Zug is the capital of the Canton of Zug in Switzerland. It is situated at the northeastern corner of Lake Zug at the foot of Zugerberg. The town is mainly German speaking and predominantly inhabited by Roman Catholics. The city of Zug is renowned for its steep taxes because the city is a seat of numerous companies. The view of the Old Town, the Zug Mountain and Lake Zug are the main landmarks of the city. There are a number of Swiss heritage sites of national significance in Zug. These includes 2 libraries, 1 archeological site , the Brugg Castle Museum , Kunsthaus Art Museum and Museum für Urgeschichte are the most prominent one and are the major tourist attractions. Apart from museums the Catholic Church of St. Oswald with Charnel house , the Seminary of St. Micheal, the city walls and several buildings in the old city of Zug are a must see place. There is an extensive network of foot paths with several walk along the shores of the lake over Zugerberg that makes the city to be explored on two wheels. As alternative to walking, visitors can try various paths for cycling or skating as well. A popular biking route goes over the Zugerberg to Lake Zugerberg to Lake Ägeri and through the Lorzentobel valley back to Zug is one of the most popular routes among the visitors. On a hot summer day the shady romantic gorge of Lorze is an attractive way to hike to the caves. The central location between the Zurich and Lucerne and good infrastructure Zug is of course an excellent starting point for excursions.
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