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Lake Lucerne by steamer
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Swiss lake steamers switzerlandforvisitors.com
Cruise Switzerland's lakes on commuter boats and historic paddlewheelers. The boats often stop near railway stations, and you can travel free with your Swiss Pass.

Steamer links

Schiffahrtsgesellschaft Vierwaldstättersee (SGV)
This official SGV Web site provides a timetable, fares, pictures of the fleet, excursion offers, sample meal menus, etc.

St. Niklausen Schiffgesellschaft
Lucerne's other boat company offers narrated cruises, excursions to other towns on the lake, and private charters.

Tell-Pass
Save money with an excursion ticket that's valid for unlimited travel by boat, Swiss Federal Railway, and postal bus in the Lake Lucerne region. (The 2- and 5-day passes also give you a 50% discount on many other transportation services.) If you're traveling in other parts of Switzerland, consider one of the various Swiss Rail Passes.

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