Luzern (aka Lucerne)
My brother Ken and his partner Samm are over visiting for a few days, and as it’s Samm’s first time in Switzerland, Ken drove her to Luzern for the day.
Luzern is probably the most visited city in Switzerland, and is pretty much slap bang in the middle of the country.
Easy to reach by car or train from anywhere, the main sight is the Kapellebrücke, now back to looking like a really old bridge after it was rebuilt at the end of the last millenium after 80% was damaged by fire.
The tower was originally a prison, and presumably wasn’t much loved by its inmates, but now it must be one of the most photographed buildings in the world.
Luzern does modern architecture too, the dramatic new concert hall by the station being a classic.
Whatever you feel like doing, Luzern will deliver. Shopping, quiet strolls through the lanes, coffee by the river or an unforgettable boat ride. Just don’t forget to take your camera.
Photos PPRV
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