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Mt. Pilatus Gondola and Aerial Cableway Ticket from Kriens

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Start your trip at Kriens valley station and enjoy the 30 minutes ride with the panorama-gondola from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg, where in winter, there are sledging routes and snowshoe trails from Fräkmüntegg down to Krienseregg; the rental station is at the valley station in Kriens.
At Fräkmüntegg you will change to the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" and reach the summit Pilatus Kulm at 2132 meters above sea level in 5 minutes. At the top of Lucerne's landmark mountain, you can enjoy the great panoramic view or discover the Dragon World with its interactive games about Pilatus' dragon legends.
At Krienseregg, Fräkmüntegg, and Pilatus Kulm you can try some local specialties in one of the restaurants before heading back to Kriens by cable car.

What's Included

  • Panorama gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
  • Aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Meals and snacks in restaurants
  • Additional activities (sleding, snow shoes)
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Pilatus Luzern
Schlossweg 1, Kriens 6010, Switzerland

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Start your trip at Kriens valley station and enjoy the 30 minutes ride with the panorama-gondola from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg, where in winter, there are sledging routes and snowshoe trails from Fräkmüntegg down to Krienseregg; the rental station is at the valley station in Kriens. At Fräkmüntegg you will change to the aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" and reach the summit Pilatus Kulm at 2132 meters above sea level in 5 minutes. At the top of Lucerne's landmark mountain, you can enjoy the great panoramic view or discover the Dragon World with its interactive games about Pilatus' dragon legends. At Krienseregg, Fräkmüntegg, and Pilatus Kulm you can try some local specialties in one of the restaurants before heading back to Kriens by cable car.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • This is an unguided individual tour
  • You will go up and down the mountain the same way
  • Operates in almost all weather conditions; please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mt. Pilatus Gondola and Aerial Cableway Ticket from Kriens?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Panorama gondola between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
  • Aerail cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Meals and snacks in restaurants
  • Additional activities (sleding, snow shoes)
  • Parking fee at the valley station Kriens
  • Other personal expenses
  • Tour Guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Don't miss the last transportation down to the valley (16:30 from Pilatus Kulm)
  • This is an unguided individual tour
  • You will go up and down the mountain the same way
  • Operates in almost all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • Cableways are not in operation in case of storm
  • Strollers must be folded during transport
  • Infants participate for free (age 0 - 5.99 years)
  • The transportation to the start and from the end point is not included
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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