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Lucerne has not only one painted covered bridge, but two! If you are strapped for time, then you can certainly just visit the chapel bridge, but this is a great way to avoid the crowds and see another side to Lucerne most miss. One of the gems of Lucerne. What other great cities in the world are in the heart of the alps on a picturesque lake?
My recommendation is to take a walk along the left-hand side, for as long as you like, just enjoying the views which are stunning with the mountains around and peaceful surroundings Lucerne is famous for. There are too many wonderful attractions to mention in this article, but here are a few more if you have some time to spare:. Lucerne is in such a prime location that you can do some stunning day trips right from the heart of town, most of the time using public transport.
What more could you ask for? With the city right on the shores of Lake Lucerne and the mountains surrounding the lake, you are spoiled for choice.
And on top of that, there are also some other fun attractions you can make a day out of:. Compared to Lucerne, Interlaken is a lot smaller — a town more than a city. As such, there is a lot less of the big stuff restaurants, shops, big hotels however there is still a lot to see. Unlike Lucerne though, most people come to Interlaken for the mountains and outdoor activities, including some pretty crazy stuff that might be right up your alley.
More on that below. If you are coming from the north and have more time to get here, a more scenic journey from or via Lucerne is the Golden Pass. Running right through the middle of town the Hohenweg promenade is a highlight of a stroll from Interlaken Ost East to Interlaken West.
It is a strip of a park surrounded by local hotels, restaurants, and shops and also comes with some spectacular views of the distant peaks you will likely visit while here. It is also a great place to relax after a day out and about in Interlaken or the surrounding mountains! Spotting Ibex longhorn goats or Marmots in the wild is not always easy, which is why the Game Park is such a treasure to visit.
A spectacular way to get a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. You can see the two lakes that give Interlaken between lakes its name — the Brienz and Thun lakes, as well as the infamous Eiger and its partners — Jungfrau and Monch.
Lausanne is better for those who seek a variety of activities, hang out with young people, and visit historical buildings in the city. Both cities give you all the reasons to plan a getaway at your convenience. The distinction is important. Geneva may be wealthier and have a greater international reputation, but Lausanne, Switzerland's fourth largest city population-wise, often seems more dynamic.
Geneva hosts more international organizations than any other city in the world. This striking medieval town sits on the edge of scenic Lake Lucerne and looks up at some of the most impressive mountain peaks in the country.
Yes, it is scenic , and has panorama coaches. Zurich to Interlaken is 2 hours and 51 minutes, including a 16 minute change time in Luzern, and costs 51 CHF per person each way 2nd class if you don't have a half fare card.
Lucerne is a beautiful city in Switzerland and is the largest city in Central Switzerland. German is most widely spoken by the native residents, but it is also normal to communicate in English. The city is relatively small and it is easy to get around, and the public transportation options are great.
A lot of Swiss speak English fairly well , especially the younger generation. So generally getting by in English is no problem. Switzerland is rated the most expensive country in the world to visit , with Geneva and Zurich being two of the ten most expensive cities to live in. And because visiting Switzerland so expensive, it's easy to see why so many people skip over the country and wait until they are older and hopefully wealthier. Lausanne is the world headquarters of the Olympics , and an Olympic museum is among its most popular tourist attractions.
You can also spend time in the mineral spa at Rigi-Kaltbad. The Limmatquai riverfront promenade runs all the way to the 17th-century town hall. The Augustinergasse medieval lane is lined with former merchant houses with carved windows. Visitors easily spend a day wandering around the beautiful old town.
It features a copper-topped spire and modern tinted glass windows by Marc Chagall Great museums include the Kunsthaus art museum with its impressive Swiss art collections spanning several centuries, and the Swiss National Museum Landesmuseum, Swiss history located in a beautiful 19th-century building.
Besides the old town, the museums, the impressive number of restaurants and stores, travelers enjoy taking ferry rides or renting a boat on the lake. Travelers often take the paddle steamer ferry to the Rapperswil town to visit the castle and rose gardens,. Many visitors take the little train up the Utlieberg small mountain for the great views of the city, the lake, and the snowcapped high mountains.
Some nice hiking options are available. Most travelers agree the Zurich zoo, which is a short and pleasant tram ride from the center, is well worth a visit. In Lucerne, there are many restaurants on the left bank riverfront, relatively expensive. Manora Restaurant, on the rooftop of the Manor department store, offers fresh-made food and nice views at about half the price of other places.
Tibits, located in the train station, is another affordable option, offering vegetarian food. Some travelers also recommend Ristorante Mama Leone which offers good pizza.
In general, though, Lucerne has very limited nightlife. As you might expect, there are a lot more options for going out in Zurich at any hour. Niederdorf is a popular area for nightlife in the heart of the old town. It has a long and beautiful avenue with endless shops, cafes, restaurants, old buildings, and pedestrian alleyways. The area is always busy in the evenings, weekends, and whenever the weather is nice. From Niederdorfstrasse you can walk down to the lake and back up along the river and enjoy the lit-up city.
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