dont know as we did not try it
Traveller928
Canada46 contributions
How do you rent a small motor boat in Lake Lucerne? How much does it cost? Thanks.
#moving mountains
Staines, UK138 contributions
They have a group around the lake - we took a half paddle boat for around 60 (3 persons)Swiss francs. I am unsure of exact price for motor boat but was much more - somewhere over 100 Swiss franc.
Hope this helps.
verito6767
Mar del Plata, Argentina379 contributions
en los barcos regulares, se puede llevar un bocadillo en la mochila y comerlo arriba del barco?
Plutocosmo
Rorschacherberg, Switzerland211 contributions
yes you can
verito6767
Mar del Plata, Argentina379 contributions
con la swiss travel pass puedo subir gratis¿
Geri2006
Hilzingen, Germany136 contributions
Yes it is for free (gratis)
Arriving in zurich tomorrow 27/12 at 1300 what will be able to do
crash033
Richmond, UK33 contributions
Take a pleasant trip on the lake and admire the lovely town.
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