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.
Museum · Switzerland · Bern
Zentrum Paul Klee
A wave-shaped museum dedicated to the artist Paul Klee.
about 2 h
For storytellers
Why Zentrum Paul Klee matters
East of the centre, a trio of undulating steel-and-glass hills hold the world's largest collection of Paul Klee's art. The architecture, by Renzo Piano, echoes the landscape. If you like colourful, dreamlike pictures full of line and music, this is the place.
Talking points
- The building was designed by Renzo Piano.
- Klee grew up in Bern.
- It also hosts concerts and exhibitions.
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Within about 40 km, closest first.