Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Highlights
- Enjoy the mountain experience at 2132 m above sea level
- Incredible view from Pilatus over Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps
- Look at the mountains and valleys from the panoramic gondola and cable car "Dragon Ride" between Kriens and Pilatus Kulm
Description
Visit the landmarks of Lucerne in winter.
Begin your journey at the Kriens valley station and enjoy the 30-minute ride on the panoramic cable car from Kriens to Fräkmüntegg. In winter, tobogganing and snowshoeing trails lead from Fräkmüntegg down to Krienseregg. The rental station is located at the valley station in Kriens.
At Fräkmüntegg, you board the "Dragon Ride" cable car and reach the Pilatus Kulm summit at 2132 m above sea level in 5 minutes. At the top of Lucerne’s icon, you can enjoy the spectacular 360-degree view or discover the Dragon World with interactive games about the legends of Pilatus.
On Krienseregg, Fräkmüntegg, and Pilatus Kulm, you can taste local specialties at one of the restaurants before taking the cable car back down to Kriens.
Practical information:
- Accessibility for wheelchair users (advance booking required)
- Duration 2.5 - 6 hours, see timetable for departure times
Good to know
- Please note that this is a self-guided tour, with no guide waiting for you.
- Please check the timetable before your visit.
- It takes place in almost all weather conditions, so dress accordingly.
- Infants participate free of charge (age 0 - 5.99 years).
- The ascent and descent are made by cable car from/to Kriens.
- Transport to the start and end points is not included.
Traveling with dogs
- Small dogs up to 30 cm in height can be taken free of charge on the Pilatus Railway. However, they must stay in a transport container for the entire journey. You need to slide this under your seat.
- Dogs without a container and all dogs taller than 30 cm at the shoulder require their own dog ticket for the Pilatus Railway.
Inclusions
Panorama Cable Car between Kriens and Fräkmüntegg
Aerial cableway "Dragon Ride" between Fräkmüntegg and Pilatus Kulm
Tour Guide
Hotel pickup and return transfer
Meals and snacks at restaurants
Additional activities (tobogganing, snowshoes)
Parking fee at Kriens valley station
Other personal expenses
Meeting point
Talstation Pilatusbahn, Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens
Schlossweg 1, 6010 Kriens, Schweiz
Provider
Operated by
Pilatus-Bahnen AG
Verified provider
Reviews
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Wonderful experience with the added bonus of snowfall!
Sheree
11 Feb 2026
The scenery was spectacular, the only downside was that the restaurant closes early, otherwise everything was great
Normang David
3 Feb 2026






