Route 1291 Stage 1: Lucerne - Altdorf (boat trip from Brunnen

03:55 h
410 m
397 m
432 m
622 m
190 m
54.37 km
Start: Lucerne
Destination: Altdorf

The first stage of the Route 1291 leads from Lucerne railway station via Weggis to Brunnen. From there it goes by boat to Flüelen and continues by bike to Altdorf.

The Route 1291 starts at Lucerne railway station and takes you past the city's most important landmarks, the Water Tower and the Chapel Bridge. After circling the Lucerne lake basin, the route continues to Küssnacht am Rigi, from where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Lake Lucerne via Weggis to the boat landing stage in Brunnen. From here you can take the boat to the lower end of Lake Lucerne, to Flüelen. From Flüelen it is a short ride to Altdorf, the first stage destination.

Route: ca. 55 km | Ascent 555 hm | Descent 527 hm

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Directions

The first stage of Route 1291 leads from Lucerne railway station via Küssnacht am Rigi, Weggis, Vitznau and Gersau to Brunnen. From there it is by boat to Flüelen and continues by bike to Altdorf.

On this route, pay attention to the signposting on site. On some sections of the route, fast e-bikes (45s with yellow number) are sometimes prohibited. Here you will find the traffic signals and their meaning.

When passing through farms, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for passing through at an adapted, reduced speed.

Tour information

Barrier-Free
Cultural Interesting
Stop at an Inn

Equipment

E-bike (incl. spare battery, if possible) and charger for on the road.

Suitable equipment for your own safety

If you don't have your own e-bike, we recommend Rent a Bike. Rent the right e-bike for you online and pick it up conveniently at Lucerne station.

Directions & Parking facilities

By bus or train to Lucerne station.

Additional information

Historical highlights of the 1st stage

Lucerne: Chapel Bridge with water tower

Küssnacht: Hohle Gasse

Schwyz: Federal Charter Museum

Culinary highlights of the 1st stage

Lucerne: Max Chocolatier

Brunnen: Seerestaurant Bellevue Brunnen

Accommodation options of the 1st stage:

Lucerne: Hotel Drei Könige

Altdorf: Hotel Höfli

Literature

Cycling Map SwitzerlandMobility

Author

Luzern Tourismus AG

Organization

Region Luzern-Vierwaldstättersee

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Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

Don't forget the selfie in front of Lucerne's water tower and the Chapel Bridge. And the Hohle Gasse in Küssnacht is also worth a visit.

Safety guidelines

Please note that from 11 July 2023 the road between Brunnen and Sisikon on the Axenstrasse will be a closed for bicycles, e-bikes and motorbikes. As a substitute measure, a free bicycle shuttle service will be offered.

On this route, pay attention to the signposting on site. On some sections of the route, fast e-bikes (45s with yellow number) are sometimes prohibited. Here you will find the traffic signals and their meaning.

When passing through farms, we thank you on behalf of the farmers for passing through at an adapted, reduced speed.

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