Mt. Pilatus self-guided Silver Round Trip from Lucerne incl. train

Combine Lucerne's local mountain with a panoramic train ride from Lucerne.

The Silver Round Trip starts in Lucerne. Take bus number 1 (direction Kriens/Obernau) right in front of Lucerne train station. After an eleven-minute bus ride to the "Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus" stop and a short walk, you'll reach the valley station of the panoramic cable car in Kriens. Enjoy the 15-minute ride to the Krienseregg middle station. There, you can relax on the terrace of the Krienseregg restaurant (own cost) and enjoy your time while the kids play at the Pilu Land playground.

After another 15-minute ride with the panoramic cable car, you’ll reach the Fräkmüntegg middle station. At Fräkmüntegg, you can test your climbing skills at the rope park (own cost) or try one of the local specialties in the self-service restaurant (own cost).

At Fräkmüntegg, you’ll also switch to the "Dragon Ride" aerial cable car and reach the summit of Pilatus Kulm after an exhilarating 5-minute ride. With its spacious interior, cockpit-like design, and large windows, the Dragon Ride gives the impression of sitting in a helicopter.

Once at the top, you can enjoy the panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps from the summit and decide whether to stay in the panorama gallery or relax on the terrace. You can summit one of the peaks (5-10 minutes) or enjoy a local specialty at the Hotel Bellevue or Hotel Pilatus Kulm restaurant (own cost). Many hiking opportunities invite you to explore the Dragon Mountain above Lucerne.

The steepest cogwheel railway in the world (built in 1889) takes you from Pilatus Kulm down through fascinating rock walls, bubbling mountain streams, and lush alpine flower meadows to Alpnachstad. In Alpnachstad, you’ll take the train back to Lucerne.

The Silver Round Trip can also be done in reverse order with the train from Lucerne. Please check the schedule before your visit for departure times.

Practical information:

• Wheelchair access (prior reservation required)
• Duration 2.5 - 6 hours, see timetable for departure times.

• Check the timetable carefully
• To avoid long waiting times for the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm (or vice versa), we recommend making a reservation at www.pilatus.ch/reservation
• The round trip can be done in both directions
• Start your journey at the Lucerne train station. The ticket is valid for bus No. 1, the cable car, the cogwheel train, and the train between Alpnachstad and Lucerne.
• If you want to start the journey in the other direction, get on the S5 train to Alpnachstad (heading towards Giswil).
• Dress according to the weather, as it can be cold and windy at the summit.
• Small children travel for free (age 0 - 5.99 years)
• The price for children applies between 6 and 15.99 years.
• Choose first class for a better train experience: Holders of a first-class ticket sit in more comfortable seats with more space.
• Please note that this is a self-guided tour, where no guide will be waiting for you.

• Please read the information under "Good to know" carefully before your trip.
• A seat reservation is not mandatory, but it's recommended for the cogwheel train on nice days, especially during school holidays or on weekends.