Bern Minster is a Swiss Reformed cathedral, in the old city of Bern, Switzerland. Built in the Gothic style, its construction started in 1421. Its tower, with a height of 100.6 m (330 ft), was only completed in 1893. The Bern Münster Cathedral of St. Vincent is the most impressive Late-Gothic building in the city and the largest and most important late medieval church in Switzerland.
Initially just 50 metres high, the cathedral’s tower only reached the record height of 101 metres 300 years later. It is still the tallest cathedral in Switzerland and is a Cultural Property of National Significance. No wonder it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The most beautiful aspect of the Münster is the main portal. 47 large free-standing statues and 170 smaller figures depict the Last Judgement where the righteous are separated from the wicked.
Note: If you are so inclined on a beautiful day, climb the steeple. There is a charge for access but if the weather is nice, you get a very nice view of Bern and the Alps. Be cautious of your time as you can be right next to the ten-ton bell (the largest in the whole of Switzerland) when it rings at 6pm. While it is possible to stand near the bells when they are rung, it is necessary to cover ears to prevent hearing damage.
Location: Bern
November 29
7:00 pm
6.41 °C
November 29
10:00 pm
5.91 °C
November 30
1:00 am
5.1 °C
November 30
4:00 am
4.85 °C
Address
Münsterpl. 1, 3000 Bern, Switzerland
Opening Time
| Saturday | 10AM–5PM |
| Sunday | 11:30AM–5PM |
| Monday | 10AM–5PM |
| Tuesday | 10AM–5PM |
| Wednesday | 10AM–5PM |
| Thursday | 10AM–5PM |
| Friday | 10AM–5PM |
Tickets
Swiss travel pass
Duration
30 minutes
Location: Bern
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November 30
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