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title: "Small town hopping | Lucerne"
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description: "The cultural and social heart of Central Switzerland is located on the shores of Lake Lucerne."
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Lucerne
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Small town hopping

 

Discover the small town gem Lucerne

The cultural and social heart of Central Switzerland is located on the shores of Lake Lucerne.

The city of Lucerne is famed for attractions that include the Chapel Bridge, the beautiful facades of the old town district, narrow passages, lively squares, Switzerland’s oldest surviving city wall and the Lion Monument. Yet here too, there are less well known delights to discover: those handful of visitors who inadvertently stray into the Neustadt or Bruchquartier districts will find local crafts on sale alongside trendy bars and restaurants. In summer, the parks and bars dotted around town are perfect places to unwind and indulge, while locals and visitors alike dance the night away at a whole range of musical events and festivals.

 

Photo spots & sights

 

Local cuisine

 

Accommodation

 

Activities & outdoor pursuits

 

Culture & tradition

 

 

> Instantly recognised by many for its celebrated Chapel Bridge and Water Tower, the city of Lucerne stands between the lake and the mountains. Away from these tourist magnets, though, there are vibrant quarters and secluded squares.

Lucerne

Paar schiesst Erinnerungsfoto vor der Kapellbrücke und dem Wasserturm.

Paar macht eine Kaffeepause im Café Luz direkt am Vierwaldstättersee

Paar besucht den Store von Max Chocolatier

Touristen in der Stadt Luzern

Paar erkundet die Ufer des Vierwaldstättersees in Luzern

Paar macht Kleinstadt-Hopping mit dem Zug

Paar reist im Zug von Kleinstadt-Perle zu Kleinstadt-Perle

 

 

Lucerne Travel Pass – Your Key to Central Switzerland

Free travel by train, bus, boat and numerous mountain railroads throughout Central Switzerland

For a choice of two, three, four, five or ten consecutive days. The Lucerne Travel Pass is a simple and uncomplicated way to discover Central Switzerland.

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