A well-maintained lakeside campsite in Horw, just south of Lucerne, offering tent pitches, caravan spots, and simple cabins with direct Lake Lucerne access. Bus connections bring you into the city in 15 minutes, making it a fantastic budget option with a beautiful setting.
Camping Luzern sits on the lakeshore in Horw, a residential municipality just south of Lucerne, offering direct access to Lake Lucerne with views toward Mount Pilatus rising behind the campsite. The setting is decidedly outdoor and low-key compared to the city's hotels: tent pitches and caravan spots make up most of the site, supplemented by a small number of simple rental cabins for travelers without their own camping equipment. There is no restaurant or bar on site, but a shared kitchen and sanitary facilities with showers cover self-catering needs, and a playground makes it workable for families with young children. There is no spa, pool, or fitness facility — swimming happens directly in the lake. Regular bus connections link the campsite to central Lucerne in around 15 minutes, keeping the Old Town and main sights accessible despite the quieter, more residential location. The overall character is relaxed and nature-oriented, appealing to budget travelers, campers, and families who want a lakeside setting without city-center prices. The site is open seasonally, typically from spring through early autumn, and the lake's calm, sheltered water near Horw makes it a popular swimming spot among locals from the surrounding villages as well as campers staying overnight.
Amenities
- lake access
- wifi
- kitchen
- showers
- sanitary facilities
- playground
Location
Seeburgstrasse 51, 6048 Horw
47.0136, 8.3107 View on map
Highlights
- Direct Lake Lucerne access with Pilatus views from Horw
- Tent pitches, caravan spots, and simple cabins available
- Playground on site, suited to families
- 15-minute bus connection into central Lucerne
Tips for visiting
- Bring your own cooking equipment, or check cabin availability if you don't have camping gear
- Reserve a lakeside pitch in advance during summer high season
- Check the bus schedule into Lucerne, as services may be reduced outside peak season