The fragrance of gingerbread, tangerines, cloves and mulled wine hangs in the air. Christmas decorations featuring lights and candles illuminate Lucerne's alleys in the darker season of the year. Christmas markets invite people to defy the cold and congregate outside. Matching the mood, here's a list of places where you can sample mulled wine in Lucerne.
Franziskanerplatz
The combination
You can buy wonderful mulled wine for yourself and gifts for your loved ones at the Lozärner Wiehnachtsmärt (Lucerne Christmas Market) on Franziskanerplatz. Stay a little longer, enjoy the Advent atmosphere and savour a great-tasting evening meal outdoors.
La Barca
The arcades
Cuddle up with a friend or wrap yourself in a fur coat or woolly blanket at the La Barca, a «vincafé» located on «unter der Egg» on the Reuss. The freshly prepared mulled wine, fondue, raclette and other house specialities will soon warm you up from the inside. Enjoy the great atmosphere, tasty food and good company.
LUZ Seebistro
By the lake
Sip mulled wine on the terrace of the LUZ lakeside bistro with its warming fire, beach chairs and live music. Enjoy the views of the bay and the atmospherically illuminated Seebrücke bridge. The LUZ is a popular meeting place located vis-à-vis the railway station.
Grand Hotel National
The promenade
Spend cosy moments in the Weihnachtshüttli on the wintry lakeside terrace of the Grand Hotel National. See the evening out curled up under a fleecy blanket with warming mulled wine and a slice of birnbrot (pear bread). The glittering lake and decorated fir trees will soon have you in the Advent mood.
Kulturhof Hinter Musegg
On the farm
Hidden behind the city walls is one of the most idyllic places to enjoy a mulled wine. The urban farm attracts visitors not only with the charming inhabitants of the barn or with the delicious specialities from the shop. Every Friday and Saturday, mulled wine can be enjoyed in the unique ambience. Sip your mulled drink next to highland cattle, goats, pigs and chickens.