Nightwatchman Ralf Walk

Description

The tour begins with the fire horn followed by the Nightwatchman's call. Here you go. Nightwatchman Ralf introduces himself and shares stories about his life in the Middle Ages.

You will see the Martiniplan, a 400-year-old city map, and hear from Martin Martini, the genius copper engraver, counterfeiter, and loudmouth. The Night Watchman shows you tonight's walking route on the Martini map. He also talks about the main city buildings and the fortifications of Old Lucerne. You will discover that many of the buildings have been well preserved over the centuries and still attract visitors today.

The most photographed attraction in Switzerland is the Water Tower, built a few decades before the wooden Chapel Bridge.
You will learn about the interior of the Water Tower and the torture chamber.

A few steps around the corner, you hear about life in the thriving Republic of Lucerne.
Walking through Furrengasse, you learn about its ghost and the Toggelis around him.

At Kornmarkt, you see the Lucerne Foot and Elle painted on the wall of the Town Hall. You hear the story of the "Giant of Reiden".

In the alley of Brandgässli, you learn about the Riot of Lucerne before reaching the lower wine market, where the pillory was once located.

You continue to Zöpfli, where the Nightwatchman introduces you to medieval law and order. Learn about medieval prosecution, interrogation methods, corporal punishment, and death penalties.

Then you cross the Reussbrücke, pass the house of the "Swiss King," walk by the former pawn shop and the mint house to the Alte Suidtersche Apotheke. There, you see the window of the medieval pharmacy.

A few steps further, you see the legendary house of Lux Ritter, and you may wonder why the first two floors look different from the third floor. The Nightwatchman knows. Listen to the story of the unlucky mason Hans von Trient, also known as Giovanni Lynzo.

One of tonight's highlights is the Dance of Death, an art piece consisting of seven paintings created by Jakob von Wyl. See the pictures and listen to what the Nightwatchman has to tell you about it.

You continue upriver and pass the Jesuitenkirche. You see the town hall from another perspective, while the Night Watchman shares insights about the architecture of this Renaissance building.
You cross the Chapel Bridge back to the starting point, where the tour ends.

Highlights

• Guided city walk exploring medieval Lucerne
• Stories from the Nightwatchman about local history and legends
• Visit to historic sites including the Water Tower and Kornmarkt

General Information

The Nightwatchman Ralf Walk is a guided sightseeing tour through Lucerne, focusing on its medieval history and architecture. The walk includes stories about the city's past, notable landmarks, and historical anecdotes, starting at Rosengart Platz.

Location

Rosengart Platz, 6004 Luzern, Schweiz

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