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Mount Pilatus

Lucerne, Switzerland

About Mount Pilatus

The Dragon Mountain above Lucerne — a 2,132m summit reached by the world's steepest cogwheel railway, with panoramic views of 73 Alpine peaks. The round-trip via gondola down to the lake and steamer back to Lucerne is the greatest day trip in Central Switzerland.

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📍Pilatus-Bahnen, Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens

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Why it works for solo travelers

✓ Comfortable to visit on your own.
✓ Higher-end ($$$).

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Lake Lucerne Swimming

The clearest lake water in Europe — Lucerne's lido and various free swimming spots along the Vierwaldstättersee offer spring-fed mountain water in a setting surrounded by Alpine peaks. The Strandbad Lido is the main facility; the free swimming spots along the promenade are equally wonderful.

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