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Lucerne

Lucerne
Destination Guide

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Lucerne is a city in Switzerland. It is also called 'the city of lights' .It is capital of Canton of Lucerne and seat of district with same name. Lapped by a scenic lake, surrounded by mountains of myth - a picture of this once small fishing village and its wooden Chapel Bridge is enough to connote the very essence of Switzerland. Lucerne is a beautiful small city in the heartland of Switzerland, across the lake from Altdorf. In addition to being a fine place to visit in and of it Lucerne is a great base from which to explore famous Swiss sites such as Mount Rigi and the Rütli Meadow. Lucerne, the gateway to central Switzerland, sited on Lake Lucerne, is embedded within an impressive mountainous panorama. Because of its attractions, its souvenir and watch shops, the beautiful lakeside setting and the nearby excursion mountains of the Rigi, Pilatus and Stanserhorn, the town is a destination for many travel groups and individuals on their journey through central Switzerland. Being the cultural center of a rather rural region, Lucerne regularly holds different folklore festivals, such as Lucerne Cheese Festival.

Attractions in Lucerne

Lucerne, one of Switzerland most iconic travel destinations and home to an amazing array of sights, activities and events. Lucerne mixes old world charm with a modern and vibrant nightlife.

Chapel Bridge

Chapel Bridge

Chapel Bridge

It is one of Europe’s oldest wooden bridges and landmark of Lucerne, faithfully restored to its original design after a serious fire.

Culture and Convention Centre of Lucerne

Culture and Convention Centre of Lucerne

Culture and Convention Centre of Lucerne

Culture and Convention Centre of Lucerne – It unites a large concert auditorium, the convention centre and the art museum under its imposing roof.

Lake Lucerne

Lake Lucerne

Lake Lucerne

Lake Lucerne – the scenic beauty of the lake can be discovered on the many different cruises offered by paddlewheel steamers and motor vessels.

 Pilatus, Rigi, Stanserhorn

Pilatus, Rigi, Stanserhorn

Pilatus, Rigi, Stanserhorn

Pilatus, Rigi, Stanserhorn – These are Excursion Mountains made accessible by cableways, offering up picture-book panoramas of the regions around Lucerne.

Entertainment & Event

The truly multi-cultural city of Singapore celebrates everything from Diwali to Christmas.

  • Festivals

    Summer Night Festival – music and stands around the lakeside as well as magnificent fireworks attract tens of thousands of eager onlookers from throughout Switzerland to Lucerne (August).

    Lucerne Blues Festival – every year aficionados of culture and music lovers eagerly await the release of the programme for the Blues Festival in the Grand Casino Lucerne (November).