Musegg Wall and Towers – Town hall footbridge loop from Lucerne

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Musegg Wall and Towers – Town hall footbridge loop from Lucerne

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Musegg Wall and Towers – Town hall footbridge loop from Lucerne

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16.0km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.4 km for 62 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.73 km

Reuss bank

Highlight • River

Besides the main road and the railway tracks, there is a pleasantly flat path directly on the banks of the Reuss. Perfect for walking from the city to Emmen (or vice versa).

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10.3 km

Musegg Wall and Towers

Highlight • Historical Site

The Museggmauer is the longest preserved section of city wall in Switzerland. It is 870 m long, approx. 9 m high and 1.5 m wide. Today, 9 out of 30 …

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11.1 km

Reuss bridge with a view of the Nadelwehr

Highlight • Monument

The needle weir was built in 1859/60 according to a sophisticated design developed by Charles Poiree and is a unique sight. Even today, the water level in Lake Lucerne is regulated manually by removing or inserting the so-called needles.

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11.4 km

Town hall footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

The beautiful Rathaussteg is one of the most important pedestrian connections across the Reuss in the Lucerne Old Town area. Great views of the banks and the city!

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11.8 km

Lucerne Train Station

Highlight • Rest Area

very nice here, near Europaplatz

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12.3 km

Inseli

Highlight • Rest Area

The small Inseli city park is located right behind the KKL. From here you have a beautiful view of Lake Lucerne and all the ships that leave from nearby. Events …

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14.5 km