Mount Pilatus: Self-Guided Trip from/to Alpnachstad or Kriens
About this experience
Prepare for an exciting adventure to Mount Pilatus. From either Alpnachstad or Kriens Valley station, enjoy a thrilling 30-minute ride on the world's steepest cogwheel railway or take in the beautiful landscapes from above on the panoramic gondola and aerial cableway "Dragon Ride." Your destination is the peak of Lucerne's iconic mountain, boasting unparalleled scenery.
Take in the beauty of the Swiss mountains, Lake Lucerne, and the cityscape of Lucerne. Choose between the outdoor terrace or the indoor gallery for the best views.
Explore the three peaks of Pilatus Kulm - Esel, Oberhaupt, or Tomlishorn. Walk amidst the Swiss mountains or along the Dragon Path. Learn about the legendary dragon resident of Pilatus in the Dragon World at Pilatus Kulm.
Know before you go
- Duration
- 3 hr
- Smartphone ticket
- Yes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Yes
- Meeting point
- 1 Schlossweg
What’s included
- Panorama gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
- Aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
- Steepest cogwheel railway in the world between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad
What’s not included
- Tour guide
- Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional activities (rope park and toboggan run)
- Parking fee at the valley station Alpnachstad and Kriens
HMBotel notes for choosing your ticket
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