About This Tour

Set against the backdrop of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps, this two-hour walk introduces you to one of Switzerland’s most photogenic cities. From the iconic wooden Chapel Bridge to the quiet courtyards of the Old Town, you’ll trace Lucerne’s medieval roots and its enduring role as a crossroads for travelers. The tour departs conveniently from either Zurich or Lucerne itself.

Itinerary

• Arch of the Main Train Station (5 min)
  The dramatic remaining archway of Lucerne’s original 19th-century station.
• Lucerne Lake (15 min)
  Panoramic waterfront views framed by mountains.
• Lion’s Statue (10 min)
  The moving monument carved into rock, honoring the Swiss Guards.
• Old Town (15 min)
  Lucerne’s historic center, filled with painted facades and narrow lanes.
• Kornmarkt (10 min)
  A former grain market square surrounded by Renaissance buildings.
• Hirschenplatz (10 min)
  A picturesque square lined with guild houses and cafés.
• Weinplatz (10 min)
  One of Lucerne’s oldest squares, historically tied to the wine trade.
• Spreuerbrücke (15 min)
  A wooden bridge decorated with haunting “Dance of Death” paintings.
• Jesuit Church (10 min)
  Switzerland’s first large baroque church, with a striking twin-towered facade.
• Chapel Bridge (20 min)
  Lucerne’s famous covered wooden bridge and unofficial symbol.

(Total: 120 min / 2h — includes walking between stops)