We will spend one of our days in Luzern this summer exploring either Mount Pilatus or Mount Rigi? Which one is the best one to visit?
Posted by
Twin Cities of MN
6462 posts
Are you going to get the Swiss Travel Pass? If so, The entire trip to Mt. Rigi (boat, cog train) was covered by the Swiss Travel Pass. We loved doing it. I didn't do the other two so I can't say which is best. Also, the best one might be the one that is not socked in with clouds.
Posted by
OP
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Thank you!!
Posted by
The Heartland USA
8967 posts
Yes you dont have to decide until you get there, and check the weather situation (live webcams). If its sunny on top, take advantage and go. We chose Pilatus because it was faster to get there by train.
Posted by
Seattle, WA
17427 posts
Rigi offers nice walking on eSy trails at several levels on the mountain, all with lovely views over the lake.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32351 posts
krauss,
Pilatus makes a nice day trip from Lucerne, and you can be back in the late afternoon in time for a rest or a glass of wine before dinner. Using the boat to Alpnachastad, the Funicular to the top, cable cars down to Kriens and then bus back to Lucerne is a very scenic trip. Hopefully in the summer there won't be too many foggy days on either mountain.