On Tuesday evening, Marg and I ate at the Old Swiss House which was built in 1858. It was named Old Swiss House in honor of Queen Victoria in 1868 when she declared Lucerne the most charming city she had ever visited. During WWII, Henri Guisan -- the only General neutral Switzerland ever had -- frequently convened secret strategy meetings at tthe Old Swiss House.
The food and service were superb; especially the house specialty, weinerschnitzle. Mmmmm!!!
Wednesday morning, we took another walking tour of Lucerne. Impressive city. In the evening, we dined at the world famous Stadkeller restaurant where we ate sweet cheese fondue, roasted swiss brat wurst and meringue with applesauce and strawberry ice cream. Mmmmm...makes me hungry thinking about it.
Finally, Thursday morn we took a tour -- by boat across Lake Lucerne -- cog train (apparently the world's longest) -- and gondola to Mt Pilatus. An amazing site; pics attached. Upon return, Marg and I strolled to "The Lion Monument" which is a very emotional masterpiece of the early 19th century. The monument is dedicated to the memory of the heroic fight and final defeat of the Swiss Guard in 1792 which was the start of the French Revolution. The lion, demonstrates a fight to the death. (pics enclosed).
Tonite, Marg and I will attend a "Farewell Dinner" at the hotel; pack, sleep and be ready for our flight on Friday for home. Home sweet home. Cheers!
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