You might be encouraged to visit today, but Musegg Wall hasn't always rolled out the welcome mat! Get to know the story behind this mighty stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

You'll soon discover why this Lucerne history-filled fortress is popular with travelers. If you're looking for more to do and see here, Chapel Bridge, Swiss Transportation Museum, and Mount Pilatus are in this area as well. They won't take you long to reach from Musegg Wall.

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Hotel Chalet Swiss

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Feb 8 - Feb 14

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New York (JFK) to Zürich (ZRH)

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Clean rooms, the view was nice and we enjoyed the breakfast

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Hotel Corvatsch

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$1,979

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Feb 16 - Feb 22

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Boston (BOS) to Zürich (ZRH)

16/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)

There was no one at the main desk to check you in. The process to get a room key was not as described on the paper that was there to tell you how to check in.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

Hotel Ermitage Kandersteg

$810

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Feb 10 - Feb 14

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Boston (BOS) to Zürich (ZRH)

18/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)

Breakfast was nice. Location excellent next to the gondola. Playground outside.

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Mill Bridge

Find out about the history of Lucerne when you spend time at Mill Bridge. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

From the famous Chapel Bridge (center in the photo) we noticed the tower of the beautiful Château Gütsch. We decided to go and explore. A short ride up the hill with the Gütsch Bahn

Chateau Guetsch

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Lucerne with a stop at Chateau Guetsch. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Old Town Lucerne showing boating, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Jesuit Church

4.5/5(10 reviews)

After visiting Jesuit Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lucerne. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Chapel Bridge

4.5/5(608 reviews)

Enjoy “history with a view” amid the natural beauty of Lake Lucerne from Europe’s oldest covered bridge.

Looking out over Lucerne from one of the towers on the medieval wall. One of the most beautiful views I've ever seen.
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Hertensteinstrasse

During your trip to Lucerne, you can do some window-shopping at Hertensteinstrasse. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Natur-Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Natur-Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Lucerne. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.