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Das Berner Münster (Cathedral of Bern)

Attraction Type: 
essential

Bern's cathedral is Switzerland's largest church building and a fantastic example of late gothic architecture. Entrance is free, but for a fee it’s possible to climb the rocket-shaped cathedral spire. It is the dominant structure in Bern's Old Town, which was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 1983.

Address: 
Münsterplatz 1,
Bern,
3000
Switzerland
Telephone: 
+41 31 312 0462
Website: 
www.bernermuenster.ch
Opening times: 

Apr – mid Oct: Mon-Sat 1000-1700, Sun 1130-1700.

Mid Oct – early Apr: Mon-Fri 1200-1600, Sat 1000-1700, Sun 1130-1600.

Admission fees: 

No

Disabled access: 
No
Unesco: 
Yes

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