Lilu Light Festival Lucerne - benefit now!
From January 15 to 25, 2026, Lucerne will once again become a glowing meeting place! At the 7th Lilu Light Festival Lucerne, selected squares, buildings and sights will be lovingly illuminated and brought to life by artists from all over the world every day from 6 pm to 10 pm. Some installations even invite you to join in. Discover the creative light installations on an illuminating [...]
Special Long Run & Lunch at Gleis 1
Together with The Runners Club Lucerne, we organized a special long run to prepare for the SwissCityMarathon - Lucerne, with a sporty morning full of motivation and an enjoyable finish at Restaurant Gleis 1. After the run around the Horw peninsula, led by top triathlete Jan van Berkel, who provided participants with valuable tips and [...]
A new wine list at Gleis 1!
At Restaurant Gleis 1, indulgence has a home, and that naturally includes the right wine. With our new wine list, we have put together a varied selection for you that combines classics and discoveries. You can look forward to exquisite wines from Switzerland, including fine Lucerne wines, as well as selected specialties from France, Italy, Spain [...]
Our employee barbecue 2025
An autumn afternoon full of team spirit, good food and lots of smiling faces! Employees from all departments of the Hotel Waldstätterhof and the Gleis 1 restaurant recently got together for our barbecue. A great opportunity to spend time together away from the daily work routine. We barbecued, feasted and laughed together in glorious weather. On the grill sizzled [...]
Autumn card with handwriting by Christoph Grauert
When the days get shorter and the evenings get cozier, autumn arrives at Restaurant Gleis 1 - with culinary inspiration from head chef Christoph Grauert. His new autumn menu is a commitment to regionality, craftsmanship and honest enjoyment. "Regional, homemade and fresh - that's my credo," emphasizes Christoph, who cooks with a passion for authenticity. From the [...]
Winter wellness packages at the Hotel Waldstätterhof
This winter, we are bringing a special feel-good experience directly to our hotel! You can now book exclusive overnight packages with us - for stays from Thursday to Saturday between November 20 and March 28. Our special packages include a soothing treatment of your choice: fascia massage deep relaxation kinesiology movement therapy according to Liebscher & Bracht Thanks to our partnership [...]
Wine tour from track 1 on November 20, 2025
On November 20 at Restaurant Gleis 1, it's time to board the train for our wine tour! 🌍🍷 Our journey starts in Lucerne and takes us directly to the fascinating wine regions of Europe. On board is Oli Fischer from Fischer Weine Sursee, who will accompany you through the evening and present his eight exquisite wines. A special kind of wine tasting How [...]
Free arrival and departure by public transport
Travel to Lucerne by train, arrive relaxed at the Waldstätterhof and pay nothing for the tickets - sounds good? Now you can do just that! All guests who book at least two nights with us benefit from a special offer: Travel to and from the hotel by public transport in 2nd class is free of charge. The offer is valid [...]
Your Christmas event with mulled wine aperitif on the house
For the first time, the terrace of the Hotel Waldstätterhof Lucerne is transformed into a small, atmospheric Christmas escape during the Advent season - right next to Lucerne railroad station. Christmas trees, twinkling lights and winter decorations create a festive atmosphere, perfect for special Christmas events in the heart of the city. Mulled wine aperitif offered for groups All Christmas guests start with an atmospheric mulled wine aperitif, which [...]
Nexhmije has been going full throttle in the hotel kitchen for two decades and we say THANK YOU
This week we celebrated a very special anniversary: our dear colleague Nexhmije has been an indispensable part of our team for 20 years. Two decades of dedication, loyalty and daily commitment - this fills us with great pride and gratitude. In an industry like ours, where change is part of everyday life, such a long [...]
