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title: "Lucerne Regatta"
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description: "The Lucerne Regatta is all about the overall World Cup title. You can watch the rowers as they prepare at the rowing center. Or you can cheer them on at the start at the Rotsee-Badi or from the stands near the finish tower. Enjoy the races from different perspectives and take a leisurely one-hour stroll around the lake.Regatta HistoryIn 1899, the first international rowing regatta took place on Lake Lucerne. Originally, the start was atSeeburg and the finish was in front of the Hotel Palace. In 1935, the event was moved to Lake Rotsee.RotseeRotsee is a one-of-a-kind natural arena and a unique recreational area for the Lucerne region. Among rowers, it is known as the “Lake of the Gods.” With its long, narrow shape (2.5 kilometers long and about 250 meters wide), gentle currents, and calm conditions, it is perfect for rowers. The finish tower is the visible landmark of the rowing regattas. It houses the jury and timekeeping during competitions. The regattas start at the Rotsee-Badi, at the far end of the lake.DateAugust 23–29, 2027&nbsp;(World Rowing Championships)"
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Lucerne Regatta
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Rowers at the Lucerne Regatta 2014

Women rowers at the Lucerne Regatta 2014

Lucerne Regatta 2014

Witness the world’s best rowers competing at this three-day annual event on Lake Rot.

 The Lucerne Regatta is all about the overall World Cup title. You can watch the rowers as they prepare at the rowing center. Or you can cheer them on at the start at the Rotsee-Badi or from the stands near the finish tower. Enjoy the races from different perspectives and take a leisurely one-hour stroll around the lake.

Regatta History
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In 1899, the first international rowing regatta took place on Lake Lucerne. Originally, the start was at
Seeburg and the finish was in front of the Hotel Palace. In 1935, the event was moved to Lake Rotsee.

Rotsee
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Rotsee is a one-of-a-kind natural arena and a unique recreational area for the Lucerne region. Among rowers, it is known as the “Lake of the Gods.” With its long, narrow shape (2.5 kilometers long and about 250 meters wide), gentle currents, and calm conditions, it is perfect for rowers. The finish tower is the visible landmark of the rowing regattas. It houses the jury and timekeeping during competitions. The regattas start at the Rotsee-Badi, at the far end of the lake.

Date
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August 23–29, 2027 (World Rowing Championships)

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Tip

How to get there: The easiest way to reach the Rotsee from Lucerne is on foot or by bus. There are few parking spaces available. Bus routes 1, 18, 19, 22 and 23 connect Lucerne railway station with the Rotsee. To get to the finish area, take bus 18 to the bus stop Luzern, Rosenberg or bus 19 to Luzern, Jugendherberge. To the regatta site, take bus 1 to Lucerne, Maihofmatte-Rotsee and to the start area, take bus 22 or 23 to Ebikon, Falken.

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Target group

- Individual guests
- Groups

Directions &amp; Parking facilities

Further information on how to get here can be found on the travel page.

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Accessibility / Location

- Accessible by public transport
- By the lake

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Contact person

Timon Wernas

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Contact

**Verein Lucerne Regatta Association**

Würzenbachstrasse 13

6006 Luzern