Experience Mt. Pilatus: Scenic train, world’s steepest cogwheel railway, and Dragon Ride cableway. Marvel at Lake Lucerne and Swiss Alps views.
- Pilatus-Bahnen AG - Take bus no. 1 (direction Kriens/Obernau) from Lucerne’s train station. After an 11-min. bus ride to the station “Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus” and a short walk, you reach the valley station in Kriens. The Panorama Gondolas take you to the middle station Fräkmüntegg in 30 min. where you can try the rope park or the Dragon Glider (own expenses). Change to the aerial cableway “Dragon Ride” to the top (5 min.).
- Pilatus Luzern - From Pilatus Kulm, enjoy the panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps and either stay inside the panoramic gallery, relax on the terrace, climb one of the peaks or enjoy a local specialty in our restaurants (own expenses). The world’s steepest cogwheel railway brings you back down to Alpnachstad in 35 min. Next to the valley station you take the public train back to Lucerne (20 min). The trip can also be done in the opposite direction, starting by train from Lucerne. In any case, check the timetable before your visit.
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- Public train between Luzern and Alpnachstad (2nd class)
- Aerial cableway ‘Dragon Ride’ between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
- Panorama Gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
- Public bus between Kriens and Lucerne main station
- Steepest cogwheel railway in the world between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad
- Food and drinks
- Tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional activities (rope park, Dragon Glider, toboggan run, etc.)
- Other personal expenses
- Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
Visit Mt. Pilatus on a half-day tour featuring a scenic train ride, the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, the aerial cableway “Dragon Ride,” and a panorama gondola. Experience the mountain at 2132 meters above sea level. Marvel at the breathtaking views from Mount Pilatus over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. Enjoy a picturesque train journey between Lucerne and Alpnachstad. Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm. Take in the stunning mountain and valley vistas from the panorama gondola and the “Dragon Ride” aerial cableway between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm.
- Check the timetable carefully
- Round trip can be done in both directions
- Operates in almost all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Cableways are not in operation in the case of storms
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- Prior reservation mandatory for wheelchairs
- Strollers must be folded during transport
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- To avoid long waiting times for the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm (or vice versa), we highly recommend to make a cogwheel train reservation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.