Mount Pilatus Silver Round Trip Ticket from Lucerne
- Mount Pilatus Silver Round Trip - An excursion by rail, cogwheel railway and aerial cableway
- Experience the majesty of the mountains at 2,132 meters above sea level
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps from Mount Pilatus
- Enjoy a scenic train ride between Lucerne and Alpnachstad
- Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm
- Soar above stunning landscapes on the panorama gondola and the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
Options
Second Class Silver Round Trip
Additional Info
Route: Kriens/Alpnachstad – Pilatus Kulm – Alpnachstad/Kriens incl. train Lucerne-Alpnachstad and bus Luerne-Kriens (or vv)
What's included in Mount Pilatus Silver Round Trip Ticket from Lucerne
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
- Discover the Silver Round Trip: A Scenic Journey to Lucerne’s Legendary Mount Pilatus -
Experience the perfect blend of adventure and breathtaking views with the Silver Round Trip—an unforgettable excursion combining Lucerne’s local mountain with a panoramic journey by cable car, cogwheel railway, and train.
Your journey begins in the heart of Lucerne. Hop on Bus No. 1 (direction Kriens/Obernau) right outside Lucerne’s main train station. After an easy 11-minute ride to “Kriens, Zentrum Pilatus” and a short walk, you’ll arrive at the valley station of the panoramic gondola in Kriens.
Enjoy a scenic 15-minute cable car ride to the Krienseregg middle station, where you can unwind on the sun terrace of the Krienseregg Restaurant (own cost) while kids have fun at the Pilu Land playground.
Continue your ascent with another 15-minute panoramic gondola ride to Fräkmüntegg. Here, thrill-seekers can challenge themselves at the rope park (own cost), and food lovers can sample local flavors at the self-service restaurant (own cost).
Next, board the “Dragon Ride” aerial cableway for a breathtaking 5-minute glide to the summit of Pilatus Kulm. Designed to feel like a helicopter ride, its spacious cabin and wide windows offer jaw-dropping views as you soar toward the peak.
At the summit, marvel at the 360° panorama of Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps. Relax in the panorama gallery or on the outdoor terrace, or take a short hike (5–10 minutes) to one of the nearby peaks. You can also dine at the Hotel Bellevue or Hotel Pilatus Kulm restaurants (own cost). With countless hiking trails, Pilatus invites you to explore the legendary Dragon Mountain at your own pace.
For your descent, hop aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel railway—built in 1889—as it winds down past dramatic rock faces, sparkling streams, and vibrant alpine meadows to Alpnachstad. From there, catch the train for a comfortable ride back to Lucerne.
The Silver Round Trip can also be taken in reverse, starting with a train ride from Lucerne. Please check the schedule for current departure times.
Inclusions
- Public bus Kriens - Lucerne
- Panorama gondola Kriens - Fräkmüntegg
- Aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" Fräkmüntegg - Pilatus Kulm
- Steepest cogwheel railway in the world Pilatus Kulm - Alpnachstad
- Train ride Alpnachstad - Lucerne
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Tour Guide
- Seat reservation for the cogwheel train
- Additional Activities (rope park, toboggan run)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Meals and snacks in restaurants
- Please note this is a self-guided tour, there is no guide waiting for you at bus stops
- You can redeem your voucher at the cable car station in Kriens (Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens) or at the cogwheel railway station (Brünigstrasse 2, 6053 Alpnachstad) in Alpnachstad
- After that, you can board the cable car at Pilatus-Bahnen station in Kriens or the cogwheel train in Alpnachstad
- Your Voucher is valid on the public bus 1 between Lucerne and Kriens and on the train between Lucerne and Alpnachstad
- You do not need to exchange your voucher in advance to use the public bus and train
Meet
Venues
- Lucerne Train Station
Meeting / End Points
- Pilatus
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Check the timetable carefully
- To avoid long waiting times for the cogwheel train between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm (or vice versa), we recommend making a reservation at www.pilatus.ch/reservation
- The round trip can be done in both directions
- Start your journey at the Lucerne train station. The ticket is valid for bus No. 1, the cable car, the cogwheel train, and the train between Alpnachstad and Lucerne.
- If you want to start the journey in the other direction, get on the S5 train to Alpnachstad (heading towards Giswil).
- Dress according to the weather, as it can be cold and windy at the summit.
- Small children travel for free (age 0 - 5.99 years)
- The price for children applies between 6 and 15.99 years.
- Choose first class for a better train experience: Holders of a first-class ticket sit in more comfortable seats with more space.
- Please note that this is a self-guided tour, where no guide will be waiting for you.
