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From Alpnachstad: Mount Pilatus Round-Trip Cogwheel Train Tickets

Name: From Alpnachstad: Mount Pilatus Round-Trip Cogwheel Train Tickets
Start: 2024-09-28T08:30:00
End: 2024-09-28T17:30:00
Location: Lucerne

23826 - Silver-1 - From Alpnachstad_ Mount Pilatus

Mount Pilatus Cogwheel Train - Switzerland

View of Mount Pilatus, overlooking Lucerne lake, with a cogwheel train coming in, Switzerland

Explore the Swiss mountains as you take a convenient round-trip cogwheel train ride to Mount Pilatus on the world’s steepest railway track.

Highlights

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%.

W cenie

Round-trip railway tickets to Mount Pilatus from Alpnachstad
Cable car access between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens

Zasady anulowania

Możesz anulować te bilety do 24 godz. przed rozpoczęciem wycieczki, aby uzyskać pełen zwrot.

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Your Experience

A Cogwheel train adventure coupled with the thrill of a gondola ride!

Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Pilatus presents an unparalleled and unforgettable experience. Hop aboard the cogwheel train and ascend to Lucerne's most popular mountain or experience breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys aboard the "Dragon Ride" as it traverses between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm.

In just 30 minutes each way, you'll experience breathtaking views, reaching the summit to indulge in the panoramic view of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne from the sun terrace. Take a leisurely stroll along the flower-lined path, which offers a parallel route to the hiking trail towards Tomlishorn, one of the prominent points on the mountain.

Enjoy the added advantage of easy access to the cable cars, making your descent from Pilatus Kulm to Kriens a seamless and hassle-free experience

Routes

Cogwheel Train

First station: Alpnachstad
Intermediate station: Ämsigen
Last station: Pilatus Kulm

Cable Car Dragon Ride

First station: Kriens
Intermediate station: Fräkmüntegg
Last station: Pilatus Kulm

Know Before You Go

Accessibility

Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Paid Parking.

Additional information

It's recommended to arrive by public transport.
Please note that this is a self-guided tour.
During peak periods when there are many visitors, you might experience waiting periods.
Dogs are allowed.
You can choose your start and end point (Kriens and/or Alpnachstad).
Please note: The cable car is closed for maintenance work from Oct 21 to Nov 8, 2024. During this time, Pilatus Kulm can be reached by cog railway from Alpnachstad.
The cogwheel railway operates from 6 May to 17 Nov 2024.