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Mount Pilatus: Cogwheel Train & Cable Car Round-Trip Tickets
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Highlights

  • Experience flexibility with your alpine journey by riding the Pilatusbahn from Kriens to Mount Pilatus or starting at Mount Pilatus and returning via cable car. Alternatively, begin in Kriens and take the train back.
  • Reach an elevation of 2,132 meters above sea level for spectacular views over various peaks and Lake Lucerne within the beautiful Pilatus region.
  • At the summit's sun terrace, enjoy panoramic vistas while strolling along a flower path that offers a peaceful alternative to Tomlishorn.
  • Your ticket provides access to cable cars, enabling travel between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens through this picturesque route.
  • Did you know? The Pilatusbahn has been operational since 1889 with gradients reaching up to 48%.

Your Experience

A thrilling Cogwheel train journey with a scenic gondola ride!

Located in the Swiss Alps, Mount Pilatus offers an exceptional adventure. Board the cogwheel train to ascend to Lucerne's most popular mountain or enjoy stunning views of mountains and valleys on the "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm.

In just 30 minutes each way, you'll be treated to stunning scenery, reaching a summit with panoramic views of the Swiss Alps and Lake Lucerne from the sun terrace. Stroll along the flower-lined path or take the hiking trail towards Tomlishorn for more exploration.

Benefit from easy access to cable cars for a smooth descent from Pilatus Kulm back to Kriens.

Routes

Cogwheel Train

  • First station: Alpnachstad
  • Intermediate station: Ämsigen
  • Last station: Pilatus Kulm

Cable Car Dragon Ride

  • First station: Kriens
  • Intermediate station: Fräkmüntegg
  • Last station: Pilatus Kulm

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Round-trip tickets from/to Alpnachstad and/or Kriens
  • Cogwheel train tickets between Alpnachstad and Pilatus Kulm
  • Cable car access between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket redemption points

Pilatus valley station (Cogwheel train)

  • Show your ticket at Pilatus Railway.

  • Address: Brünigstrasse 2, 6053 Alpnach, Switzerland.

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Pilatus-Bahnen AG (Cable car)

  • Show your ticket at Pilatus-Bahnen AG.

  • Address: Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens, Switzerland.

Get directions to the redemption point

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The round-trip tickets allow you to start from either Alpnachstad and/or Kriens.

You'll reach an elevation of 2,132 meters above sea level while ascending Mount Pilatus.

The experience includes riding the cogwheel train from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm and taking a cable car between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens.

It takes just 30 minutes each way on the cogwheel train from Lucerne to ascend to Mount Pilatus.

At the summit, you'll enjoy panoramic views from the sun terrace and have the option to stroll along a flower-lined path that runs parallel to Tomlishorn's hiking trail.

The Pilatusbahn train has been in operation since 1889, featuring a gradient of up to 48% on its route.

You'll enjoy stunning vistas of various peaks and Lake Lucerne as you ascend Mount Pilatus.

Yes, you can choose to start from either Kriens or Alpnachstad with the round-trip tickets available for both directions.

Personal expenses are not included in your ticket purchase and will need to be covered separately.

Travel insurance is excluded from the package, so you'll need to arrange it independently if desired.

The round-trip journey takes approximately 30 minutes each way.

You will reach an elevation of 2,132 meters above sea level during your visit.

Your tickets include a round-trip on the cogwheel train and cable car access between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm.

Yes, your ticket allows you to begin your trip at either Alpnachstad or Kriens with a round-trip option.

At the summit, enjoy panoramic views from the sun terrace and take leisurely walks along the flower-lined path parallel to Tomlishorn.

The historic Pilatusbahn has been operational since 1889, featuring a gradient of up to 48%.

Your tickets grant access to travel between Pilatus Kulm and Kriens via cable cars.

Personal expenses are not covered by the ticket package; visitors will need to account for these separately.

From the summit, you'll enjoy stunning vistas of various peaks and Lake Lucerne.

Travel insurance is not included in your ticket purchase; it must be arranged separately if desired.

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