Slav Yakounin · CC BY-SA 4.0
Lucerne
Switzerland · ZRH
Covered bridge, lake steamers, and mountains on three sides.
About
Lucerne or Luzern is a city and a municipality in central Switzerland, in the German-speaking portion of the country. Lucerne is the capital of the canton of Lucerne and part of the district of the same name. With a population of approximately 86,700 people, Lucerne is the most populous city in Central Switzerland, and a nexus of economics, transport, culture, and media in the region. The city's urban area consists of 19 municipalities and towns with an overall population of about 247,400 people.
Source: Wikipedia — Lucerne (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- hiking · world class
- nature · world class
- sightseeing · world class
- architecture · excellent
- dining · excellent
- family friendly · excellent
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan41°F16d wet
- Feb46°F13d wet
- Mar52°F14d wet
- Apr58°F14d wet
- May64°F18d wet
- Jun74°F16d wet
- Jul76°F18d wet
- Aug76°F15d wet
- Sep68°F14d wet
- Oct60°F13d wet
- Nov48°F14d wet
- Dec42°F14d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Best of Bernese Oberlands from LuzernFrom $915 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Lake Luzern pick and mix Tour - Burgenstock, Rigi Seebodenalp and LuzernFrom $980 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Lucerne: City Highlights Tour with Local Guide & PhotographyFrom $59 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Lucerne Small-Group Walking Tour: History, Culture & Hidden GemsFrom $74 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Birdlike Hang Gliding LucerneFrom $322 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Private Ski Instructor from Lucerne including TransportFrom $824 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Zürich Airport (ZRH), about 30 mi away.
Nearby destinations
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