Danaides/Lucerne

Housing in Lucerne

Gateway to Central Switzerland: tourism, HSLU and the lake. Old town and lakeside are pricey; Kriens, Emmen and Ebikon stretch the budget. Danaides shows listings in German, French and English.

Neighbourhoods & nearby

Altstadt / Weinmarkt, Hirschmatt–Neustadt, Wesemlin, then Kriens and Emmenbrücke. Bus and boat matter for some daily trips.

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Frequently asked questions

Altstadt or Kriens for a Lucerne WG?
Altstadt / Weinmarkt and the lakeside are pricey (tourism); Hirschmatt–Neustadt and Wesemlin offer other options; Kriens, Emmen and Ebikon stretch the budget. Bus and boat matter for some daily trips.
Is Lucerne good for HSLU students?
Yes: HSLU and Central Switzerland draw students and interns. Plan for peak tourist season for noise and lakeside rents, and filter early on Danaides in German or English.
Why search Lucerne on a map?
Lake, hills and suburbs (Kriens, Emmenbrücke) change commute time a lot. Swiss Map shows apartments and WGs around Lake Lucerne so you can trade view vs. CHF budget.

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