Chapel Bridge in Lucerne, Switzerland, the oldest 17th-century wooden covered bridge in Europe

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Kapellbrücke, one of the oldest wooden covered bridges in Europe, is also a famous landmark in Lucerne. It is a must-see attraction whether you are on a group tour or a self-guided tour. It has a magnificent stone water tower and a roof decorated in the 17th century. The Chapel Bridge was built in 1333 and has a history of 700 years. The wooden bridge spans the Reuss River and was originally part of the city's defense system. There is also an octagonal water tower in the middle of the bridge, which was once used as a storage room, prison and torture chamber. There are 120 paintings hanging in the bridge corridor, all depicting the history of Lucerne, which is quite interesting. There are many cafes and restaurants around the wooden bridge, which have different styles during the day and at night. On the north bank of the Chapel Bridge there is a St. Peter's Church, which is decorated in a bright brown-red color scheme and offers great views of the river. #SwissTravel #Lucerne #Chapel Bridge