Bern Minster

The Bern Minster rises 100.6 meters above the Old City with its Gothic tower made entirely of local sandstone blocks.

Construction of the cathedral started in 1421 under architect Mathieu Ensinger, but the tower remained incomplete until final modifications in 1893.

The cathedral holds regular Protestant services and musical performances in its main hall, which features detailed stained glass windows depicting biblical scenes.

Visitors can climb 312 steps to reach the observation platform at the top of the tower for views over Bern and the Alps.

The main portal displays an extensive collection of medieval stone sculptures representing the Last Judgment with 294 carved figures.

Location: Bern

Inception: 1421

Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Gothic art

Height: 100.6 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Made from material: sandstone

Part of: list of cultural properties in Bern / Inner City (East), Old City of Bern

Address: Münsterplatz 1, 3011 Bern 3000

Website: https://bernermuenster.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.94722,7.45139

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:51