Switzerland: Lucerne Part 6 - The Old Town: We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town. The Old Town, located just...

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town.

The Old Town, located just North of the Reuss, is a beautiful part of the city which still preserves some it's oldest structures, houses and fountains.

The old town makes for a wonderful day out for a walk, exploring the city and admiring the architectural brilliance. It has several structures from the 14th century, painted in bright colours and made with timber frames. The Old Town is also home to St. Peter's Chapel, the oldest church in Lucerne. The Altes Rathaus, the old town hall, is located in the Kronmarkt. It's construction was started in 1602 and it was completed in 1606, in the Italian Renaissance style, which was popular at the time. The tower which can be seen adjacent to the town hall is from the 14th century, and is one of the 8 tall watch towers that existed on the wall of the Old Town towards the north.
https://www.holidify.com/places/lucerne/old-town-sightseeing-10868.html

The old town on the right bank is distinguished by well-preserved 14th-century town walls (Musegg) with nine watchtowers, quaint alleys, and squares with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Notable buildings are the old town hall (1602–06), housing the historical museum; Am Rhyn House (1617); St. Peter’s Chapel (1178; altered 1750); the Hofkirche (an 8th-century cathedral and collegiate church of St. Leodegar); and the Mariahilf Church (1676–81). Other landmarks are Bertel Thorvaldsen’s “Lion of Lucerne” monument (1819–21), in memory of the Swiss guards slain while defending the Tuileries in Paris in 1792; the Glacier Garden, a relic of the Ice Age excavated in 1872–75; and the comprehensive Swiss Transport Museum (1959).
https://www.britannica.com/place/Lucerne-Switzerland

For historical narratives and additional images, please see my previous posts:

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712513-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712232-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-711865-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712706-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-713045-1.html
Mark

Looking back across the river from the right bank.

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Gail getting a drink from one of Switzerland's ubiquitous free flowing water fountains

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[quote=srfmhg]We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town.

The Old Town, located just North of the Reuss, is a beautiful part of the city which still preserves some it's oldest structures, houses and fountains.

The old town makes for a wonderful day out for a walk, exploring the city and admiring the architectural brilliance. It has several structures from the 14th century, painted in bright colours and made with timber frames. The Old Town is also home to St. Peter's Chapel, the oldest church in Lucerne. The Altes Rathaus, the old town hall, is located in the Kronmarkt. It's construction was started in 1602 and it was completed in 1606, in the Italian Renaissance style, which was popular at the time. The tower which can be seen adjacent to the town hall is from the 14th century, and is one of the 8 tall watch towers that existed on the wall of the Old Town towards the north.
https://www.holidify.com/places/lucerne/old-town-sightseeing-10868.html

The old town on the right bank is distinguished by well-preserved 14th-century town walls (Musegg) with nine watchtowers, quaint alleys, and squares with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Notable buildings are the old town hall (1602–06), housing the historical museum; Am Rhyn House (1617); St. Peter’s Chapel (1178; altered 1750); the Hofkirche (an 8th-century cathedral and collegiate church of St. Leodegar); and the Mariahilf Church (1676–81). Other landmarks are Bertel Thorvaldsen’s “Lion of Lucerne” monument (1819–21), in memory of the Swiss guards slain while defending the Tuileries in Paris in 1792; the Glacier Garden, a relic of the Ice Age excavated in 1872–75; and the comprehensive Swiss Transport Museum (1959).
https://www.britannica.com/place/Lucerne-Switzerland

For historical narratives and additional images, please see my previous posts:

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712513-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712232-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-711865-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712706-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-713045-1.html
Mark[/

wow! amazing shots of old town, mark, and i love the water "fountain"!!

angler Loc: StHelens England

Another superb set Mark.

kpmac Loc: Ragley, La

Outstanding once again.

UTMike Loc: South Jordan, UT

Wonderful city tour, Mark! Of course any set with Gail included is a winner.

joecichjr Loc: Chicago S. Suburbs, Illinois, USA

srfmhg wrote:

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town.

The Old Town, located just North of the Reuss, is a beautiful part of the city which still preserves some it's oldest structures, houses and fountains.

The old town makes for a wonderful day out for a walk, exploring the city and admiring the architectural brilliance. It has several structures from the 14th century, painted in bright colours and made with timber frames. The Old Town is also home to St. Peter's Chapel, the oldest church in Lucerne. The Altes Rathaus, the old town hall, is located in the Kronmarkt. It's construction was started in 1602 and it was completed in 1606, in the Italian Renaissance style, which was popular at the time. The tower which can be seen adjacent to the town hall is from the 14th century, and is one of the 8 tall watch towers that existed on the wall of the Old Town towards the north.
https://www.holidify.com/places/lucerne/old-town-sightseeing-10868.html

The old town on the right bank is distinguished by well-preserved 14th-century town walls (Musegg) with nine watchtowers, quaint alleys, and squares with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Notable buildings are the old town hall (1602–06), housing the historical museum; Am Rhyn House (1617); St. Peter’s Chapel (1178; altered 1750); the Hofkirche (an 8th-century cathedral and collegiate church of St. Leodegar); and the Mariahilf Church (1676–81). Other landmarks are Bertel Thorvaldsen’s “Lion of Lucerne” monument (1819–21), in memory of the Swiss guards slain while defending the Tuileries in Paris in 1792; the Glacier Garden, a relic of the Ice Age excavated in 1872–75; and the comprehensive Swiss Transport Museum (1959).
https://www.britannica.com/place/Lucerne-Switzerland

For historical narratives and additional images, please see my previous posts:

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712513-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712232-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-711865-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712706-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-713045-1.html
Mark

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bri... (show quote)

A superlative group, Mark

DJphoto Loc: SF Bay Area

srfmhg wrote:

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town.

