On a journey through time in the federal city

Why is the toilet in the wine bistro «Le Vigneron» so important to Bern and what connection does the «Pläfe» (minster terrace) have to Albert Einstein?

The winding alleys, baroque buildings and important attractions of the medieval federal city tell a fascinating story.

The classic UNESCO Stroll through the Old Town provides you fascinating insights into the past of the city of Bern, while the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) Tour allows you a glimpse behind the scenes of this centuries-old clockwork and popular meeting place.

Everybody knows that every hour, an extraordinary spectacle takes place at what is probably Bern’s most popular clockwork. That is when the medieval Zytglogge’s animated figures make their appearance: for centuries, the dancing bear procession, the cheeky jester, and the screaming rooster have delighted visitors from near and far. But who knows what the figures signify, how the mechanism is operated or what stories hide behind the thick walls of the clock tower?

Our experienced city guides will accompany you on two unforgettable walks through our beautiful federal city.