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Mount Pilatus

Discover Swiss Alpine beauty at Mount Pilatus. Ride the cogwheel train up to Lucerne's mountain on a scenic 30-minute journey. Reaching the top, take in the stunning wheels, strolling the flower paths and hiking trails. Enjoy roundtrip transfers between Alpnachstad and Pilatusbahn.
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Kriens to Mount Pilatus cable car ascending over lush green landscape.
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Dragon Cable Ride ascending Fräkmüntegg with panoramic mountain views.
View from the cable car
Mount Pilatus cable car ascending over lush Swiss landscape near Lucerne.
Cable car ascending over Lake Lucerne with Swiss Alps in the background.
Pilatus Kulm cable cars ascending Swiss Alps with panoramic mountain views.
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  • Board a cable car with expansive windows, allowing you to relish the surrounding scenic landscape, as you ascend the most popular mountain in Lucerne.

  • Stop at Fräkmüntegg, a popular family destination, then enjoy an exciting dragon cable tide to Pilatus, elevating you to 2,132 meters above sea level.

  • Soak up views of peaks such as Eiger and Mönch, and Lake Lucerne while indulging in various activities at the top.

  • The ticket entitles you to ride the Pilatus Kulm to Alpnachstad cogwheel railway, exclusively available from June to Oct.

  • Fun fact: From the Pilatus summit, on a clear day, you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of over 70 Alpine peaks and even see as far as the Black Forest in Germany!

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  • Board a cable car with expansive windows, allowing you to relish the surrounding scenic landscape, as you ascend the most popular mountain in Lucerne.

  • Stop at Fräkmüntegg, a popular family destination, then enjoy an exciting dragon cable tide to Pilatus, elevating you to 2,132 meters above sea level.

  • Soak up views of peaks such as Eiger and Mönch, and Lake Lucerne while indulging in various activities at the top.

  • The ticket entitles you to ride the Pilatus Kulm to Alpnachstad cogwheel railway, exclusively available from June to Oct.

  • Fun fact: From the Pilatus summit, on a clear day, you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of over 70 Alpine peaks and even see as far as the Black Forest in Germany!

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View of the cogwheel railway between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm
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Aerial view of Mt. Pilatus
Tourist admiring Mt. Pilatus view from Lucerne train journey.
Tourists enjoying the view of Mt. Pilatus
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 View of the cogwheel railway between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm
View of the aerial gondola ride between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
View of the aerial gondola ride between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
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  • Take a self-guided trip to Mt. Pilatus by train and cable car to soak in panoramic views of the Swiss Alps with round-trip transfers from Lucerne.

  • Ride the world's steepest cogwheel train up Mt. Pilatus and descend by cable car, taking in the fresh mountain air.

  • Explore the observation decks or conquer hiking trails on Mt. Pilatus for a personalized experience as you spend time exploring the summit.

  • Relax at the summit restaurants, visit Frakmuntegg for a toboggan ride, or explore Dragon World for a unique local experience.

  • Fun fact: In 1421, it is said that a dragon crashed nearby, leaving behind a rock. Known as the Dragon Stone, it was believed to have healing powers.

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  • Take a self-guided trip to Mt. Pilatus by train and cable car to soak in panoramic views of the Swiss Alps with round-trip transfers from Lucerne.

  • Ride the world's steepest cogwheel train up Mt. Pilatus and descend by cable car, taking in the fresh mountain air.

  • Explore the observation decks or conquer hiking trails on Mt. Pilatus for a personalized experience as you spend time exploring the summit.

  • Relax at the summit restaurants, visit Frakmuntegg for a toboggan ride, or explore Dragon World for a unique local experience.

  • Fun fact: In 1421, it is said that a dragon crashed nearby, leaving behind a rock. Known as the Dragon Stone, it was believed to have healing powers.

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Pilatusbahn train ascending Mount Pilatus in Switzerland.
Mount Pilatus cogwheel train ascending through Swiss Alps with scenic mountain views.
Mount Pilatus with cogwheel train approaching, overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland.
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  • Take a 30-min ride on the Pilatusbahn ascending to Lucerne's most popular mountain for an unforgettable mountain experience.

  • Ascend to 2,132 meters above sea level and enjoy the breathtaking Pilatus region, offering stunning vistas of various peaks and Lake Lucerne.

  • At the summit, delight in panoramic views from the sun terrace and stroll leisurely along the flower path, offering a serene parallel route to Tomlishorn.

  • Your ticket grants access to the cable cars, allowing you to traverse the stunning stretch between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens.

  • Fun Fact: The Pilatusbahn has been in service since 1889, and has a gradient of up to 48%.

