Münsterplatz 1
3000 Bern
Berner Münster
The Bernese Landmark
Further information
Bern Minster is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and is one of the largest and most important late medieval churches in Switzerland. Construction began in 1421, but the imposing 100 metre high tower was not completed until 1893. The west portal with its depiction of the Last Judgement is world-famous. From 2021 - 2024, the vault of the nave was carefully cleaned by hand to remove soot and dirt, so that it now shines in new splendour.
Sources
Information on the renovation of the nave vault: Click here
Interactive map of the choir vault with information on the pictorial programme: Click here
Visits and guided tours
Type of visit: individual visit, additional guided tours
Registration: required
Group size: maximum 20 people
On Saturday and Sunday, the tower can be visited free of charge between 1.00 and 5.00 pm.
Backpacks and bags are not permitted. Reservations are not required for individual tours of the church and tower.
Directions
Various connections to "Zytglogge"
Location
Münsterplatz 1
3000 Bern