Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal) Tours

Carved into the low cliff face on the outskirts of the Old Town, the Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal) is Lucerne’s most distinctive landmark, evocatively described by Mark Twain as ‘the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world’. The giant sandstone sculpture depicts a 10-meter long dying lion resting in a shaded nook above a shimmering pond, and was created in 1821 under commission of Captain Carl Pfyffer von Altishofen.
Hewn out of the natural rock on-site, the monument was the handiwork of stonemason Lucas Ahorn, to the design of Danish classicist sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsenwhilst and commemorates the Swiss Guards that lost their lives in the 1792 French Revolution. Look closely and you’ll see that the lion’s paws rest on the symbolic Fleur-de-Lis (Lilies of France), while a broken spear juts from his back. The poignant inscription reads ‘Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti’ – ‘To the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss’.
Hewn out of the natural rock on-site, the monument was the handiwork of stonemason Lucas Ahorn, to the design of Danish classicist sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsenwhilst and commemorates the Swiss Guards that lost their lives in the 1792 French Revolution. Look closely and you’ll see that the lion’s paws rest on the symbolic Fleur-de-Lis (Lilies of France), while a broken spear juts from his back. The poignant inscription reads ‘Helvetiorum Fidei ac Virtuti’ – ‘To the loyalty and bravery of the Swiss’.
Address: Denkmalstrasse 4, Lucerne, Denkmalstrasse 6006, Switzerland
21 Tours and Activities to Experience Lion Monument (Löwendenkmal)
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Lucerne Walking and Boat Tour: The Best Swiss Experience
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Home to medieval architecture and spectacular lakeside scenery, Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this tour, explore Lucerne and surrounds by foot and by boat, and see the best of the city in one day. With your guide to lead the way, hit top attractions including the Chapel Bridge and Lucerne Castle, and gain insight into centuries of colorful Swiss history. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour.
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Private Classic Lucerne City Walk
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See Lucerne’s must-see sights and lesser-known gems in just a couple of hours. The ideal tour if you’re short on time, this classic Lucerne city walk covers everything you need to know about the city. Explore with your own private guide and ask as many questions as you like while you go, discovering the Lion Monument, Musegg Wall, and even the inside of Ritter Palace.
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City tour plus Lucerne
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Guided private city tour with the most important Lucerne sights.
In addition, the non-tourist areas of the city are shown exclusively with local guides.
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Luzern City Tour with Lake Cruise Small Group Tour
Lucerne, located in central Switzerland and sited on lake Lucerne, is embedded with a spectacular mountain panorama. The town is a "must see" destination in Switzerland with it's attractions like the wooden chapel bridge. Spend your time on this guided tour in the old town, the world most known attractions and on a lake boat cruise.
Our tourguide accompanies you on this tour from the starting point, and answers your questions about the country and its people. The tour guide knows the way and shows you a few places away from the tourist flow.
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$109.35
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Luzern City Tour with Lake Cruise Private Tour
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Explore the history and culture of one of the Swiss Alps’ most popular towns on this half-day Lucerne city tour with Lake Lucerne sightseeing boat trip. Follow a private guide along the banks of the Reuss River and choose your own route to take in the attractions of most interest. Delve into Lucerne’s historic Old Town, stroll along the city walls, and see the 16th-century houses for which Lucerne is famous. Then, take a sightseeing boat trip across Lake Lucerne and listen to commentary via audioguide.
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$225.47
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Lucerne Walking and Boat Tour: The Total Swiss Experience
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Surrounded by soaring Alpine peaks and the shimmering waters of Lake Lucerne, beautiful Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this tour, explore the city and Lake Lucerne on foot and by sightseeing boat, with your photographer guide on hand to capture your day’s adventures on camera. Pose for photos at top attractions including the Chapel Bridge, and ensure your whole group features in your holiday snaps.
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Pearls of Switzerland Cristina Tschuppert Private city walking tour Lucerne
Famous for its beautiful medieval architecture and spectacular lakeside scenery, Lucerne is widely considered the jewel in Switzerland’s crown. On this walking tour, enjoy a comprehensive introduction to Lucerne’s culture and history, see the best of Lucerne with ease, and take in top attractions including the Chapel Bridge and the first baroque church in Switzerland.
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$173.44
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Best of Lucerne Walking Photography Tour
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Surrounded by soaring peaks and shimmering lakes, pretty Lucerne is a photographer’s dream destination—but knowing the best spots for the finest photographs requires local knowledge. On this small-group tour, limited to 10 people, explore the streets and landmarks of Lucerne as your photographer guide helps you capture the city on camera. Along the way, snap top attractions including the medieval Chapel Bridge and the 14th century Museggmauer city walls.
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$135.28
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The heart of Lucerne
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Personal tour guide
Custom tailor made tours
Unique experience in Lucerne
Experience Lucerne from another side
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$73.28
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Lucerne's Past and Present with Local
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This experience is provided by a private local.
Discover the historical side of Lucerne with a passionate local who wants to share all the best-kept secrets of Lucerne with you!
Our excursion will start near the historical museum, in the heart of Lucerne!. You will learn about the various architectural styles from different time periods and find out how the city has changed over time. From visiting churches to discovering the history behind the Musegg Wall or even the Leodegar church, you will encounter unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you!
We know that travelling is the best way of learning, and having a knowledgeable local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better!
Of course, if you wish to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!
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Lucerne Fondue Winter Pleasure with Lake Trip and City Tour
Say cheese! and Pick your favourite cheese fondue from 100 variations!
