Gersau: Hotels and accommodations
Accommodation in Gersau
Gersau forms a self-contained landscape in a sunny, sheltered hollow on the southern slope of Mount Rigi. The landscape is protected by Rigi Hochfluh, Gersauerstock, and Lake Lucerne. Gersau is also associated with a particularly mild climate in which sweet chestnuts grow; regionally, the area is also known as the Riviera of Lake Lucerne.
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Landscape
Above the village lies Rigi Burggeist at an altitude of 1,550 meters. From there, visitors can enjoy views of the Alpine panorama and Lake Lucerne. The alpine terrain can be reached on foot or by cable car.
The surrounding area of Gersau includes Schwalmisgaden, the Musenalper Grat, Charenstöckli, and Schwanau Island.
The wider regional surroundings of Gersau include Muotathal Abbey, Wartensee Castle, and St. Adelrich Church.
Culture
As part of the annual StradivariFEST, a candlelit concert is held at Maria Hilf Chapel. Maria Hilf Chapel, also known as Kindli Chapel, is considered to be idyllically situated and is used for weddings.
Gersau Town Hall was built in 1745 and today houses, among other things, the local museum. Its paintings and figurative depictions document important events in the town's history.
Further local navigation: Gersau
To the higher-level travel overview: Gersau District.
