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Tourist Attractions to Add To Your Switzerland Tour From Canada

Mt Pilatus Roundtrip Ticket from Alpnachstad or Kriens

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Mt. Pilatus, the crown jewel of the Lake Lucerne region. Choose your ascent: the exhilarating 30-minute climb aboard the world's steepest cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad or the scenic panorama-gondola and 'Dragon Ride' cableway from Kriens. Revel in the breathtaking panoramas of the Swiss Alps, Lake Lucerne, and the cityscape from the summit's expansive terrace or the sheltered comfort of the indoor gallery. Venture further to explore the trio of peaks known as Pilatus Kulm—Esel, Oberhaupt, and Tomlishorn—or meander along the Dragon Path, absorbing the enriching tales of mythical dragons once believed to inhabit these heights at the Dragon World exhibition. Please note, this experience is self-guided and does not require a designated meeting point.

Traveller reviews

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Cyndee_S
★ 1.0

After booking a travel package with Tratoli, we encountered numerous challenges. Our journey involved navigating through numerous narrow one-way paths as we attempted to locate the destination specified in our GPS for the voucher exchange—a process necessary for obtaining our physical tickets. It's important to note that arriving directly at the lift without this step is not advisable. Furthermore, we experienced extremely poor cellular reception in the mountainous area, which compounded our difficulties. Upon requesting a refund due to these issues, our request was unfortunately denied. Based on this experience, I have decided not to utilize Tratoli's services in the future.

2023-06-05

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deliab619
★★★★ 4.0

Experience an intimate and comfortable ascent with the less crowded small cable car ride that Tratoli offers, ensuring a pleasant journey free from the discomforts of a packed carriage. The overall journey is remarkable, presenting a truly worthwhile adventure. Those opting for a route from Alpnachstad can also claim the thrill of the world's steepest cogwheel train ride, as we learned during our trip. However, we chose to return to Kriens where we had parked, and therefore did not experience this unique train ride.

2022-09-23

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Emailho
★★★★★ 5.0

Embarking on this enchanting journey offers one of the most extraordinary experiences imaginable! As the cogwheel train ascends, the landscape transforms before your eyes, offering new vistas with every few yards traversed. The ascent to the summit unfolds over an approximate 45-minute journey. I found the staff immensely courteous and gracious throughout the trip. Upon reaching the peak, the pano

2022-08-27

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10rj
★★★★★ 5.0

Embarking on a picturesque journey from Zurich to Lucerne, I reveled in the charm of Lucerne's old town and then proceeded to the Mt. Pilatus ticket office. I recommend securing your gondola and cable car passes in advance - this streamlined my ascent, taking me from Fräkmüntegg all the way to the summit with ease. While some of the Fräkmüntegg attractions were closed on account of the rain, the weather cleared enough for me to venture up the stairs for an awe-inspiring mountain panorama. A note of caution, the stairs can feel a bit unstable, so tread carefully. The day’s adventure was rounded off with a scenic descent to Kriens via the funicular, followed by a calming train ride back to Zurich. This tranquil and stunning experience was organized through Tratoli, and I must say, it was entirely worth the journey.

2024-05-25

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