Lucerne is rightly considered one of the most beautiful cities in German-speaking Switzerland, a jewel of the country. Lucerne was the first to join the Swiss Confederation and is now known in part thanks to the legendary William Tell. It was here that the famous story about the boy and the apple unfolded.
Located in the very heart of Switzerland, Lucerne has absorbed all the charms of the country – both the picturesque winding lake with rocky shores, and the high mountains with glaciers, and the ancient architecture in the “gingerbread town” style. In this city, everyone will find something of interest to their taste: lovers of antiquity will be greeted by old painted houses, wooden medieval bridges, and the city wall; supporters of active recreation will find numerous hiking trails, skiing, and sledding; lovers will enjoy the romantic promenade and cozy restaurants; and the lazy will appreciate cruises through the most picturesque places of the lake.
A two-hour walk around the city will bring you many pleasant impressions. Here, almost every corner has its own centuries-old history. You will find the famous Chapel Bridge – the oldest covered wooden bridge in Europe; the 34-meter water tower – a symbol of the city; the Musegg Fortress – a medieval city defensive wall with nine towers; the “Dying Lion” memorial – the saddest and most touching stone sculpture in the world; and the modern Culture and Congress Center.
