Paseo privado por la ciudad medieval

Beneath the cobble stones at the Kapellplatz, there is still a cemetery from earlier times. On the wall of the Peterskapelle, you can see the painting of Saint Christopher. Strictly devout Catholics believe that whoever looks at the mural devoutly will not die a sudden death today. Saint Christopher is...

The Brandgässli recalls a major fire of 1833. Lucerne has always suffered from large city fires. In the Middle Ages, entire districts fell victim to the flames. But even in modern times, fires have occurred repeatedly: in 1633 the Hofkirche, in 1833 between Reuss and Weinmarkt, in 1971 the train...

The Weinmarkt is one of the most beautiful squares in Lucerne. Many of the houses have been standing since the 16th century and are decorated with beautiful murals. In the past, fish was traded here. After Lucerne flourished thanks to the Gotthard Pass, wine was traded here. The Weinmarkt fountain...

On the facade of the Hotel Des Balances, you will also see the goddess Justitia. With her eyes blindfolded, holding a balance and a sword, she still symbolically holds court here.
"Zöpfli" means "decorative piece" and is indeed a very special little place. The locals eat a sandwich there during...

The Reussbrücke is the first bridge in Lucerne and dates back to the 12th century. The first bridge was always built at the narrowest point of the river, which is exactly here. The Reussbrücke was always wide enough to be passed by carts, while the Chapel Bridge and the Spreuer...

The House of the "Alte Suidtersche Apotheke" was built 1536 and is among the nicest gothic houses in Lucerne. The Farmacy itself was founded in 1833 and much of the interior hasn't changed since then. The absolute highlight is the medieval window as it can only be seen by night.
...

The former *Ritter Palace is today's cantonal government building of Lucerne. Lux Ritter, a Mayor who became very rich as a mercenary leader, had this Florentine palazzo built for himself from 1556. You will hear the true story of the unfortunate stonemason Hans von Trient. Afterwards, you will visit the...

The Jesuit Church in Lucerne is the first large Baroque church in Lucerne and was completed in 1677. It was recently renovated and is very bright and beautifully decorated. The red marble of the altar comes from Goa in India. The side chapels are dedicated to saints, some of which...

The Chapel Bridge was built in 1365 as part of the city's fortifications and, together with the adjacent Water Tower, is the most photographed attraction in Switzerland. You will hear details about its history, find out where the bridge got its name and why it was built at an angle...