Hello again: Thank you to those who have answered several questions so far, What a great help!!
We are going to Switzerland May 2-12, 2026 mid 5-week 3 country tour. Dates are fixed. Wanted to stay at Edelweiss in Wengen May 5-10. Not yet open. So, rethinking that portion of the trip. We are spending time in Lucerne where we will visit Mt. Pilatus and Mt Rigi, cruise the lake, etc. I am now wondering if extending in Lucerne would offer the best day trips for Alps views since we will not be staying up higher. We are currently in Lucerne 4 nights, but can extend if this makes a good base. I would like ideas for seeing spectacular alps views without going to Wengen or Murren. Are there other good options besides Lucerne? Would trains offer the best option? And, if so, from what area/city/town. We will likely want to take regional trains rather than panoramic trains due to the ability to get off before the terminus. I would love to have some recommendations based on experience of early May. Since we are not going to Wengen, I am hoping to avoid packing hiking boots. Will take waterproof good-grip sneakers (OnClouds) which give me good support for arthritic knees.
Thank you in advance - Susan (80 and going strong!). PS we live in the Pacific Northwest so views of forests, "regular" mountains, etc. isn't a huge thrill. Looking for spectacular. Probably the reason everyone goes to Switzerland. :)