Lucerne Aerial Sightseeing: Soar Above Swiss Beauty

A hassle-free and convenient way to experience the rugged peak with signature mountain transport highlights and transfers from the city.

• Day out to: Mount Pilatus from Lucerne with a self-guided round trip via Kriens and Alpnachstad.
• You’ll get: Flexible-timing access to Mount Pilatus with bus transfers from Lucerne, a panoramic gondola and Dragon Ride cable car ascent, the world’s steepest cogwheel railway descent, and train transfers back to Lucerne.
• Krienseregg: Ride above alpine forests and meadows on a scenic gondola journey, with the option to pause at this peaceful mountain stop.
• Mount Pilatus: Take in panoramic Swiss Alps views from the 2,132 m summit, explore scenic terraces and trails, or visit Dragon World and Fräkmüntegg’s adventure attractions.
• Alpnachstad: Descend on the world’s steepest cogwheel railway before boarding the train back to Lucerne.

Inclusions #

• Self-guided day trip to Mt. Pilatus

• Public bus between Lucerne and Kriens

• Gondola between Kriens and Frakmuntegg

• Aerial cableway Dragon Ride

• Cogwheel rail Pilatus Kulm Alpnachstad

• Train ride Alpnachstad to Lucerne

Exclusions #

• Guided tour

• Cogwheel train seat reservation

What to bring

• Carry your passport and a valid ID for a smooth ticket check and travel experience.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for changing mountain terrain and station platforms.
• Pack any personal medication you may need in case it is not available on the mountain.
• Bring local currency or your usual payment card for meals, souvenirs, and extras not covered by the ticket.

Accessibility

• This experience is accessible for guests using wheelchairs and prams or strollers.
• You may bring guide dogs with you throughout the experience.

Additional information

• Mountain weather can change quickly, so dress in layers to stay comfortable in varying conditions.
• You can complete the round trip in either direction via Kriens or Alpnachstad.
• Check the official timetable carefully so you can plan your connections without rushing.
• Cableways may pause operations during adverse weather for safety reasons.
• Reserve seats on the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm in advance to avoid long waits.

Pick your adventure with a 19th century railway ride and a modern gondola journey with the flexibility to choose your route.

• Everything you get: Round-trip Mount Pilatus tickets with panoramic gondola rides between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg, Dragon Ride cable car access between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm, plus cogwheel railway travel between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad aboard the world’s steepest rack railway. Experience the mountain from soaring aerial viewpoints and dramatic mountainside tracks in a single journey.
• Why choose this: You can choose your preferred route direction with start and end points at either Alpnachstad or Kriens making this the most tailored experience.

Inclusions #

• Panoramic gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg

• Cable car Dragon Ride between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm

• Fastest cogwheel railway between Pilatus Kulm and Alpnachstad

• Access to panoramic terrace at Pilatus Kulm

Exclusions #

• Seat reservation on the cogwheel railway

• Meals and drinks at Pilatus Kulm hotel or restaurants

• Guided tours

• Hotel pick-up and return transfer

• Additional activities (adventure park, toboggan run)

• Parking fees at the mountain stations Alpnachstad and Kriens

Accessibility

• All cogwheel trains, gondolas, and the Dragon Ride cable car are wheelchair-accessible.
• You find wheelchair-accessible lifts, toilets, and barrier-free access at Pilatus Kulm.
• Wheelchair users must reserve in advance to secure suitable transport.

Additional information

• You should reserve seats on the cogwheel railway in nice weather, since reservations are not included.
• The tour operates in almost any weather, so you should dress for changing mountain conditions.
• Hiking trails to Pilatus Kulm may be partly covered in snow, even in summer.
• You should always check the cogwheel railway and cable car timetables on your travel day.
• Children aged 5 and under travel free on this experience.
• Small dogs up to 30 cm travel free on Pilatus railways but must stay in a transport container for the whole journey.
• Dogs over 30 cm or not in containers need their own dog ticket for all Pilatus railways.