Neighbourhood · UNESCO
Old Town of Bern
Bern, Switzerland
A medieval, arcaded old town inside a loop of the Aare, protected as a World Heritage Site.
Church, mosque or temple · Switzerland · Bern
Bern Minster
Switzerland's tallest cathedral tower rises above the old town, with a view from the top.
UNESCO World Heritage about 60 min
For storytellers
Why Bern Minster matters
The late-gothic Bern Minster is the city's great church, with a richly carved portal showing the Last Judgement. Climb the tower for a wide view over the old town's red roofs and the bend of the Aare, with the Alps in the distance on clear days.
Talking points
- The main portal is filled with detailed sculpture.
- The tower climb rewards you with a rooftop panorama.
- The building was constructed over centuries.
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