Historical reference: Do not rely on this information. It is very old. About this collection
Pilatus, Mount, an Alpine peak in Switzerland, is on the borders of the cantons of Lucerne and Unterwalden, near the town and lake of Lucerne. The highest point reaches 7,000 feet. The fine view obtainable from its summit has led to the construction of a pathway and railway. The name is probably derived from Latin Pileatus, "hatted," on account of the clouds which often clothe its summit.