The Top 20 Attractions around Root
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Root. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Root is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
View of Lake Lucerne from Rigi
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The highest peak of the Rigi is Rigi Kulm (1,797 meters). You can climb up via various hiking trails, all of which are very beautiful, or take the Arth-Rigi railway. …
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Rigi Staffel
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If you are walking all the way up from the valley floor this is a great little stop on the way up or down.
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Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), Lucerne
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It is the oldest and second longest covered wooden bridge in Europe. Unfortunately, a large part of the bridge was destroyed in a fire in 1993, as a result of …
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Rathaussteg Bridge, Lucerne
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The beautiful Rathaussteg is in the area of Lucerne's old town one of the most important pedestrian connections over the Reuss. Great view of the waterfront and the city!
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Needle Dam (Nadelwehr) Lucerne
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The needle weir was built in 1859/60 according to a sophisticated design developed by Charles Poiree and is a unique sight. Even today, the water level in Lake Lucerne is regulated by hand by removing or inserting the so-called "needles".
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