Guided hike on Mount Pilatus with Swiss BBQ experience

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15.26 km long
round trip
Difficulty: difficult
condition: very difficult
Great panorama
Hike
  • 06:00 h
  • 15.26 km
  • 122 m
  • 122 m
  • 513 m
  • 2,101 m
  • 1,588 m
  • Start: Tourist Information (train station Lucerne, platform 3)
  • Destination: Tourist Information (train station Lucerne, platform 3)
This guided hike on Mount Pilatus offers impressive views, interesting insights into the Alpine flora and fauna, and concludes with a traditional Swiss barbecue experience.

The tour starts in Lucerne, where the group takes a bus to the valley station of Mount Pilatus. From there, a cable car ride takes participants up to the summit, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and Lake Lucerne.

Upon arrival at the top, an easy hike leads to Tomlishorn, the highest point of Mount Pilatus at 2,132 meters above sea level. With a bit of luck, ibexes can be spotted along the way. During the hike, the guide shares fascinating information about the mountain, its plants and animals, as well as its famous legends, including the tale of the Pilatus dragons.

After the approximately one-hour hike, the group takes the cable car back down to Fräkmüntegg, where lunch is prepared over an open fire for an authentic Swiss barbecue experience. The return journey continues by cable car to Kriens, followed by a bus ride back to Lucerne.

 

The guided hike is only conducted in English.

  • In bad weather, the excursion will take place without a hike
  • not possible in stormy weather
  • good physical condition required
  • Meeting point: Tourist Information (Lucerne railway station near platform 3)
  • Not suitable for pushchairs
  • Bookable from May to October

 

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Directions

The circular route from Pilatus Kulm to Tomlinshorn and back takes around two hours. The route covers a good 120 metres in altitude and is classified as an easy T2 hike. 

Tour information

  • Loop Road

  • Nature Highlight

Additional information

You can book the guided hike here.

Registration for the tour is required. A maximum of 15 participants can be accommodated per tour.

Author

Luzern Tourismus AG

Organization

Region Luzern-Vierwaldstättersee

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Packing list:

  • Pack binoculars & camera

  • Hiking boots, sturdy shoes

  • sun protection

  • Water bottle

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Guided hike on Mount Pilatus with Swiss BBQ experience
6011 Kriens