Verein Festung Vitznau (VFV)

The Vitznau Fortress Association operates the former artillery fortress of Vitznau as Switzerland's first experiential fortress. The association offers guided tours through the fortress's extensive former tunnels and fighting positions. Members can participate in a special exhibition on the Second World War. Group offerings include special experiences such as the Swiss Army Night, where participants can spend the night in historic soldiers' beds. Package deals like "In and on the Rigi" or "Following the Water's Trail" are also available, which can include boat trips or rides on the Rigi Railway. Catering options such as aperitifs or a hearty military meal in the soldiers' mess are available. Crossbow shooting can also be booked as a group activity. The target audience is visitors interested in military history sites and seeking an experiential program.