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Swiss Chocolate Adventure Overview

Take part in the Swiss Chocolate Adventure in Lucerne to learn how to make Swiss chocolate the right way. To begin your trip, go to the Swiss Museum of Transport. There is a multimedia ride that takes you through ten interactive displays. As you travel, listen to interesting stories about the past and production of Swiss chocolate. Feel the thrill of the smells, tastes, and sights that make chocolate come to life.

Watch as skilled chocolatiers make truffles and pralines, and then enjoy a guided taste of rich dark and creamy milk chocolates. Find out where the cocoa beans come from and about the history of Swiss chocolate. Do something hands-on by making your own chocolate bar or custom treats. At the end of your trip, you can buy gifts and delicious Swiss chocolates at the on-site shop. This experience takes you on a sweet and full trip through Switzerland's chocolate history.

Highlights

• Enter the Swiss Chocolate Adventure in Lucerne, where rich smells and interesting displays will transport you to the world of fine Swiss chocolate making.
• Take a cart ride through ten exciting multimedia displays that show you how Swiss chocolate is made and how it gets to stores.
• See how chocolate is made with your own eyes, smell the delicious aroma of cocoa beans, and watch skilled chocolatiers make treats and pralines.
• Enjoy a guided tasting of a range of Swiss chocolates, from smooth milk chocolates to strong dark chocolates.
• Customise your Swiss chocolate bar or make personalised chocolate treats to add a special touch to your sweet trip and bring home a tasty souvenir.

How To Reach

  • By Car: The Swiss Chocolate Adventure is 4 km from Lucerne city centre, taking around 10 minutes via the A2 motorway and Route 2.
  • By Bus: Take Bus 6, 8, or 24 to the “Verkehrshaus” station, which is 200 feet from the Swiss Museum of Transport. The walk to the museum takes about 2 minutes.
  • By Train: Take an S3 or Voralpen-Express train from Lucerne railway station to “Luzern Verkehrshaus” station. The Swiss Chocolate Adventure is a 5-minute walk from the station.
  • By Foot: Walk 30 minutes from Lucerne city centre along the lakeside promenade to reach the Swiss Museum of Transport.

Best Time To Visit

You can visit the Swiss Chocolate Adventure in Lucerne year-round for a delightful chocolate experience. For a more relaxed atmosphere, it's best to visit on weekdays, such as Tuesday or Wednesday, as weekends tend to be busier. Arriving right when it opens at 1 PM will help you avoid crowds and enjoy the exhibits at your own pace.

Other Essential Information

  • Purchase tickets ahead of time to avoid long lines and ensure entry.
  • Arrive when the museum opens to experience the Swiss Chocolate Adventure with fewer crowds.
  • Expect to walk and stand during the interactive exhibits and multimedia tour.
  • Confirm if audio guides and film options are available in your preferred language before visiting.
  • Allow time to enjoy the chocolate tasting session and visit the Lindt Boutique for souvenirs.
  • Check for any seasonal hours or special closures on the museum’s website before planning your visit.
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Point of Interest for Swiss Chocolate Adventure
Take on the Swiss Chocolate Adventure head-on
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Take on the Swiss Chocolate Adventure head-on

At the Swiss Museum of Transport in Lucerne, you can get lost in the Swiss Chocolate Adventure. Take a trolley ride through ten interesting rooms for an interactive tour. Find out how cocoa beans are grown, how they are treated, and how Swiss chocolate is made. A Maître Chocolatier from Lindt will show off their best works while you taste a variety of delicious chocolates. When you go to the Lindt Boutique, you can watch chocolate being made live, try some fresh treats, and add your own special message to your chocolate.

Check out the Swiss Transport Museum
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Check out the Swiss Transport Museum

Take an interactive learning journey through the Swiss Museum of Transport. With displays on trains, ships, and planes, you can learn about the past of getting around. In the Arena, kids can learn how to drive on pedal cars or build in the building zone, among other hands-on activities. Visit the Red Bull Media World to learn about green screen technology and virtual worlds. Don't miss the Hans Erni Museum, which has the artist's one-of-a-kind works, such as the amazing Panta Rhei mural that is 18 metres long.

Experience The EDGE
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Experience The EDGE

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Watch movies in the IMAX Theatre
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Watch movies in the IMAX Theatre

The IMAX Theatre has a XXL 3D screen where you can enjoy the magic of movies. Watch educational movies like Cave Worlds and Sea Turtles during the day. These movies are great for kids ages 6 and up. The 25-by-19-metre screen is the biggest in Switzerland, so you can really feel like you're in the action. In the evenings, big-screen shows show exciting feature films that will stay with you forever. Do not forget to check the age limits for evening movies and purchase your tickets early to ensure your spot.

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