VAPKO lists specific mushroom foraging rules for this canton. Foraging prohibited from the 1st through the 7th of each month. 2 kg per person per day, no more than 0.5 kg of morels and no more than 0.5 kg of chanterelles
Cross-check against German VAPKO page 08.02.2026
Other rules
Organized foraging is prohibited, subject to the stated educational exceptions. Only fully developed mushrooms should be collected. Intentional destruction of mushrooms is prohibited.
Understand the cantonal context
Damp hills and mixed woods rise towards cooler pre-Alpine terrain in the south. Rules apply to a territory, while conditions on site can add further restrictions.
VAPKO notes that mushroom foraging is prohibited in nature reserves throughout Switzerland.
Municipalities and protected areas
Even where the Lucerne cantonal rule is clear, municipalities, nature reserves, parks or landowners may impose additional restrictions. The latest official sources and signs on site take precedence.
Check before every trip
- Identify the exact canton and municipality
- Check the closed period, time and permitted quantity
- Check rules for the reserve, park or landowner
- Keep the official link available during the trip
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many kilograms of mushrooms can be collected in Lucerne?
2 kg per person per day, no more than 0.5 kg of morels and no more than 0.5 kg of chanterelles
Can mushrooms be collected on every day of the month?
Foraging prohibited from the 1st through the 7th of each month. Even where the Lucerne cantonal rule is clear, municipalities, nature reserves, parks or landowners may impose additional restrictions. The latest official sources and signs on site take precedence.