Uri: Hotels and Accommodation
Accommodation in Uri
Uri is a canton in Central Switzerland between Lake Lucerne and the Gotthard Pass. The canton extends across the upper Reuss Valley and the southern part of Lake Lucerne, including the shore of Lake Uri. In terms of landscape, Uri connects the Reuss Valley with the high peaks of the Uri Alps, side valleys, glaciers, and mountain passes.
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Nature
The surrounding area of the canton of Uri includes Uf den Spitzen, Wichelhorn, Gwächten, and Vorder Päuggenstöckli. The canton is also home to Spilauerseeli, a lake in the canton of Uri.
Uri’s hiking trail network covers 1,500 kilometres. It includes alpine passes and more than 60 mountain lakes. In addition, there are almost 50 publicly used passenger cable cars; according to the official tourism organisation, Uri is considered a stronghold of cable cars.
Culture
Uri’s cultural identity includes the stories surrounding William Tell and the Rütli tradition associated with the year 1291. Uri is also associated with museums, religious buildings, and historical sites. The Muotathal Abbey is located in the wider regional area of the canton of Uri.
History and Geographical Connections
Uri has been connected to Ticino and southern Europe via the Gotthard Pass for centuries. The pass thus represents a long-standing geographical and historical connection between Central Switzerland and the south.
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