Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens
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Winter Ticket Pilatus with Cable Car and Aerial Ropeway from/to Kriens

4.6 96 reviewsKriens
Free up to 24 hours before
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!

ShereeAU

11 Feb 2026

The scenery was spectacular, the only downside was that the restaurant closes early, otherwise everything was great

Normang DavidES

3 Feb 2026

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