Destinations

Hergiswil - glass factory town at the foot of Mount Pilatus

Not far from Lucerne, Hergiswil (alt. 449 m) is a quiet vacation destination steeped in history and surrounded by deep blue lakes and impressive mountains. Discover a world that will cast its spell upon you.

Here you'll enjoy a warm welcome and great hospitality from the friendly locals.

Summer
Hergiswil is an ideal base for hiking Mount Pilatus or taking a cruise on Lake Lucerne, which you can easily combine with an excursion to another lakeside destination.

Highlights
- Switzerland's oldest glass factory with the only Glass Labyrinth
- Panoramic railway to Alpgschwänd above Hergiswil
- Idyllic lakeside beach with two heated pools for cooler days
- Sightseeing in nearby Lucerne - just a short train ride away

Winter
Within less than an hour by car, or slightly longer by public transportation, you can easily reach eight downhill resorts and one cross-country area. Variety is guaranteed.

Highlights
- Advent - the whole village becomes a market area
- Christmas market on Mount Pilatus
- Switzerland's oldest glass factory with the only Glass Labyrinth
- Sightseeing in nearby Lucerne - just a short train ride away