in Switzerland

Lucerne

A postcard-perfect lake town of covered wooden bridges, ringed by snow-capped Alpine peaks.

Notable spots

Chapel Bridge
Landmark
A 14th-century covered wooden bridge with painted gables.
Mount Pilatus
Nature
Reached by the world's steepest cogwheel railway.
Lion Monument
Landmark
Lake Lucerne
Nature

Best months: Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep and Oct

👕 Lucerne in Oct: Long sleeves with a light jacket or sweater.