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.

View of Lake Lucerne from Rigi

Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), Lucerne

Rathaussteg Bridge, Lucerne

Needle Dam (Nadelwehr) Lucerne

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View of Lake Lucerne from Rigi
Hiking Highlight
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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Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), Lucerne
Hiking Highlight
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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Tip by Leela Schwartz
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Rathaussteg Bridge, Lucerne
Hiking Highlight
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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Tip by Jens Helmecke
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Needle Dam (Nadelwehr) Lucerne
Hiking Highlight
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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