Lauerz: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

In the immediate vicinity of Lauerz lies Schwanau Island. It is a specific point of reference for visitors interested in landscapes and islands during their trip.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Lauerz.

Nature

In the area surrounding Lauerz are Charenstöckli, Firenstöckli and Rot Turen.

Places in the Wider Surrounding Area

In the wider regional surroundings of Lauerz are Muotathal Abbey, the Männedorf otter enclosure, Rapperswil Abbey and St. Adelrich Church. Muotathal Abbey is a specifically named cultural point of reference for travellers interested in such places.

Geographical Location

Lauerz is a village and a political municipality in the Schwyz district of the canton of Schwyz in Switzerland. The village lies in the Pre-Alps at the northeastern foot of the Rigi, directly on Lake Lauerz.

Island

The island in Lake Lauerz belongs to the municipality of Lauerz.

Rural Area

The settlement comprises numerous individual farms; holiday homes are located on the lakeshore and on the slopes.

Culture and History

St. Nicholas Parish Church is located in the village centre. A St. Theodul Chapel has been documented since 1480 as a filial chapel of the parish of Schwyz. After a fire, it was rebuilt in 1508; in 1675, a new St. Nicholas Church was built there.

Further destinations: Steinen, Morschach, Schwyz, Rothenthurm, Muotathal, Alpthal, Rickenbach Bei Schwyz, Riemenstalden

To the higher-level travel overview: Schwyz.