--- title: "Fortress Vitznau" url: "https://www.weggis-vitznau.ch/en/poi/fortress-vitznau" description: "Take part in a guided tour through endless tunnels, combat positions and supply wings, and even a small hospital hidden deep in the mountain.Public tourMilitia soldiers from the Swiss army, some active and some retired, will let you in on the secret of the Vitznau fortress. Around 500 metres of tunnels, gigantic ammunition stores, cannon positions, a power station, workshops, operating theatre, a small \"hotel\" and much more await you.Guided tour approx. 1 1/2 hoursGuided tour with special exhibition on historical background approx. 2 hoursTemperature 12°C all year round (catering and accommodation wing are heated) Loaned jackets are provided free of chargeKiosk with a large selection of military articles and souvenirsOpen 365 days a year by prior arrangement!IndividualsMay to October: every Friday at 5.00 pmNovember to April: first Saturday of the month at 2.00 pmGroupsAny time by appointmentFortress experienceSleep in the historic soldiers' beds or enjoy a hearty military meal deep in the mountain, combined with crossbow shooting. Vitznau Fortress offers various package deals.HistoryThe existence of the artillery fortress in Vitznau was a well-kept secret for decades. The fathers who went about their work in the rock high above Vitznau were sworn to secrecy, even towards their wives and children. Built during the Second World War, the fortress was used to block the Lucerne-Stans axis and protect the Buochs/Ennetbürgen airfield. In 1943, two cannons worth 150,000 francs each were available to the 337 men in the mountain for defence purposes. The fortress has been open to the public since 1998." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3134198/28551aed6b8d2b56828f69fe96a82b9762e8151d487000cf96aa9dbaff55cb40/festung-vitznau-speisesaal.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > The offical Weggis Vitznau Rigi guide > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Fortress Vitznau ================ - Fortress Festung Vitznau-Speisesaal Vitznau fortress 10.5 cm bunker gun Vitznau Fortress entrance Vitznau fortress ammunition magazine Festung Vitznau Since 1998, the former high-secret fortress of Vitznau with its mighty cannons has been open as the first fortress experience.  Take part in a guided tour through endless tunnels, combat positions and supply wings, and even a small hospital hidden deep in the mountain. Public tour ----------- Militia soldiers from the Swiss army, some active and some retired, will let you in on the secret of the Vitznau fortress. Around 500 metres of tunnels, gigantic ammunition stores, cannon positions, a power station, workshops, operating theatre, a small "hotel" and much more await you. - Guided tour approx. 1 1/2 hours - Guided tour with special exhibition on historical background approx. 2 hours - Temperature 12°C all year round (catering and accommodation wing are heated) Loaned jackets are provided free of charge - Kiosk with a large selection of military articles and souvenirs - Open 365 days a year by prior arrangement! **Individuals** May to October: every Friday at 5.00 pm November to April: first Saturday of the month at 2.00 pm **Groups** Any time by appointment Fortress experience ------------------- Sleep in the historic soldiers' beds or enjoy a hearty military meal deep in the mountain, combined with crossbow shooting. Vitznau Fortress offers various package deals. History ------- The existence of the artillery fortress in Vitznau was a well-kept secret for decades. The fathers who went about their work in the rock high above Vitznau were sworn to secrecy, even towards their wives and children. Built during the Second World War, the fortress was used to block the Lucerne-Stans axis and protect the Buochs/Ennetbürgen airfield. In 1943, two cannons worth 150,000 francs each were available to the 337 men in the mountain for defence purposes. The fortress has been open to the public since 1998. Read more Good to know ------------ Price info Price adult: CHF 20.00 Price child: CHF 10.00 Read more Target group - Individual guests - Groups - Families Directions & Parking facilities You can find more information about travelling here. Read more Social Media Read more More information Public guided tours for individuals May - October: every Friday at 5.00 pm November - April: on the 1st Saturday of the month at 2.00 pm Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Show - Show - concert - Tours 6.98 km - Hike 5.81 km - Hike 18.18 km - Hike Contact **Festung Vitznau** 6354 Vitznau