St. Mary's Church

St. Mary's Church is a Roman Catholic place of worship in the Breitenrain district of Bern built with modernist architectural features. The building displays clear lines and functional forms typical of early 1930s design with simple, unadorned surfaces.

Architect Fernand Dumas designed the building, which was constructed between 1930 and 1933 in the Breitenrain district. It was built during a period when modern architecture was entering religious construction across Europe.

The church serves the local community as a place for weekly Mass and religious celebrations in the Breitenrain neighborhood. It shapes the district's appearance through its modern design, standing apart from older churches elsewhere in the city.

The church is located in a quiet residential area and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors should check service times in advance and respect any religious ceremonies taking place.

The building merges Catholic tradition with modernism in an unexpected way, making it a noteworthy example of how religious architecture was evolving. This blend was uncommon in the 1930s and shows how faith and contemporary design could develop together.

Location: Bern

Inception: 1930

Architects: Fernand Dumas

Elevation above the sea: 553.9 m

Part of: list of cultural properties in Bern / Breitenrain-Lorraine

Address: Wylerstrasse 26, 3014 Bern

Website: https://kathbern.ch/marien

GPS coordinates: 46.95960,7.44965

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:06