Learn about the history of Lucerne in a combined walking and boat tour led by a local guide for a small group, then experience the Swiss love affair with cheese on a mouth-watering Fondue Pleasure. Good food, well preserved history and great alpine views make for a fantastic combination on this amazing Swiss culinary and history adventure that showcases the very best of the local culinary arts (100 different fondue cheese types) . You'll also see the most iconic landmarks of the most beautiful Swiss city from the water and from the best panorama viewing points.
We will also visit the Lion Monument and take a lift to Lucerne Castle to enjoy stunning Alpine Views!
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Private 2-hour Walking tour of Lucern with official tour guide
Enjoy this private 2-hour walking tour of the beautiful city of Lucern with your private official tour guide. You’ll discover the most emblematic sites of this German-speaking city located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, while you will enjoy picturesque views around nearly every turn as you visit several top city attractions.
- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
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Mt Titlis Private Photo Tour from Lucerne
Bring your camera or smartphone for a photo tour of Mt. Titlis, the tallest mountain in central Switzerland. Home to the TITLIS Rotair, aka the world’s first revolving cable car, the mountain summit boasts sweeping views around the snow-capped Swiss Alps. Capture the vistas on camera with the help of a pro photographer guide, hearing tips for the best vantage points and learning about composition techniques. You can even upgrade to add on an extra visit to Lucerne or have an alpine photo shoot with snaps taken by a pro.
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GAILY TOUR in LUCERNE - Gay & Lesbian Tour
Lucerne • Gay Friendly Tour & Chocolate's Secretss
Lucerne by Night • Gay Tour
• Gay or Lesbian Friendly Tour Guide for City Tour (3 hours)
• Every Entrance Fee or Tasting described in the program
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$192.87
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Essential Lucerne Photography Tour
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Culturally diverse and infinitely scenic, Lucerne is a photographer’s ideal city. This tour takes photography enthusiasts to secret vantage points, beguiling back streets, monuments and historic landmarks, and dramatic landscapes. No experience is necessary, as your photographer-guide will offer advice as you shoot. Any camera, from simple point-and-shoots to complex DSLRs are encouraged. The guide will also take photos of participants and share them in an online gallery after the tour.
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Lucerne City Tour With All You Can Eat Cheese Fondue And Raclette Evening Cruise
Say cheese!
Learn about the history of Lucerne on a 2.5 hrs walking tour led by a local guide, then experience its love affair with cheese on an All you can eat Fondue or Raclette culinary experience on a three hrs. evening boat trip around Lake Lucerne. Good food and great views make for a fantastic combination on this jovial evening cruise that showcases the very best of Swiss cuisine. You'll see the most iconic landmarks of the most beautiful Swiss city from the water and from the best panorama viewing points in a lovely and relaxing Swiss experience.
We will visit the Lion Monument and take a lift to Lucerne Castle to admire the most stunning alpine views!
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Mt Stanserhorn & Lucerne city day Photography Tour
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Capture your mountain adventure on camera with this photo tour of Mt. Stanserhorn from Lucerne. You’ll ride to the mountain summit by train, wooden funicular, and the world’s first open-top Cabrio cable car, hearing photo tips for outdoor compositions as you go. All transport is prebooked, and you have the option to include extras such as a walking tour of Lucerne or a mountain photo shoot with snaps taken by a professional.
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$620.03
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Farm Visit Walk
Explore Lake Lucerne’s Region. Experience impressive views over the city of Lucerne, the lake and the Central Swiss Alps, enjoying an oasis of peace in beautiful nature. Enjoy a funicular ride up to the montains and admire the Alps from a panoramic 2 hours easy walk through one of Lucerne’s greenest area.
Your guide and local expert will lead the tour and provide you with all the information you need to know about the area’s past and present, customs, language and traditions.
After the hotel pick-up your guide will take you from Kriens to Sonnenberg via cable cars for a scenic aerial view over Lucerne; then he/she will lead the way of a 2 hours easy walk in nature, through green pastures, a farm and some authentic Swiss chalets. You will have the chance to visit a typical Swiss farm and stop by the farm shop to purchase some quality food.
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$254.38
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Beer Tasting Tour and Lucerne Sightseeing
Accompanied by one of our guides, this unique tour combines sightseeing of Chapel Bridge, Lucerne’s old town and the Lion monument (one of the symbols of the city) with a visit of the most famous brewery of central Switzerland and beer tastings. It is the best way to spend a short time in one of the most beautiful cities in Switzerland.
Eichhof is, as they say, a proud beer of a proud region. Brewed just outside Lucerne, in the heart of Switzerland. A beer that has been appreciated throughout the whole country for more than 180 years.
Nowadays the company brews thirteen different varieties. One beer for every individual and every occasion. From the classic “Lager” to the strong “Barbara”, using only the best ingredients: first-class malting barley, fine flavoured hops, yeast from our own breeding and pure water.
The tour includes a tasting of 6 different Eichhof beers and a pretzel or brewing sausages (pork) with a special bread.
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$179.22
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4 Lakes Bike Tour Adventure
Enjoy the famous golden pass line in his full beauty in a less touristic way. This fantastic tour is a combination of the well-known train ride and a bike tour in the heart of Switzerland. We will take the Lucerne-Interlaken express up to his highest point, the Brunig pass. Along the cogwheel line we bike back along the turquoise lake of Lungern, the lake of Sarnen, the swan lake Wichel, until we finally reach lake Lucerne. It's a beautiful journey. Come long and enjoy your time!
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$589.69
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$589.69
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Rickshaw city tour in Lucerne with Prosecco
Because I want you to experience Lucerne differently - in a rickshaw with Caribbean music and also a Güpli Prosecco. Since we can use the bike trails, we are faster than on foot and at the same time more flexible than cars / taxis / other means of transport / etc. The guests can count on smiling faces on the way because I am the only rickshaw in Lucerne of this kind.
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