Lucerne: Cheese & Chocolate Tour, Chapel Bridge & Castle Views

Summary

Chapel Bridge stories Swiss chocolate and cheese in Lucerne old town

You’ll walk Lucerne’s storybook streets with a local guide who knows every twist in Chapel Bridge. Taste five Swiss chocolates and three alpine cheeses with wine in an old cellar, then ride up for castle views over the city and lake. There’s laughter, real conversation—and maybe a little surprise at how good everything tastes.

What’s the experience like?

“You know, the Water Tower has seen more secrets than any of us,” our guide Marco said as we shuffled onto the Chapel Bridge. He had this way of talking—half history lesson, half local gossip—and I found myself watching the river swirl below instead of snapping photos for once. The wood smelled faintly sweet, maybe from centuries of footsteps or just my brain mixing up scents after that first chocolate tasting. Anyway, it was easy to imagine old Lucerne unfolding right there on those creaky planks.

We wandered through Lucerne Old Town, past painted facades that looked almost too perfect (someone’s laundry actually fluttered from a window—real life sneaking in). Marco pointed out a bakery where he gets his Sunday bread. Then came the cellar: cool stone walls, candlelight, and three kinds of Swiss alpine cheese lined up like little mountains. They poured us a glass of local white wine—crisp, almost grassy. I tried to pronounce “Sbrinz” properly; Marco grinned but didn’t correct me. The cheese was nutty and dense, nothing like what I’d had at home. It stuck to my teeth in a good way.

The elevator up to the castle only took three minutes but felt longer with everyone quietly looking out over Lucerne’s rooftops as we rose. At the top, wind tugged at my jacket and the air tasted cold and sharp—alpine weather does that. We stood there for a while without much talking; even Marco just let us take it in. I still think about that view sometimes—how tiny the Chapel Bridge looked from above, how blue the lake was that day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Lucerne sightseeing and tastings

• Learn about Chapel Bridge
• Walk inside Chapel Bridge
• Chocolate tasting
• See Water Tower on Lucerne River
• Visit Lucerne Castle
• Enjoy alpine views from Castle

Top questions

How long is the cheese and chocolate tour in Lucerne?

The main tour lasts about one hour, with an optional one-hour Lake Lucerne cruise extension available.

Is wine included with the cheese tasting?

Yes, your cheese tasting includes a glass of Swiss wine paired with three types of alpine cheese.

Does this tour visit Chapel Bridge?

Yes, you’ll walk inside Chapel Bridge and learn its history during the tour.

Are tickets for the castle elevator included?

Yes, tickets for the elevator ride up to Lucerne Castle are included in your booking.

Can I join this tour if I have allergies?

Please inform your guide about any allergies before joining; they can accommodate most needs.

Is public transportation nearby for this tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available near all meeting points in central Lucerne.

Is this suitable for families or people with strollers?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels and infants or small children can use strollers or prams.

What’s included

Your day includes guided walks through Lucerne Old Town and across Chapel Bridge, five different Swiss chocolates to taste, three types of alpine cheese paired with a glass of local wine in a traditional cellar, entry tickets for the quick elevator ride up to Lucerne Castle for panoramic views—and if you want more time on the water afterward, there’s an optional sightseeing cruise ticket around Lake Lucerne waiting for you too.