The Town of Lucerne Switzerland...

 "The Most Mournful and Moving Piece of Stone in the World"

The Lion of Lucerne

The monument was created to commemorate the bravery and loyalty of the Swiss Guards that protected the French king, Lou the XVI and his family.

We did not have much time in the town but what we did see and experience was fun and educational. A very busy portion of the town with cafe's, social meeting and gatherings taking place all around us. Watch out for the pick pockets!  You can see just above the towns main water-tower. 

FUN FACT:  The Spreuerbucke, the wooden bridge is roofed and was part of the town's medieval defenses that also inclued the long fortified wall. It was fun to walk the bridge and feel a part of history under foot.