Lucerne Glacier Garden - Free Audio Guide

Lucerne, Lucerne, Switzerland

Gletschergarten Luzern, Denkmalstrasse, Hochwacht, Luzern, 6004, Schweiz/Suisse/Svizzera/Svizra

Lucerne Glacier Garden, Lucerne
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The Gletschergarten in Lucerne is a natural monument that includes a park and museum, situated close to the Lion Monument. It features glacial pots and provides insights into the Earth's history, with origins dating back 20,000 years. The site boasts an alpine park with 4000 plant species and attractions such as the Spiegellabyrinth and the Urschweiz relief. Founded in 1873 by Josef Wilhelm Amrein-Troller, it holds significant cultural value and is operated by the Gletschergarten Foundation. Visitors can explore rotating exhibitions and a small cinema. The museum is accessible, with varying seasonal hours and affordable admission fees, making it ideal for nature and history lovers.