Mt. Pilatus self-guided trip by cable car from and to Kriens
Do this because
- Enjoy a mountain experience at 2132 meters above sea level
- Take in the breathtaking 360° view over the Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps
- Savor a local meal in the restaurant Bellevue or Pilatus Kulm
- See the mountains and valleys from the panorama gondola and aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
What to expect
Visit Lucerne's landmark mountain. Start your trip at Kriens valley station and enjoy the 30 minutes ride with the panorama-gondola from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg, where, in winter, there are sledging routes and snowshoe trails from Fräkmüntegg down to Krienseregg; the rental station is at the valley station in Kriens.
At Fräkmüntegg you will change to the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" and reach the summit Pilatus Kulm at 2132 meters above sea level in 5 minutes. At the top of Lucerne's landmark mountain, you can enjoy the great panoramic view or discover the Dragon World with its interactive games about Pilatus' dragon legends.
At Krienseregg, Fräkmüntegg, and Pilatus Kulm you can try some local specialties in one of the restaurants before heading back to Kriens by cable car.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- please bear in mind this is about a self-guided tour
- infants (0-5) can join for free
- you will go up and down the mountain by cable car from/back to Kriens
- transportation to the starting and from the ending points of the tour isn't included
- please check the timetable carefully
Remember to bring:
- weather-appropriate clothes, the tour operating in almost all weather conditions
What’s included
Cable car between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
Cableway between Fräkmütegg and Pilatus Kulm
What’s not included
Transport from Lucerne to Kriens
Food and drinks
Parking
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Tour guide
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
PILATUS-BAHNEN AG
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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