I took a short walk through Lucerne to the Chapel Bridge.
On the way, I passed this magnificent stone arch, part of the original Lucerne train station, which was destroyed by fire in 1971.
The Chapel Bridge dates to the 1400's and is the oldest wooden bridge in Europe. Panels in the roof display the history of Lucerne. Although the bridge burned down in 1993, the panels have all been restored.
It's hard to see in this picture, but there are beautiful flowers of many colors which seem to flow over the sides of the bridge.
Restored roof panels.
On the other side of the River Reuss is the Old Town. Many of the building used to be guilds, and they are decorated with interesting murals.
Anyone want to rent a violin? 
You are having some amazing weather to start your journey. Love seeing the murals on the buildings. Everything looks super clean too!
ReplyDeleteThe weather has been gorgeous; skies are very clear, too!
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