For the 2025 season the SGV have announced a new role for their paddle steamer Gallia. She will be offering an exclusive four hour cruise on Lake Lucerne every day from 15th May to 15th September for a limited number of guests under the banner “Legends of Lake Lucerne – The Supreme Steamboat Experience”.
INCLUDED SERVICES
- 4 hours round trip
- 5-course meal incl. water, soft drinks, wine, beer, tea and coffee
- Regional products
- Exciting stories from the region and the navigation
- Insights behind the scenes
- Conversations with crew members and the captain
- Generous space, peace and quiet on board
- Fantastic panorama and relaxing sound of the water
The advertising material for this new cruise states: “Listen to fascinating stories of the region and learn more about the cultural heritage of Switzerland, while gaining exclusive insights into the operation of the steamship as you glide over the still waters, surrounded by the majestic Alps in the heart of Switzerland. Let the calming sound of the waves enchant you and create unforgettable memories aboard this extraordinary cruise, known as “Legends of Lake Lucerne.”
“Experience an unforgettable boat trip from Lucerne to Rütli and back. Enjoy the breath-taking Alpine scenery and the picturesque landscape of Lake Lucerne. Passing charming villages such as Weggis and Vitznau, the crew on board will spoil you with delicious regional specialties. The highlight of the trip is reaching the historic Rütli, the cradle of the Swiss Confederation, with impressive views of Lake Uri. On the return journey to Lucerne, you can once again enjoy the idyllic landscape to the full and gather unforgettable impressions.”
Gallia will be ready at Lucerne at 9am, will welcome passengers aboard at 9.30am and depart at 9.45am arriving back at 1.45pm with the cruise event finishing at 2pm.
The price is set at CHF 554.00 (About £491) per person and there are no reductions for group bookings.
For further details: Legends of Lake Lucerne | The Supreme Steamboat Experience
Kingswear Castle returned to service in 2023 after the first part of a major rebuild which is designed to set her up for the next 25 years running on the River Dart. The Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle Trust is now fund raising for the second phase of the rebuild. You can read more about the rebuilds and how you can help if you can here.
John Megoran
