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«Lucerne uncovered»
 

On a journey of discovery through the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region

The podcast from the heart of Switzerland

Join us on a journey of discovery through the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region. Together we will get to know exciting personalities, extraordinary traditions and hidden treasures.

The host's voice has been translated from German using AI.

#1 Richard Wagner in Lucerne

Lucerne Uncovered

Richard Wagner lived in Lucerne for six years. The time in his idyllic country house in Tribschen is said to have been his most productive and happiest. In this episode, we delve into this time and find out why he loved Lucerne so much, which works he composed here and why Wagner must also be viewed critically.

#2 Lucerne Carnival

Lucerne Uncovered

Colorfully disguised figures populate the streets and the Guggenmusigen musicians are jiving at the top of their voices. Welcome to the 5th season in Lucerne. Today we venture into the colorful world of Lucerne's carnival and discover the meaning of “Tagwache”, where Brother Fritschi comes from and why there are two big parades.

Farbenfrohe Kostüme und Masken an der Luzerner Fasnacht.
CC-BY-NC Laila Bosco | Luzern Tourismus

#3 The Guggen music of the Lucerne Carnival

Lucerne Uncovered

They have approved names and are an integral part of carnival - the Lucerne Guggen music. In this episode, we find out why the Guggen music exist and get an exclusive insight into Guggen life.

Fasnachtsumzug am Schmudo in Luzern mit verkleideten Teilnehmern, Musikgruppen und feierndem Publikum in der Altstadt.

#4 The dragons of Mount Pilatus

Lucerne Uncovered

Richard Wagner lived in Lucerne for six years. The time in his idyllic country house in Tribschen is said to have been his most productive and happiest. In this episode, we delve into this time and find out why he loved Lucerne so much, which works he composed here and why Wagner must also be viewed critically.

#5 The Musegg Wall

Lucerne Uncovered

A stone wall once protected Lucerne. It has now towered over the city for over 600 years. In this episode, we climb the Musegg Wall and uncover its centuries-old secrets. Once a symbol of power, the Musegg Wall and its nine towers are part of Lucerne's historic fortifications.

#6 The Lucerne Riviera

Lucerne Uncovered

Palm trees on the shore, deep blue water and majestic mountains - these are the villages of Weggis and Vitznau. But why do figs and palm trees grow here? What secrets do the old paths hide and what does all this have to do with the Queen of England?

#7 Christmas in Lucerne

Lucerne Uncovered

Fairy lights, decorated fir trees and the smell of mulled wine: in this episode, we take a stroll through Christmassy Lucerne and discover the stories hidden behind the festively decorated facades.

#8 Chapel Bridge

Lucerne Uncovered

The Chapel Bridge - a landmark with more secrets, history and drama than you can imagine. In this episode, we discover the fascinating history of the bridge and why it is a miracle that it is still standing today.

Kapellbrücke mit Wasserturm
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