Five Best Things to Do in Lucerne During Winter

The average temperature in Lucerne during the winter is around three degrees Celsius, but it can get significantly colder, and the coldest month is usually January. Bring warm clothes to go to the lake or the mountain. When taking a break from walking around town, you will come across many warm and cozy cafes where you can warm up and enjoy your favorite drink.

These are some of the most exciting activities you can do in this city during winter.

Visit the Festival of Lights

This is a popular winter event for the city's residents and tourists. This year, the Festival takes place from January 11th to 21st. Light installations are placed in the town, the city's sights are illuminated, and you can attend various exciting events. This Festival will surely lift the mood in January's dreary days.

Climb the mountain by cable car

You don't have to be a skiing and winter sports fan to enjoy the mountain during winter. From Lucerne, you can reach Engelberg, a beautiful mountain resort, in 45 minutes by train or car. Engelberg has an aerial cable car that will take you up the mountain in about half an hour at about 3000 meters above sea level. This is the first cable car in the world that rotates 360 degrees so that you won't miss any of the beautiful mountain scenery covered with snow.

Enjoy the thermal spa on top of the mountain

If you want to observe the snow and winter landscape from a warm place, the thermal pool is the right choice for you. High in the mountains is The Mineralbad Spa Rigi Kaltbad. It is equipped with saunas, a hydromassage bath, and an outdoor pool with hot water. The water in the pools is heated to around 35 degrees, which makes it an ideal place for hedonists. You can relax in the warm thermal water and enjoy the beautiful view of the mountains.

Go ice-skating

Try ice skating if you want to stay in the city center and still enjoy winter sports. Lucerne Ice Centre (The Eiszentrum Luzern) is located on the other side of the river, about a twenty-minute walk away. The rink is open all year round, and, in addition to skating, it is also suitable for hockey.

Take a boat tour

A boat tour of the lake is a great way to see the city. This activity is not reserved for warm months only. You will enjoy the ride as long as you are dressed in warm clothes. You can book these types of tours of different durations, and most often, they combine a walk around the lake and sightseeing with a boat ride on the lake. This is the perfect way to get to know the city quickly and see all the most important points of interest.

Where to stay in Lucerne?

If you are planning your visit to Lucerne and looking for a cheaper, quieter, and more pleasant place to stay, we recommend Kriens. This municipality is only 10 minutes by car and 7 minutes by train from Lucerne, offering exceptional places to stay on a budget.

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