Mount Pilatus
Switzerland

Mount Pilatus

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About Mount Pilatus

Visit one of the most legendary places in Switzerland which offers breathtaking views of 73 Alpine peaks on a clear day. According to folklore a dragon rock fell from the sky back in the 15th century and the Roman governor Pontius Pilatus stood guard in front of it. Today the mountain massif of Pilatus is home to some of the most beautiful places in the country. You can reach the mountain top from Lucerne by an aerial cable car, a gondola lift, or with the world's steepest rack railroad from Alpnachstad. Make this extraordinary experience part of your Switzerland tour and discover the magic atop Pilatus.


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There are a variety of hiking trips that are on offer here, making it an absolute paradise for not only hikers, but also mountaineers, and alpinists during your Europe trip from India. If you are at Krienseregg, you will also find a recreation area with waymarked hiking trails, a large children's playground, and picnic areas with tables and benches as well as an open barbecue.

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Mount Pilatus Highlights

• Go on a hiking trip to some of the most exquisite peaks, each of which is a distinct viewpoint offering the most breathtaking sights of the surrounding vistas.
• Go all the way up to the highest peak known as Tomlinson for a splendid view of the Swiss Alps.
• Relax at one of the several restaurants and cafes soaking in the tranquility and peaceful atmosphere.
• Take a cableway ride to Frakmuntegg and enjoy the awesome mountain scenery along the way.
• Go for an adventurous cogwheel train ride which is the steepest in the world all the way to peak.

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Mount Pilatus Best Time to Reach



The best time to visit Lucerne and Mount Pilatus would be between June and September. This is peak season, and the weather is quite pleasant. Since Lucerne is literally at the foot of the Alps, it is chilly even in summer! Here are a few other seasons when you might visit Mount Pilatus.

It would not be too wise to visit it during winter as the temperatures go really low and even the cogwheel rail is closed. You should visit Mount Pilatus in the morning as the queues will be less and you will be able to enjoy the view for some time! Then you can come back and explore the town of Lucerne in the evening!
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What to expect at the top of Mount Pilatus?

Once you reach the top of Mount Pilatus, you will be greeted with a sight that will stun you into silence- Lake Lucerne nestled in the lap of the Swiss Alps! Not just that, you can take short hikes to access a number of viewpoints, each showing another breathtaking side to the Swiss Alps! And when you are done, just go into one of the restaurants to ask for fondue- this will complete yours once in a lifetime experience!

Traveler’s tips for Mount Pilatus



To make your experience even more memorable, we have a few things that you need to keep in mind:

- Try to leave for the Kriens station as early as you can, or else you may face a long queue in the peak season!

- Wear a light coat over a t-shirt and a cotton sweater. You will not need anything warmer during the summer season!

- Make sure you have worn good walking shoes or trekking shoes as you may need to hike to a few viewpoints.

- Try to book the tickets online if possible or else you may not get any during peak  season

- Get a Swiss Travel Pass if possible as that includes all travel systems of Switzerland- including cableway and cog rail.

- To make the most of the trip, try to get there by 10. All the transportation systems close by 5, so you must leave by 4. This gives you a good 6 hours!

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How to Reach Mount Pilatus



Mount Pilatus overlooks Lucerne, and there are mainly four ways by which you can reach this haven:

Cableway
From Lucerne, you will have to drive to the small town of Kriens. From Kriens, you will get tickets for a couple of panoramic gondolas and a cableway that will take you to the top of Mount Pilatus.

Distance: 9 km
Time taken: 40 minutes from Kriens
Cost: 78 CHF for adults and 40 CHF for children under 16.

By Cogwheel Rail
A train will take you from Lucerne station to Alpnachstad station and from here you can take the cogwheel rail that will take you to the top of Mount Pilatus. On the way back, you ride the cableway and gondolas to Kriens and from here you take a train that will take you back to the Lucerne railway station.

Distance: 9 km
Time taken: 30 minutes from Alpnachstad
Cost: 72 CHF for adults and 36 CHF for children under 16

Hiking
This is also a favorable option, if you trek regularly, you may try this out. The route is spectacular, and you’ll be greeted with phenomenal vistas of nature in the entire journey!

Distance: 26.5 km

Mount Pilatus Reviews

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Charumati Ahuja27 Dec 2022
4.0
Booked: Self-guided Tour to Mount Pilatus, Lucerne

We had a great time on this self-guided tour to Mount Pilatus in Lucerne, experiencing some amazing thrills and seeing incredible views of the Swiss Alps and lakes. We began in Kriens and took gondola rides to Fräkmüntegg before embarking on an incredible Dragon Ride to Mount Pilatus. After having our fill of the panoramic views, we took the Dragon Ride and cable car down to Alpnachstad valley station. We took things at our own pace and had a great time. Also thanks to thrillophilia for suggesting such a good tour.

abhi goswami28 Jun 2022
5.0
Booked: Mt Pilatus Day Trip From Lucerne With Cogwheel Railway Ticket

Thanks to thrillophilia for recommending this train ride. Great services and comfortable journey. We also enjoyed pre booked tickets with splendid inclusions. The food was fantastic. Looking forward to more of this.

Kannan Dubashi3 Jun 2022
5.0
Booked: Self-guided Tour to Mount Pilatus, Lucerne

The journey began with the amusing cable car ride from Mount Pilatus. Unobstructed views of the Swiss Alps. It was overall a fantastic experience. I definitely want to thank thrillophilia for planning this out so smoothly.

Ravi Kumar Gupta25 May 2022
4.0
Booked: Mt Pilatus Day Trip From Lucerne With Cogwheel Railway Ticket

The journey on the cogwheel train was excellent. I couldn't help but be intrigued by the beautiful views beyond the window. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed riding the cogwheel train. The event was thrilling, especially for my parents. The local tour guide was really knowledgeable and very helpful when it came to learning new information about the area.

Shazil Shan15 May 2022
5.0
Booked: Self-guided Tour to Mount Pilatus, Lucerne

Mount Pilatus is the place to go if you enjoy going on adventures with your family and friends. First off, the package from Thrillophilia is completely inexpensive and includes all it promises. The cliff hike offers a fantastic view. The safety is in place, and the guide is also excellent.

Athmica Shetty2 Apr 2022
4.0
Booked: Mt Pilatus Day Trip From Lucerne With Cogwheel Railway Ticket

Everything about this tour was perfect, with hassle free and customisable booking, to smooth rides in the Cogwheel car, and not having to wait in the long lines for the experience. The journey was organized well, and we took a lot of photos of the different attractions on the way. We booked this from Thrillophilia and got amazing discounts.

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