Private Tour
Private 1.5-Hour Nightwatchman Walk in Medieval Lucerne
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Discover medieval Lucerne with your private guide on your Nightwatchman walking tour. Learn about the history of the Nightwatchman and see the illuminated attractions. You'll be told about the Legend of the Riot of Lucerne and will hear about ghosts, demons and witches. Imagine what it was like to live in Lucerne in the middle ages and get information about the law and order of that time. Your private Nightwatchman guide is dressed in medieval style and equipped with a traditional Swiss halberd. He will guide you through narrow streets and hidden places of the historic centre of Lucerne. The tour is surrounded by pictures presented with a projector, on iPad and on postcards.
Additional Info
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
During the Winter (November-March) the tour duration is 1 hour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Private tour
Some postcards of old Lucerne
Professional medievally dressed local guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Peterskapelle (Peter's Chapel)
As the tour starts you hear the fire horn followed by the invocation pray. The Nightwatchman tells you about his hard life in the middle age. With the help of a projector he introduces you to medieval Lucerne. You have a detailed look into the Martini plan, the first city map of Lucerne, dating from 1597. You see the route on the map and you will discover that many of the buildings on the map are still here today. You see St. Peter’s Chapel, the first church in town dating back to the 12th century. Next to it you see the first private stone house of Lucerne and you find out where the expression "stone rich" comes from.
Chapel Bridge
Did you know that the Water Tower was built some decades before the Chapel Bridge? In fact the Water Tower was built in the late 13th century while the Chapel Bridge dates back to 1365. You see pictures of the inside of the Water Tower and hear about the torture chamber, the dungeon and the secret room. Further you learn from where the Chapel Bridge got its name from.
Options
18:00 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German, duration 60 minutes.
19:00 starting Rosengarplatz
Private, English or German
20:00 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German. (Duration: Summer 90 minutes / Winter 60 minutes)
19:30 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German. (Duration: Summer 90 minutes / Winter 60 minutes)
17:00 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German, duration 60 minutes.
21:00 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German. (Duration: Summer 90 minutes / Winter 60 minutes)
20:30 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German. (Duration: Summer 90 minutes / Winter 60 minutes)
19:00 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German, duration: 90 minutes in summer / 60 minutes in winter.
21:30 starting Rosengart Platz
Private, English or German: Private Nightwatchman Walk in English or German. (Duration: Summer 90 minutes / Winter 60 minutes)
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ralph the Nightwatchmen
shanna C,
Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Ralph gave. Sight we would not have gotten from another guide. His approach to telling the history was unique and fun. Born and raised in Lucerne, he was knowledgeable and very passionate We really enjoyed the tour.
Nightwatchman Turckheim
MartineF664,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, to be repeated. We were immersed throughout the journey in the life of the night watchman. It was magical. Very well told. Throughout the route the night watchman told anecdotes of the village without forgetting the stops punctuated by the song of the night watchman in Alsatian. I recommend this experience.
Such a fun tour!
Amy S,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fun tour!! Our whole family enjoyed it (ages 13,18,18,51,54). Tour guide is perfect in his role as night watchman! Excellent! Highly recommend!!
Medieval tour of Lucerne
Liz J,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rolf was amazing! He is so knowledgeable and we learned so many things. My grandchildren and I feel like this was one of the greatest experiences we had in our trip here we highly recommend him!!!
What a fantastic tour!
T3032YBmatta,
Jun 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ralf was simply terrific! His tour was immersive, informative, humorous, and all around entertaining. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend his tour (and book directly with him!) If you enjoy history, learning, and feeling like your in the Middle Ages this tour is for you. Thanks Ralf!
An excellent Lucerne after-dark night watchman tour!!
Bradley I,
Jul 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour and our guide were excellent. He showed so much passion for Lucerne and for the mid-evil history of Lucerne it was amazing. Had several locals stop and tell us that he was the best town story teller and there were none better! We would agree!
Fantastic!
Viraj P,
Mar 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful tour with Mr. Rolf. He takes effort and enthusiastically narrates fascinating tales of medieval Lucerne dressed as a medical nightwatchman with a few props and a projector too. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would highly recommend it for anyone interested in a cultural treat!
History lesson with a beautiful walk.
Sonia R,
Dec 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice tour of Luzerne. Great history lesson as well as beautiful walk in the historic part of the city. We were with our college aged year old kids and it was interesting and fun for all.
Fun authentic tour!
Amy S,
Sep 28, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Such a fabulous tour! My husband and I did the walking tour and we loved it! Our tour guide was so much fun. He was in costume and did a fabulous presentation with a few props and really got into character! It was really fun walking around the city at night. He pointed out things that we never would have seen on our own. He knew the history and he was very passionate about sharing information about his city! We would highly recommend!
Excellent history tour
Brenda W,
Aug 4, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the tour. He provided lots of history about Lucerne and his English was excellent. He pointed out things I wouldn’t have noticed otherwise, like the guild symbols around town. Highly recommend!
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