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One of Europe's oldest covered bridges serves as the centerpiece of Lucerne, an ancient Swiss town that is home to fresco-adorned historic houses, Baroque churches and the Bourbaki panorama, a... more » One of Europe's oldest covered bridges serves as the centerpiece of Lucerne, an ancient Swiss town that is home to fresco-adorned historic houses, Baroque churches and the Bourbaki panorama, a mammoth circular painting. The cutting-edge KKL, a concert hall and art gallery, shows off the city's modern sensibilities. For breathtaking area views, board the cableways up the Pilatus, Stanserhorn or Rigi mountains or take a steamship cruise around the many bends of Lake Lucerne. « less
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Dec
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28°F -2°C
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Feb
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50°F 10°C
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Apr
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Tourist Hotel

Dec 7, 2009

I felt i made a right choice to stay in the hotel with following reasons : 1. good location with spectacular view 2. friendly and helpful staff - esp if you don't know Lucern at all 3. Secure...more

Radisson Blu Hotel, Lucerne

5 of 5 stars
Mumbai (Bombay), India
Dec 5, 2009

Thanks to our travel agent , this was the best hotel amongst several we stayed in inSwitzerland. Bang at the station, ultrra modern business hotel whic was wonderful fro family too. Location very...more

Grand Hotel National

Dec 2, 2009

Yes, this hotel may be on the expensive side and it may not provide perfect service but the setting and views are unbeatable! Sitting on our balcony in some winter sunshine with a fantastic view of...more

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