Grimmelwald (not to be confused with the more famous Grindelwald) is perfectly located for a day of exploration from Lucerne. You can reach this car-free pedestrian village by train from Lucerne (via Interlaken) and spend some time simply soaking up the peaceful rural atmosphere before you move on to hike some of the very scenic trails. For example, if you would like to see a waterfall you can hike two hours down to Trummelbach Falls. Check on-line for more challenging hikes in the area. Grimmelwald is also one of the starting points for a visit to Schilthorn and Piz Gloria – a modern gondola ride will whisk you to the top of the mountain in around 30 minutes.
Grimmelwald, 3826, Switzerland