Mt. Pilatus Cogwheel Train

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US$101.44

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US$101.44

It was perfect, except for the fact that we had a one-way ticket, which I didn't know. I mean, when I bought the tickets...

Francisco Cardenal

Ascend comfortably and quickly up to one of the most beautiful mountains in the Swiss Alps with this Cogwheel train ticket to Mount Pilatus!

Details

Duration

1 day.

Included

1—day ticket for the cogwheel train to Mt. Pilatus from Alpnach

Not included

Food and drinks
Optional activities on Mt. Pilatus.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Meeting point

Brünigstrasse 2, 6053 Alpnachstad

Reviews of our customers

8.4

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June 16, 2025
Francisco Cardenal Montero
Pamplona, Spain
It was perfect, except for the fact that we had a one-way ticket, which I didn't know. I mean, when I bought the tickets, I thought they were round-tr...
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August 17, 2023
Monica
Valencia, Spain
The spectacular views I didn't like waiting in line since there were people who had gotten the ticket with a predetermined time, which did not give me...
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Ascend comfortably and quickly up to one of the most beautiful mountains in the Swiss Alps with this Cogwheel train ticket to Mount Pilatus!

Mt. Pilatus Cogwheel Train

This train ticket will give you a full day of access to the Cogwheel train that goes up to Mount Pilatus. This mountain in the Swiss Alps is located at 2132 meters (7,000 feet) above sea level and is positioned at a strategic point, as it marks the border between the cantons of Lucerne, Nidwalden, and Obwalden.

To climb Mount Pilatus from Alpnach, go to the following address: Brüningstrasse 2, where you can board the world's steepest Cogwheel railway, which has a section with a gradient of 48%!

In just 30 minutes, this rack railway will take you up to the Pilatus Kulm station. You'll enjoy an incredible journey through beautiful meadows and alpine forests that will absolutely take your breath away.

Once you reach the Pilatus station, you'll be able to hang out and enjoy the view from the lookout point. There is also a panoramic restaurant with magnificent views of the Alps.

Operating Hours

At the following link, you can check the schedule for the ride to and from Mount Pilatus:

2026 Schedules

Cable Car from Kriens

If you wish to go during the winter season, we recommend checking out this ticket to the Mount Pilatus cable car from Kriens.

Ascend comfortably and quickly up to one of the most beautiful mountains in the Swiss Alps with this Cogwheel train ticket to Mount Pilatus!

Mt. Pilatus Cogwheel Train

To climb Mount Pilatus from Alpnach, go to the following address: Brüningstrasse 2, where you can board the world's steepest Cogwheel railway, which has a section with a gradient of 48%!

Once you reach the Pilatus station, you'll be able to hang out and enjoy the view from the lookout point. There is also a panoramic restaurant with magnificent views of the Alps.

Operating Hours

At the following link, you can check the schedule for the ride to and from Mount Pilatus:

2026 Schedules

Cable Car from Kriens

If you wish to go during the winter season, we recommend checking out this ticket to the Mount Pilatus cable car from Kriens.

Mt. Pilatus Cogwheel Train