Stadt Luzern, Historic paddle steamer on Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
Stadt Luzern is a paddle steamer on Lake Lucerne, measuring 63.5 meters long with capacity for about 1,200 passengers. The vessel uses a steam engine and paddle wheels to transport visitors across the water.
The steamer was built in 1928 and was the last paddle steamer constructed for Swiss lakes. It has served as a vessel for important visitors and has remained a familiar sight on the water ever since.
The ship's bow carries the blue-and-white colours of Lucerne, and its 1920s ocean-liner styling sets it apart from the older Swiss paddle steamers. The salons are in Art Deco style; during the 2018–2021 refit the furniture was rebuilt from photographs of the original period.
The steamer offers regular cruises, private events, and special dining experiences on board. After a major renovation, the vessel is in good condition and reasonably accessible for visitors with different mobility needs.
Between the bridge and the engine room the ship still uses a real engine telegraph; an opening in the floor of the boarding hall lets visitors watch its signals and the movement of the three connecting rods.
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