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Mt. Pilatus Gondola and Aerial Cableway Ticket from Kriens

4.9(10)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 10 reviews6 hFree cancellationBy Pilatus-Bahnen AG
Dragon Ride to the top

About this activity

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

Not included

  • ✕Tour Guide
  • ✕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

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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