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Lake Lucerne
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The area
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Restaurants
525 within 3 miles
Song Pi Nong
305
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Asian • Thai • Vegetarian Friendly
Pizzeria La Baracca
377
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Seafood
Bellini Locanda Ticinese
695
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Swiss • Mediterranean
Antons Restaurant
123
0.3 miInternational • Mediterranean
Restaurant Balances
886
0.3 mi$$$$ • Swiss • European • Central European
Ampersand Grillrestaurant
314
0.3 mi$$$$ • Barbecue • European • Grill
Jialu National
485
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Asian • Healthy
Pastarazzi Spezialitaten & Take Away
326
0.3 mi$ • Italian • Mediterranean • European
La Bestia - Pizza Pizza
147
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • European
Hotel Hofgarten Restaurant
332
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Swiss • European • Central European
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Attractions
126 within 6 miles
Lucerne Station
1,389
521 ftArchitectural Buildings
Chapel Bridge
6,457
0.1 miBridges
KKL Luzern Concert Hall
403
0.1 miConvention Centers
KKL Luzern - Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre
358
0.1 miArchitectural Buildings • Convention Centers
Peter’s Chapel
38
0.1 miHistoric Sites • Religious Sites
Kunstmuseum Luzern
116
479 ftArt Museums
Schwanenplatz
202
0.1 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Seebrücke
1
255 ftBridges
Luzern Main Post Office
1
493 ftArchitectural Buildings
Haus Und Turm Zur Gilgen
1
0.1 miArchitectural Buildings
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
5,236 reviews
Excellent
3,955
Very good
1,157
Average
111
Poor
8
Terrible
5
Raintree_Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand3,422 contributions
Tranquil beauty of Lake Lucerne!
Nov 2022
Beautiful blue lake with backdrop of snow-capped mountains. There are wonderful walkways along the edge of the lake and chances to enjoy scenes of boats coming and going and many different waterbirds.
Written February 16, 2023
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kc2501996
Linz, Austria8 contributions
Green is clean
Feb 2022
Best place to take a trip a person who loves to travel in time trough trips . Lovely nature, so clean and green.
Written January 19, 2023
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia1,317 contributions
Great Lake, Great City
Dec 2022 • Solo
It’s a massive lake that’s very peaceful and calming. I did a daily walk along it (with many locals) and it was really good in nice weather and bad weather to be at.

Lots of activity on the lake with boats etc, I did a boat cruise to Mount Rigi and the boat ride was just as enjoyable as visiting Mount Rigi.

I can see why Lake Lucerne is the number 1 on Trip Advisor, make sure you spend some time enjoying the natural wonder.
Written January 4, 2023
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Bella
New York1 contribution
Switzerland's largest ship company operates the necessary routes to the region's most important attractions and mountain
Sep 2022
A sunny summer day, a cruise on the sparkling Lake Lucerne and a sightseeing tour with desserts on deck is no doubt a wonderful experience, but imagine how unforgettable it would be to arrange a sailing on a pleasant summer evening or a few days before Christmas, towards the Sea of Light, the town of Lake Lucerne (Lucerne)! The reason is actually the mysterious atmosphere on the lake during the autumn mists, or because of the smoke blowing in the wind as the motorboat slowly sails across the lake. The experience of sightseeing in the warmth and comfort of the saloon motor boat, with the snowy winter scenery outside the window, can only be described as a complete relaxation of mind and body.
Written January 3, 2023
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davidandmel
Birmingham, UK1,618 contributions
Beautiful
Dec 2022
We weren't here long enough to take a boat trip but there are beautiful views nonetheless and it is a gorgeous place to stroll
Written January 3, 2023
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shiraziwine
Shiraz, Iran1,358 contributions
Magical Lake
Aug 2022
Lake Lucerne is a real peaceful area in Switzerland and of course one of the must see of Lucerne Canton, a nice picnic area that you can spend one full day.
Written December 31, 2022
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Chris B
Manchester, UK134 contributions
Great view
Dec 2022 • Solo
The view from my very small box room in hotel Seehotel Pilatus lake Lucerne was wonderful . Great pool and jacuzzi.
Hotel not suitable for people with mobility problems lots of steps.
Food not too good. Staff lovely.
Went for Christmas and no entertainment at all
Very disappointed
Written December 29, 2022
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permia
Ireland38,326 contributions
Enchantingly scenic
Sep 2022
Spread out in a beautiful panorama, we enjoyed the vistas both strolling around the city and from Mount Pilatus.

From the latter, descending on the cogwheel railway gave unrivalled views of the lake over about 40 minutes.
Written December 24, 2022
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795audreyj
19 contributions
Stunning Lake Lucerne
Dec 2022
So much larger than I anticipated. Clean, beautiful water, and the slow ride around was lovely. The waterfront homes and hotels are picturesque. It exudes beauty at every turn. This is a do not miss activity regardless of the time of year!
Written December 19, 2022
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Faith_and_Me
Brisbane, Australia368 contributions
Beautiful
Dec 2022
Only here for a day trip, but the lake was gorgeous, especially after a sprinkling of snow on the banks.
Written December 19, 2022
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