LUCERNE - 9 HOLES - FREE

LUCERNE
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Lucerne - 9 stops - par 27

Lucerne is the setting for this quick nine-hole round. The map is the real city and the ball rolls across its actual streets, with holes built from attractions like the Kapellbrücke. From a pigeon's view, the 5.3 km walk looks like a simple path, though the ball uses 28 portals to bridge the gaps. Skip knows every corner of this place.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE LUCERNE ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

Kapellbrücke

The people of Lucerne built the Kapellbrücke as a covered wooden footbridge spanning the river Reuss diagonally in central Switzerland. Named after the nearby St. Peter's Chapel, it is the oldest wooden covered bridge in Europe. As you walk across, you can pick out interior paintings dating back to the 17th century. A fire in 1993 destroyed many of these paintings and a larger part of the bridge, but much of the structure remains. It is a class A Swiss cultural property of national significance and stands as a major architectural landmark for the city. I find the diagonal path across the water a pleasant way to get around, though I usually prefer the view from above.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 3

Bourbaki Panorama

The Bourbaki Panorama had its inception in 1889. Since then, it has evolved into more than just a gallery; it is now a museum building, cultural center, memory institution, and movie theater. The centerpiece is a circular panoramic painting. This work depicts the internment of the French Armée de l'Est in neutral Switzerland at the end of the 1870–71 Franco-Prussian War, an army led by General Charles-Denis Bourbaki. You can pick out the scale of the scene as you walk through the space. I've noticed the building's shape makes it a bit of a landmark in Lucerne, though the real draw is the history captured on the walls. It is a great spot to see how a single painting can define the purpose of an entire building.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 2

KKL Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern

The concert hall at KKL Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern opened on 18 August 1998, and the full complex was inaugurated in March 2000. Designed by architect Jean Nouvel, this 21 metre high structure is a cultural center, concert hall, convention center, museum building, and art museum. You can pick out the massive roof measuring 100 by 100 metres as you approach. It is a class A Swiss cultural property of national significance and serves as the central venue for the annual Lucerne Festival. I've seen plenty of shiny roofs in my time, but this one is quite the landmark for the city. It is a place where architecture and music meet on a grand scale, providing a hub for visitors and locals alike to experience world-class art and performance in the heart of Lucerne.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 3

Sammlung Rosengart

You can pick out works by Pablo Picasso and Paul Klee inside the Rosengart Collection Museum. This modern art collection is the heart of the Sammlung Rosengart, an art museum located in Lucerne. Beyond its role as a museum, the site is a business, a commercial art gallery, and a memory institution. It is recognized as a class A Swiss cultural property of national significance. I've found the layout makes it easy to wander between the different roles the institution plays in the city. Whether you are visiting for the art or the history, it is a central point of interest in the local area. It is a place where the boundaries between a gallery and a memory institution blend together for every visitor.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Museum Luzern

Founded in 1873, Museum Luzern began its life as a history museum. Over the years, it has expanded its role to become both a collection and a memory institution. Because of the importance of its holdings and its role in preserving the past, it is designated as a class A Swiss cultural property of national significance. You can pick out the depth of the city's heritage through the objects gathered here, which provide a window into the region's long story. I've noticed that the building is a great spot to pause and get your bearings before heading back out into the Lucerne streets. It is the kind of place where you can really feel the weight of the years as you wander through the exhibits and see what the city has chosen to remember.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 3

Zivilschutzanlage Sonnenberg

Zivilschutzanlage Sonnenberg is a road tunnel and fallout shelter located in Lucerne, Switzerland. The Sonnenberg Tunnel is 1,550 m (5,090 ft) long and had its inception in 1976, having been constructed between 1971 and 1976. This site is significant because, at its completion, the Sonnenberg Tunnel was the world's largest civilian nuclear fallout shelter. The facility was designed to protect 20,000 civilians in the eventuality of war or disaster. It is a unique piece of infrastructure that blends everyday transit with emergency preparation on a massive scale. I've always found it a bit strange to think about a road tunnel doubling as a place of safety, but that is the reality of this particular stretch of pavement. You can really feel the weight of the mountain above you as you pass through.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Schlössli Schönegg

Let me show you Schlössli Schönegg. This site is a château, making it a notable piece of the local architectural history. When you visit, you can pick out the specific design elements that define this type of residence. I often see people pausing here to take in the view of the building against the city backdrop. It is a place that stands out for its specific classification as a château, providing a glimpse into the style of estates found in the region.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 4

Weinmarkt

As you wander through the heart of Lucerne, you will come across Weinmarkt. This area is a square. I always find the open layout of the city center makes it easy to get your bearings here.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Löwendenkmal

The Löwendenkmal is a sculpture and memorial located in Lucerne, Switzerland. This rock relief was designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen and hewn in 1820–21 by Lukas Ahorn. It commemorates the Swiss Guards who were killed in 1792 during the French Revolution. The monument was started in 1821 and is recognized as a class A Swiss cultural property of national significance. Because of its historical and cultural importance, the site was placed under Swiss monument protection in 2006. It remains one of the most prominent landmarks in the city, drawing about 1.4 million tourists annually. You can see the detail of the rock relief as you approach the site, which remains a solemn place of remembrance for the fallen guards.

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STOP 10

Pulverturm

You will see the Pulverturm as you explore the city. This landmark is a tower. I always think it is a great spot to pause and get your bearings before moving on to the next sight in Lucerne.

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OTHER COURSES

18 HOLES - PAR 57

Zurich

18 stops

This is a full 18-hole round through Zürich. The map follows the real city, with the ball rolling across actual streets and banking off building facades. Real attractions like the Grossmünster are what the holes are built from. Skip knows every corner of this place, though a pigeon mostly cares about the crumbs. The walk covers 12.4 km and uses 70 portals to bridge the gaps between distant landmarks.

18 HOLES - PAR 58

Geneva

18 stops

This is Genf. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets. The holes are built from real attractions, such as the Jet d'eau, and Skip is a local guide who knows the place. This full round of 18 holes covers 12.2 km with a par of 58. The ball uses 32 portals to move between the different districts, though Skip mostly prefers to fly. It is a long walk through the city, but the landmarks make for excellent targets.

9 HOLES - PAR 29

Bern

9 stops

The Zytglogge is the final anchor for a quick nine-hole round in Bern. The map follows the real city, with the ball rolling across actual streets and banking off building facades. Real attractions form the holes, and Skip is a local guide who knows every cobblestone. The 6.3 km walk uses four portals to connect the landmarks.

18 HOLES - PAR 55

Basel

18 stops

Basel is the setting for this round, played on the actual streets of the city. The map follows the real urban layout, using attractions like the Spalentor to form the holes. This is a full 18-hole round covering 11.9 km, with 32 portals to help the ball skip across town. Skip knows every cobblestone here, including the corners where the best crumbs are found, and acts as the local guide for the walk.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.