Festung Vitznau

Festung Vitznau is the only artillery fortress in canton Lucerne and was the first formerly secret Swiss artillery fortress to open as an "experience fortress" in 1998. Visitors take guided tours through long tunnels, fighting positions and supply areas, including a small underground hospital, learning the story of Switzerland's Cold War-era defence at the entrance to the Réduit.

Address

Mühlefluhstrasse 1
Vitznau
6354
Switzerland

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Opening Hours

May - Oct: guided tours every Friday 17:00

Nov - Apr: guided tour first Saturday of the month at 14:00

Open year-round for booked groups by reservation

May–Oct: Public tours Fridays at 17:00

Nov–Apr: Public tours first Saturday of the month at 14:00

Groups: Available year-round by appointment