Accessible excursions

Pilatus

Accessible trip to Mount Pilatus

Lucerne’s local mountain, Pilatus (2,128 m above sea level), offers nature experiences and spectacular views that are also accessible to people with reduced mobility. Whether you use a wheelchair or a walking frame, Pilatus is easily accessible via various routes and offers barrier-free facilities for guests with special needs.

Accessibility

  • General: To ensure a pleasant journey by cog railway, panoramic gondola lift and cable car, we recommend booking at least one day in advance by calling +41 41 329 11 11. Wheelchair users with manual wheelchairs do not need to book if they are travelling via Kriens.
  • Tickets and concessions: Passengers with a companion card for travel with a disability and a valid ticket are entitled to bring a companion free of charge. Please present your companion card at the ticket office
  • Disabled parking: Specially marked parking spaces are available at both valley stations.
  • Restaurants: Information on the accessibility of the restaurants can be found at the following links: Restaurant Krienseregg, Restaurant Fräkmüntegg, Restaurant Bellevue, Restaurant Pilatus-Kulm, Restaurant Chalet
  • Hotels: Information on the accessibility of the hotels can be found at the following links: Hotel Pilatus-Kulm, Hotel Bellevue
  • Mountain railways: Information on the accessibility of the mountain railways can be found via the following links: Panorama-Gondelbahn, Luftseilbahn “Dragon Ride”, Zahnradbahn

Getting here

Pilatus is centrally located and easily accessible in the heart of Switzerland. You can reach the valley stations in Alpnachstad and Kriens easily via direct motorway links. You can also travel quickly and easily to the foot of the mountain by train, boat or bus.

Discover the mystical Pilatus

Striking rock formations, legendary myths and spectacular views make Mount Pilatus a popular destination. Even the journey up to Mount Pilatus is spectacular: the world’s steepest cog railway takes you up to 2,128 metres above sea level – past sheer rock faces and dramatic alpine scenery. Those who want to go even higher can climb to the summit or enjoy the sunset over Lake Lucerne.

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