Discover the majesty of Mount Pilatus with a thrilling ride by cable car, cogwheel train, and boat, all while soaking in panoramic views of the Alps and Lake Lucerne.

Lucerne’s mythical mountain, Pilatus, where legend and nature intertwine in the most captivating way. According to local lore, a dragon stone fell from the sky in 1420, Roman governor Pontius Pilate rests beneath the waters of Lake Pilatus, and a petrified man stands guard outside a hidden cave.

Take a panoramic gondola ride to the peak of Mount Pilatus, where you'll feel like you're soaring through the sky in the new "Dragon Ride," Enjoy the flower trail, panoramic terraces and savoury restaurants as souvenirs shops.

For a unique descent, ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, feeling the adrenaline as you glide down the mountain, before arriving in Alpnachstad. From there, embark on a serene 15-minute boat cruise across the sparkling waters of Lake Lucerne, reaching the picturesque town of Lucerne.

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Rack railway and boat from mid-May until mid-November (depending on snow conditions, before/after this date the tour is maintained according to winter schedule).

Not recommanded if you are afraid of heights