The highlights on Lake Uri

Lake Lucerne: Where fjord-like landscapes meet Swiss history

Lake Uri is one of the most impressive sections of Lake Lucerne. Between Brunnen and Flüelen, a fjord-like landscape unfolds with steep shores, striking rock formations and places closely linked to Swiss history. Whether it’s a round trip, breakfast or lunch on board, optionally combined with a mountain excursion, Lake Uri brings together nature, culinary enjoyment and the origins of Switzerland to create a truly memorable experience.

Round trips

The classic Lake Uri round trip takes you from Brunnen to Flüelen and back. In around 90 minutes, guests experience the fjord-like landscape of Lake Uri in a compact and relaxed way, with particularly impressive views of the southernmost arm of Lake Lucerne.

Culinary highlights

Lake and mountain experiences

What to expect on this scenic route:

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Fjord-like landscape

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Between Brunnen and Flüelen, Lake Lucerne reveals its wilder side: narrow stretches of water, steep rock faces and a striking mountain panorama give Lake Uri its almost Nordic character.

Rütli – the cradle of Switzerland

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The famous Rütli meadow lies directly above Lake Uri and is considered the birthplace of the Swiss Confederation. It is also the starting point of the Swiss Path.

Tell Chapel / Tellsplatte

Tellsplatte

Located right on the shore, the Tell Chapel commemorates the legend of William Tell. Seen from the boat, this site unfolds its full impact between rock, water and history.

Schillerstein

Schillerstein

The distinctive rock at the entrance to Lake Uri is only accessible by water and is one of the iconic landmarks along the route. As a monument to Friedrich Schiller, it is closely linked to the story of William Tell.

Swiss Path along the rocky shoreline

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Along Lake Uri, the Swiss Path runs partly over rock arches, wooden walkways and steps carved into the hillside. This combination of landscape and history is particularly impressive when viewed from the boat.

Reuss Delta and Flüelen

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At the southern end of Lake Uri, the landscape opens up at the Reuss delta. Reeds, wetlands and the mountain panorama around Flüelen create a striking contrast to the rugged shores further north.