Lucerne

· Free

A part of the rampart walls built in 1386; the wall is still almost entirely intact and visitors are able to walk a section of the rampart. Four towers are open to the public: Schirmer, Zyt, Wacht and Männli.

· Moderate

The main focus is the dramatic carving of the rockbed by glaciers and information related to it, but this also features a museum of curiosities and a mirror maze.

A museum and diorama dedicated to the Alps.

The Spreuer Bridge, or Chaff Bridge, is the other surviving wooden footbridge in central Lucerne, a short walk from the more famous Chapel Bridge. It was built in 1566, replacing an earlier bridge destroyed by fire.

A famous mountain overlooking the city of Lucerne. Pilatus is definitely a must and gives you a good impression of a wild and rocky peak with a marvelous view of the "real" Alps.

The mountain Mount Titlis has a glacier on the top and a splendid view.

Take a boat tour on the lake Lucerne with the traditional steamboats. A ride along the full length of the lake (Lucerne – Flüelen) takes approximately 3 hours.

Lucerne has an excellent bicycle Network. Rent a bicycle at the train station in lucerne and explore the city and the suburbs or make a day trip on the national bicycle network (http://www.veloland.ch/en/veloland.html).

One of the main reasons that Lucerne attracts so many travelers is its small but remarkably preserved old town. You can get lost (for a few minutes anyhow) in its maze of streets, passages, and squares, admiring the many and varied murals…

In addition to the popular Pilatus, Rigi, and Titlis there are a number of other mountains in the region which are easy to reach by public transport and are serviced by cable-cars.

Mythenstrasse 7

Good, friendly atmosphere. They have different menus every day.

Rössligasse 13

The absolute best sandwich in town. Excellent vegan options, very accommodating, and the bread is perfect. The vegan schnitzel is highly recommended.

Rössligasse 18

Quiet atmosphere and fine schnitzel. Very cosy. Clean, nice and good food.

Gerbergasse 11

The best cordon bleu. Amazing experience. Friendly service

Obergrundstrasse 19

Good food, good charisma and very friendly staff.

Zentralstrasse 45

Said to serve the best kepabs in town. Cheap.

Rathausquai 5

Facing the lake, and overlooking the chapel bridge, this clean well-run establishment offers excellent views including Mount Pilatus. Some of the rooms have balconies, with very large, but semi-private, balconies on the first floor which…

Alpenquai 42

Dormitory: no curfew, no lockout, no membership, Phone them as they don't accept e-mail booking. Free kitchen facilities. It's a very nice place, clean, close to the lake and the old town. A lot of clubs (Treibhaus, Schüür) are just around.

Taubenhausstrasse 34

A nice bed & breakfast about a 15-minute walk from the train station or quick ride on bus #1. Single starts Friendly and helpful staff.

Zürichstrasse 57

Next to Lion Monument, Old Town and shopping centre. Free kitchen facilities and bed sheets. 3 large verandas. Dorm/shared rooms

Ask for them at the tourist information.