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.

Red cogwheel train ascending Mount Pilatus near Lucerne, Switzerland.

Map of Mount Pilatus Silver Round Trip from Lucerne, showing routes by train, gondola, and cable car.

Mount Pilatus summit with panoramic view of Lake Lucerne and surrounding Alps.

Tourist overlooking Lake Lucerne from Mt. Pilatus summit, Switzerland.

Family hiking on Mount Pilatus trail with scenic views, Lucerne.

Hikers on a trail along the rocky peaks of Mount Pilatus, Lucerne.

Cable car ascending Mount Pilatus with Lake Lucerne in the background.

Cable car ascending Mount Pilatus with forest and mountain backdrop, Lucerne.

From Lucerne: Mount Pilatus Silver Round Trip Tickets

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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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CHF 94.20

Mount Pilatus summit with visitors and cable car, overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland.

Cable car ascending from Kriens to Mount Pilatus with scenic view of Lake Lucerne.

Visitors enjoying the view from Mount Pilatus summit, Lucerne, with mountain peaks in the background.

Red cogwheel train ascending Mount Pilatus, Switzerland, with rocky cliffs and green slopes.

Boat cruising on Lake Lucerne with Mount Pilatus in the background.

Red cogwheel train ascending Mount Pilatus, Switzerland, with rocky landscape.

From Zürich: Golden Round Trip to Mount Pilatus with Lake Lucerne Boat Cruise

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10 hr

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Embark on a full-day guided tour from central Zurich aboard a comfortable AC coach, with mountain transfers via gondola, cable car, and the world’s steepest cogwheel train.
Your English- and Spanish-speaking guide will lead you through Lucerne’s highlights, including the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre, with some free time to explore and shop for souvenirs.
From Lucerne, travel to Kriens and take the gondola to Fräkmüntegg, then switch to the Dragon Cable Car for the ascent to Mount Pilatus’ summit (2,132 m).
At the top, discover the interactive Dragon World, stroll the scenic Dragon Trail, or hike to the peak (weather permitting), and unwind on the panorama terrace with sweeping views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Descend on the thrilling cogwheel train to Alpnachstad, then enjoy a relaxing one-hour cruise on Lake Lucerne before returning to Zurich.

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Embark on a full-day guided tour from central Zurich aboard a comfortable AC coach, with mountain transfers via gondola, cable car, and the world’s steepest cogwheel train.
Your English- and Spanish-speaking guide will lead you through Lucerne’s highlights, including the Jesuit Church and the Culture and Convention Centre, with some free time to explore and shop for souvenirs.
From Lucerne, travel to Kriens and take the gondola to Fräkmüntegg, then switch to the Dragon Cable Car for the ascent to Mount Pilatus’ summit (2,132 m).
At the top, discover the interactive Dragon World, stroll the scenic Dragon Trail, or hike to the peak (weather permitting), and unwind on the panorama terrace with sweeping views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne.
Descend on the thrilling cogwheel train to Alpnachstad, then enjoy a relaxing one-hour cruise on Lake Lucerne before returning to Zurich.

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CHF 184

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Mount Pilatus

Monday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday	9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday	9:00am - 5:00pm