The Old Town, located just North of the Reuss, is a beautiful part of the city which still preserves some it's oldest structures, houses and fountains.

The old town makes for a wonderful day out for a walk, exploring the city and admiring the architectural brilliance. It has several structures from the 14th century, painted in bright colours and made with timber frames. The Old Town is also home to St. Peter's Chapel, the oldest church in Lucerne. The Altes Rathaus, the old town hall, is located in the Kronmarkt. It's construction was started in 1602 and it was completed in 1606, in the Italian Renaissance style, which was popular at the time. The tower which can be seen adjacent to the town hall is from the 14th century, and is one of the 8 tall watch towers that existed on the wall of the Old Town towards the north.
https://www.holidify.com/places/lucerne/old-town-sightseeing-10868.html

The old town on the right bank is distinguished by well-preserved 14th-century town walls (Musegg) with nine watchtowers, quaint alleys, and squares with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Notable buildings are the old town hall (1602–06), housing the historical museum; Am Rhyn House (1617); St. Peter’s Chapel (1178; altered 1750); the Hofkirche (an 8th-century cathedral and collegiate church of St. Leodegar); and the Mariahilf Church (1676–81). Other landmarks are Bertel Thorvaldsen’s “Lion of Lucerne” monument (1819–21), in memory of the Swiss guards slain while defending the Tuileries in Paris in 1792; the Glacier Garden, a relic of the Ice Age excavated in 1872–75; and the comprehensive Swiss Transport Museum (1959).
https://www.britannica.com/place/Lucerne-Switzerland

For historical narratives and additional images, please see my previous posts:

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712513-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712232-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-711865-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712706-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-713045-1.html
Mark

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bri... (show quote)

Another excellent set Mark.

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

angler wrote:

Another superb set Mark.

Thanks so much Jim. I always appreciate your generous comments>

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

kpmac wrote:

Outstanding once again.

Thank you very much Ken. I appreciate!

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

UTMike wrote:

Wonderful city tour, Mark! Of course any set with Gail included is a winner.

Thanks so much from both of us Mike. I try and include her whenever I can since she has a way of lighting up a photo!

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

joecichjr wrote:

A superlative group, Mark

Thanks so much Joe. I appreciate!

srfmhg Loc: Marin County, CA

DJphoto wrote:

Another excellent set Mark.

Thanks very much Dennis. Always great to hear from you!

J-SPEIGHT Loc: Akron, Ohio

srfmhg wrote:

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bridge to the right bank of the River Reuss and explored Old Town.

The Old Town, located just North of the Reuss, is a beautiful part of the city which still preserves some it's oldest structures, houses and fountains.

The old town makes for a wonderful day out for a walk, exploring the city and admiring the architectural brilliance. It has several structures from the 14th century, painted in bright colours and made with timber frames. The Old Town is also home to St. Peter's Chapel, the oldest church in Lucerne. The Altes Rathaus, the old town hall, is located in the Kronmarkt. It's construction was started in 1602 and it was completed in 1606, in the Italian Renaissance style, which was popular at the time. The tower which can be seen adjacent to the town hall is from the 14th century, and is one of the 8 tall watch towers that existed on the wall of the Old Town towards the north.
https://www.holidify.com/places/lucerne/old-town-sightseeing-10868.html

The old town on the right bank is distinguished by well-preserved 14th-century town walls (Musegg) with nine watchtowers, quaint alleys, and squares with medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque houses. Notable buildings are the old town hall (1602–06), housing the historical museum; Am Rhyn House (1617); St. Peter’s Chapel (1178; altered 1750); the Hofkirche (an 8th-century cathedral and collegiate church of St. Leodegar); and the Mariahilf Church (1676–81). Other landmarks are Bertel Thorvaldsen’s “Lion of Lucerne” monument (1819–21), in memory of the Swiss guards slain while defending the Tuileries in Paris in 1792; the Glacier Garden, a relic of the Ice Age excavated in 1872–75; and the comprehensive Swiss Transport Museum (1959).
https://www.britannica.com/place/Lucerne-Switzerland

For historical narratives and additional images, please see my previous posts:

https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712513-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712232-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-711865-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-712706-1.html
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-713045-1.html
Mark

We continued our walk back across the Spreuer Bri... (show quote)

Nice set Mark

yssirk123 Loc: New Jersey

Wonderful set Mark - what a beautiful city!