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  • Take a 30-min ride on the Pilatusbahn ascending to Lucerne's most popular mountain for an unforgettable mountain experience.

  • Ascend to 2,132 meters above sea level and enjoy the breathtaking Pilatus region, offering stunning vistas of various peaks and Lake Lucerne.

  • At the summit, delight in panoramic views from the sun terrace and stroll leisurely along the flower path, offering a serene parallel route to Tomlishorn.

  • Your ticket grants access to the cable cars, allowing you to traverse the stunning stretch between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens.

  • Fun Fact: The Pilatusbahn has been in service since 1889, and has a gradient of up to 48%.

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Boat ride at lake Lucerne
Mount Pilatus cable car with panoramic view, part of Golden Round Trip from Lucerne.
Cable car to the top of Mount Pilatus, Lucerne
View of the aerial gondola ride between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
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  • Explore Lake Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus in half a day by a gondola, a cable car, a cogwheel train, & boat. See majestic Alps from all angles!

  • Get the best panoramic views of the pre-alpine landscape of Fräkmüntegg as the gondola sweeps you up to the valley station of Kriens.

  • Soar higher towards Pilatus Kulm in 360 degree glass cabins with the “Dragon Ride” cable-way, that will make you feel airborne!

  • Marvel at the passing alpine meadows and striking rock formations as the world’s steepest cogwheel railway takes from Pilatus Kulm down to the Alpnachstad valley station.

  • Fun-fact: About 100 ibexes reside on Mount Pilatus and you can spot them on early morning treks

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  • Explore Lake Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus in half a day by a gondola, a cable car, a cogwheel train, & boat. See majestic Alps from all angles!

  • Get the best panoramic views of the pre-alpine landscape of Fräkmüntegg as the gondola sweeps you up to the valley station of Kriens.

  • Soar higher towards Pilatus Kulm in 360 degree glass cabins with the “Dragon Ride” cable-way, that will make you feel airborne!

  • Marvel at the passing alpine meadows and striking rock formations as the world’s steepest cogwheel railway takes from Pilatus Kulm down to the Alpnachstad valley station.

  • Fun-fact: About 100 ibexes reside on Mount Pilatus and you can spot them on early morning treks

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Similar things to do in Lucerne

  • Embark on a mesmerizing journey to Mount Pilatus with a panoramic cable car ride. Explore the legendary Dragon Path, where ancient tales of dragons once roamed. At 2,073m above sea level, the excitement continues with winter tobogganing from Fräkmüntegg to Krienseregg. Here’s an in-depth guide to Mount Pilatus tickets, tour highlights, opening hours, and other essential details to help you get the most out of your visit to Mount Pilatus. 
  • Mount Pilatus is a captivating destination where nature and adventure converge. Renowned for its breathtaking vistas, the Dragon Ride cable car, and the cogwheel railway, it offers an unforgettable experience. Explore the Pilatus Summit and enjoy activities like hiking and dining with panoramic views.

    Cogwheel Train Excursion

    If visiting between June and October, be sure to take the cogwheel train to Alpnachstad cogwheel railway. Enter the world’s  steepest cogwheel railway, an engineering marvel that offers breathtaking panoramic views such as those of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps as you traverse the mountains. 

    Hiking

    Mountains and hikes go together like peanut butter and jelly. Embark on captivating hikes in Mount Pilatus where well-marked trails allow you to choose your own adventure. . From leisurely strolls such as the Flower Trail to challenging treks. Prepare yourself for breathtaking views of the Central Switzerland Prealps with their picturesque peaks and summits.

    Toboggan

    Get ready for family fun at Mount Pilatus with the Fräkigaudi, Switzerland's longest summer toboggan run with a length of 1,350 meters. Zoom through twists, turns, dragon dens, and jumps, starting conveniently near the Fräkmüntegg mountain station. You can rent toboggans at the Fräkmüntegg-Krienseregg.station.

    Observatory

    Take your trip to the skies even higher with your visit to the observatory in Mount Pilatus. Thanks to the secluded location of the mountain and the crisp air quality, get ready to enjoy star gazing in the absence of any light pollution. 
  • Are all the activities for Mount Pilatus included with my ticket?

    No, activities like the Observatory require you to make reservations in advance to avail them. 

    Is the cogwheel train open all year round?

    No, sadly due to snow conditions hampering operations, the cogwheel railway is only operational between June to October. 

    Can I drive to Mount Pilatus?

    No, there are no driving routes to Mount Pilatus. You can however use the cable cars or the  cogwheel railways to reach Mount Pilatus. 

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