Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Horw

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Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts is one of seven regional, public-funded universities of applied sciences founded in 1997 in its current form. The University was called University of Applied Sciences of Central Switzerland until 15 October 2007. Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts is a Swiss public vocational university with campuses in Lucerne, Horw, Emmenbrücke and Rotkreuz. Prior to Rotkreuz, a small campus in Zug for finance was held. ()

Local name: Hochschule Luzern Established: 1997 (27 years ago)Coordinates: 47°0'50"N, 8°18'21"E

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Technikumstrasse 21Horw Switzerland

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Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kapellbrücke, Glasi Hergiswil, Jesuit Church, SC Kriens.

2.6 miN
Iconic winding bridge lined with art
Kapellbrücke, Lucerne
67 min walk • Spanning the Reuss River in the heart of Lucerne, Switzerland, the Kapellbrücke, or Chapel Bridge, is not only a functional crossing but also an emblematic historical monument. Dating back to the 14th century, it is considered to be the oldest wooden covered bridge in...
2.2 miS
Specialty museum, Art museum, Museum
Glasi Hergiswil, Hergiswil
56 min walk • The Glasi Hergiswil is a Swiss factory that manufactures glass in Nidwalden, Switzerland. It was founded by the brothers Siegwart in 1817. The Glasi was threatened to be closed because of old machines and technology.
2.5 miN
Baroque architecture, Church
Jesuit Church, Lucerne
65 min walk • The Jesuit Church, nestled in the heart of Lucerne, Switzerland, stands as a magnificent testament to Baroque architecture and the city's rich religious history. Its striking facade, with twin onion dome towers, instantly captures the attention of visitors as they...
1.4 miNW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport, Sport venue
SC Kriens, Lucerne
36 min walk • Nestled in the picturesque city of Lucerne, Switzerland, SC Kriens serves as a key sport venue that resonates with the pulse of local football culture. This stadium, though modest in comparison to colossal international arenas, holds a special place in the hearts of...
2.5 miN
Architecture, Convention center, Entertainment
Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre, Lucerne
65 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Switzerland, the Lucerne Culture and Congress Centre (KKL Luzern) stands as a beacon of architectural innovation and a hub for cultural events. This remarkable building, located on the shores of Lake Lucerne and within view of the majestic Swiss...
1.5 miNW
Forts and castles
Schloss Schauensee, Horw
38 min walk • Schauensee Castle is a castle in the municipality of Kriens of the Canton of Lucerne in Switzerland.
2.5 miN
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
The Rosengart Collection, Lucerne
64 min walk • Museum Sammlung Rosengart is an art museum in Lucerne. The art dealer Siegfried Rosengart maintained friendly contacts with various artists such as Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Georges Braque, and Fernand Léger.
2.6 miN
Museum, History museum
Historisches Museum Luzern, Lucerne
67 min walk • The Lucerne Historical Museum was opened on May 23, 1986. The former armory is located on Pfistergasse in Lucerne.
2.3 miN
Tunnel, Cultural tours, Private tours
Sonnenberg Tunnel, Lucerne
59 min walk • The Sonnenberg Tunnel is a 1,550 m long motorway tunnel, constructed between 1971 and 1976 and located in Lucerne, Switzerland.
1.7 miNW
Town, Area
Kriens, Lucerne
44 min walk • Kriens is a city and a municipality in the district of Lucerne in the canton of Lucerne in Switzerland. The municipality lies at the foot of the mountain Pilatus, and is a western suburb of Lucerne.
2.3 miNE
47°2'33"N • 8°19'45"E
The Richard Wagner Museum, Lucerne
58 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum