Camping at. Lake Lucerne

Those interested in culture can use the campsites on Lake Lucerne for extended sightseeing tours to Lucerne, where the famous Chapel Bridge and the mighty towers of the Musegg Wall await. In addition, the campsites on Lake Lucerne, with their proximity to the lidos, offer a refuge for families and water sports enthusiasts. If you are taking your four-legged friend on holiday with you and are looking to cool off, the IG Hundewiese in Lucerne with its dog bathing beach is just the place for you.

Special features of camping on Lake Lucerne

There are numerous campsites around this body of water in central Switzerland. Many of them are located directly on the shore and are perfect for families and water sports enthusiasts. The campsites on the outskirts of Lucerne are ideal for those interested in culture who want to combine a holiday in the fresh air with visits to the theatre and sightseeing tours.

On the southern shore of Lake Lucerne, the campsites in Buochs are idyllically situated at the foot of the Buochserhorn. Popular with water sports enthusiasts, the village offers the opportunity to go surfing and canoeing. There are also campsites in Vitznau on the opposite shore of Buochs. Nearby are campsites on Lake Lucerne in Weggis, which is famous for its aerial cableway to Rigi Kaltbad.

Weather

Due to its Mediterranean climate, Weggis on the northern shore of Lake Lucerne is known as the Riviera of Central Switzerland. The other villages around the lake also enjoy perfect weather for excursions from April to October, with temperatures of 15 degrees Celsius and above. The water temperature of the lake remains pleasantly fresh: in summer it reaches a maximum of 20 degrees Celsius.

During the summer months of June to August, the maximum temperatures climb up to 25 degrees Celsius. Hot days of 30 degrees Celsius and more are also possible. From May to August, the sunny weather prevails with 7 to 8 hours of sunshine per day, although there are also frequent showers during this time.