Day trips from Hellbühl: Lucerne, the lake and Pilatus
Hellbühl, LU
The Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl is a short drive from Lucerne. The old town with the Chapel Bridge, boat trips on Lake Lucerne and the cogwheel railway up Mount Pilatus are among the most popular destinations.
What would Lucerne be without Lake Lucerne? It’s hard to imagine. With its fjord-like inlets and breathtaking scenery, the lake is the perfect destination for sailing, kayaking, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding, or simply exploring on a scenic boat cruise. Five historic paddle steamers, twelve motor vessels, and additional boats operate year-round in all weather conditions, taking you through the stunning Lake Lucerne region with convenient connections to the surrounding mountain railways.
Escape the city and ascend to Pilatus Kulm at 2,132 meters above sea level aboard the world’s steepest cogwheel railway—an extraordinary feat of engineering. At the summit, a wide range of exciting adventures awaits visitors of all ages, making it the perfect destination for both families and thrill-seekers.
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City
City of Lucerne
The well-preserved old town, the Chapel Bridge and the view of the Alps make Lucerne one of the most popular destinations in Switzerland. Culture, history and nature are close together here.
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Lake
Boat trips on Lake Lucerne
Five paddle steamers, twelve motor vessels and further boats run all year round in any weather, with connections to the mountain railways around the lake. In summer the lake also invites you to sail, kayak, swim and stand-up paddle.
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Mountain
Mount Pilatus
In summer, the world's steepest cogwheel railway climbs from Alpnachstad to Pilatus Kulm at 2,132 metres above sea level. All year round, a gondola and an aerial cableway run up from Kriens. At the top, views and adventures await visitors of all ages.
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Frequently asked questions
›Which day trips can I make from the hotel in Hellbühl?
Popular destinations from the Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl are Lucerne's old town with the Chapel Bridge, boat trips on Lake Lucerne and the cogwheel railway up Mount Pilatus.
›How far is it from the hotel in Hellbühl to Lucerne?
From the Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl in the Canton of Lucerne, the old town of Lucerne with the Chapel Bridge and Lake Lucerne is a short drive away.
›Do the boats on Lake Lucerne run all year?
Yes. On Lake Lucerne, a short drive from the Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl, five paddle steamers, twelve motor vessels and further boats run all year round in any weather, with connections to the mountain railways around the lake.
›How do I get up Mount Pilatus?
The world's steepest cogwheel railway runs up to Pilatus Kulm at 2,132 metres above sea level. Mount Pilatus is a nearby day trip from the Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl near Lucerne.
›What can I do on Lake Lucerne?
In summer you can sail, kayak, swim and stand-up paddle on Lake Lucerne, or simply take a boat trip. The lake is a nearby destination from the Berg & Berg Hotel Hellbühl.