Former horse sanatorium, Veterinary hospital in Beundenfeld, Bern, Switzerland.
Description
The former horse sanatorium at Papiermühlestrasse 40 is a veterinary building designed specifically for the medical treatment and recovery of horses. It features traditional Swiss architecture and contains specialized rooms and facilities for equine medicine.
History
The building was established in the early 1900s as a sign of how Switzerland developed specialized veterinary facilities. It documents a time when horses still played a central role in the economy and transportation.
Culture
The building reflects how essential horse care was to Swiss society, which is why it appears on the cultural property register. The layout and design of the spaces show how important these animals were to daily life at the time.
Practical
The site is located on the southeastern edge of Bern and is reachable by public transportation; check the website for information about visiting and tours. Since the building is protected, visits are often only possible with organized groups.
Did you know?
The floors and walls were specially reinforced to withstand the strength and weight of the animals, which is still visible in the building's structure. These construction details show how carefully the building was planned for this specialized purpose.
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