Location: Bern

Despite being less well-known than Zurich or Geneva, Bern is Switzerland’s capital and a magnificent, historic metropolis steeped in Swiss culture and history. Bern has everything you could want, from fascinating museums to breathtaking vistas and delectable cuisine.

Travel through Switzerland by train – 10 days trip

Discover Switzerland by train, from $4,727 (per group)

Traveling through Switzerland by train is a tour that covers highlights of Switzerland in a 10-day (9 nights) period: the start of your trip can be at Zurich airport or at Geneva airport. See all the highlights of Swizterland to learn about this wonderful country! Highlights 9 x accommodation in…

Address Zurich Airport, Zurich 8058

Categories Holiday Package Activities Cultural Experience Guided Tours Sightseeing Tours

Senkeltram

Located on the Münsterplattform in close proximity to Bern's cathedral is the Mattelift, a straightforward elevator, known as Senkeltram. It is a kind of public transportation that links the downtown area to the Matte neighborhood, a historic working-class hub where industries like tanning were practiced. The Senkeltram is a tramway…

Address Badgasse 16, 3011 Bern, Switzerland

Categories Architectural attractions and landmarks Attractions

Münsterplattform

The Münsterplattform has many grassy areas and shady chestnut trees, making it a great place for a picnic, some playtime, and some R&R. This former churchyard is now a popular meeting area due to its stunning panorama over the Aare, the Alps, and the Bernese Matte neighborhood. Bernese of all…

Address Münsterplattform

Categories Architectural attractions and landmarks Attractions Public spaces

Berner Münster

Most important landmark in Bern

Berner Münster St. Vinzenz is the largest and most significant late medieval church in Switzerland, making it the most remarkable example of late Gothic architecture in the city. The highest Swiss church tower offers a breathtaking panorama over the city, the surrounding countryside, and the snowy peaks of the Bernese…

Address Berner Münster

Categories Architectural attractions and landmarks Attractions Religious landmarks

Erlacherhof, Bern

The Erlacherhof, which was constructed between the years 1745 and 1752, is the residential residence of the mayor of Bern and the most significant private structure in the city. The "Hôtel entre cour et jardin" concept, which describes a city palace that is situated between a courtyard and a garden,…

Address Erlacherhof, Bern

Categories Historical Landmarks Architectural attractions and landmarks Attractions

Rathaus Bern

Bern Townhall (Rathaus Bern) houses the Grand Council of Bern, the Executive Council of Bern, and the Grand Council of the City of Bern. If the Bernese flag is flying over the city hall, that implies the politicians are holding a meeting inside. The "little brother of the federal building"…

Address Rathausplatz 3011 Bern

Categories Historical Landmarks Architectural attractions and landmarks Attractions

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