Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
The Christmas season invites us to look back, be thankful, and look ahead. For us at the Hotel Waldstätterhof and Restaurant Gleis 1, the past year was marked by special moments, encounters, and shared experiences. Thank you for your visits, your loyalty, and the many wonderful moments we were able to experience together with you. Whether […]
Our new winter menu
Winter is here, and with it comes our new winter menu, bringing warmth, depth, and honest craftsmanship to your plate. Chef Christoph Grauert and his team remain true to their philosophy: regional, homemade, and fresh. Craftsmanship you can taste Whether it's sourdough bread, breadcrumbs, or spice blends, everything is made right here at Restaurant Gleis 1. We don't use artificial […]
Sustainability certificate: ibex fairstay gold
A milestone for our hotel We are delighted to share some important news: the Hotel Waldstätterhof Luzern, including the Gleis 1 restaurant, has been awarded the ibex fairstay gold label. The process was intensive and meticulous: we submitted all the necessary documentation in August, and the audit took place at our hotel in September […]
Our little Christmas terrace
Happy First Advent from Hotel Waldstätterhof Lucerne & Gleis 1! Just in time for the first Advent, we were able to host the first Christmas dinners on our small Christmas terrace, naturally with a mulled wine aperitif outside. It's wonderful to see that our new concept has been so well received in this first year and has immediately created a Christmassy atmosphere. If you [...]
Review: Wine trip "from" track 1
An all-round successful evening! Numerous wine lovers found their way to Gleis 1 on November 20 to join Oli from Fischer Weine Sursee AG on an enjoyable wine journey. Oli presented our guests with nine exquisite wines from different regions, which he introduced and poured with passion, expertise and charm [...]
Future Day 2025
On National Future Day, we welcomed eight curious children to the Hotel Waldstätterhof and Restaurant Gleis 1 to spend a day learning about exciting careers in the hotel and catering industry. Our team put together a varied and practical program: Discovering mistakes in the hotel room with Sabrina, deputy governess Check-in like a pro at reception with Rico, [...]
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 [...]
