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Mount Pilatus
Lucerne’s legendary mountain. Ride the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to Pilatus Kulm at 2,132 m, or float up by panoramic gondola and aerial cableway — with sweeping views over Lake Lucerne and dozens of Alpine peaks.
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What you’ll experience
Lucerne’s legendary peak
Pilatus Kulm summit at 2,132 m above Lake Lucerne
The world’s steepest cogwheel railway — up to 48% gradient (from Alpnachstad)
Or ride the gondola and panoramic cableway from Kriens
Sweeping views over Lake Lucerne and dozens of Alpine peaks
Sun terraces, restaurants and the historic Hotel Pilatus-Kulm
Dragon trail and the Fräkmüntegg adventure park on the way
Discounted with the Swiss Travel Pass
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What’s the best way up Mount Pilatus?+
The famous Golden Round Trip: a boat from Lucerne to Alpnachstad, the steepest cogwheel railway to the summit, then gondola and cableway down to Kriens — or take any single leg on its own.
Is the cogwheel railway open all year?+
The Alpnachstad cogwheel railway runs in the warmer months (roughly May to November). The Kriens gondola and panoramic cableway run year-round, so Pilatus is reachable in winter too.
How long does it take?+
The cogwheel climb takes about 30 minutes. Allow a half to full day for the full round trip from Lucerne.
Is Pilatus covered by the Swiss Travel Pass?+
It’s discounted with the Swiss Travel Pass — you still receive a reduced fare.
Is this an official ticket?+
Yes — an official ticket with instant QR e-ticket delivery, at the same price as buying direct.
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