About Zytglogge

A major landmark of the city of Bern, the Clock Tower that is the Zytglogge is one of the most sought after tourist destinations that people tend to visit by choice when they are in the city. TIll this date, many tourists simply come to stand in front of the Clock Tower to watch the clock mechanism that dates back to the 16th century, performs its unique spectacle. If you are on a tour then you can easily experience this spectacle from up close. To follow each and every step of the clock's mechanism, you need to be inside the Clock Tower. If that was not enough, you can also enjoy the wonderful view over the capital’s streets and rooftops from the height of the clock tower. It was the Zytglogge that was Bern's very first western city gate between the years 1191-1256 and it is now one of Bern's most important sights. The wonderfully built astronomical clock with its moving figures was built in the year 1530 and at that time, it served as the city's main clockmaking it an extremely important landmark in the city of Bern. 

Must See

The Mechanism of the clock is a marvel to witness.

How to reach

By bus

From Bern Bahnhof to Bern, Zytglogge by bus No.10, 12, 30 and M15, three meters distance will be covered and every five minutes bus comes here.

Tram

Byline 9 tram No. 6, 7 8 and 9 It will take three minutes to reach.

By taxi

From the Bern station to the city centre and then from the city centre to Zytglogge, it is 2.9 Km. 

By bus, tram, and taxi the fare cost is 40 CHF, 32 CHF, and 48 CHF.

 

Tips

  • Do not throw the garbage in and around the tower
  • Wear comfortable shoes to help you climb the tower easily
  • Kindly wait your turn in the line to purchase the ticket
  • Kindly be careful when climbing the stairs to the tower
  • Respect the sanctity of the place
  • Do not indulge in photography/videography unless permitted.

Visit Time

Sunday:       Open 24 hours

Monday:       Open 24 hours

Tuesday:       Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday:     Open 24 hours

Friday:          Open 24 hours

Saturday:      Open 24 hours

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Waiting Time

20 minutes wait.

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes

15 CHF

 

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Time you can spend

4 hours

 

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Weather

Clear Sky 17.21°C

 

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