Church of the Holy Ghost

The Church of the Holy Ghost stands with 14 monolithic columns and features baroque architecture made from local sandstone on Spitalgasse 44.

The current church structure, completed in 1729, replaced a chapel from 1228 that belonged to the Holy Ghost hospital and abbey complex.

The church maintains its position as one of Switzerland's largest Protestant religious buildings, with space for 2000 people during services.

The building contains six bells, including historical pieces from 1596 and 1728, plus four additional bells cast in 1860.

During construction in 1726, workers uncovered Roman artifacts beneath the foundation, suggesting the presence of an ancient temple at this location.

Location: Bern

Inception: 1726

Architects: Albrecht Stürler

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Part of: list of cultural properties in Bern / Inner City (West)

Address: Spitalgasse 44, 3011 Bern

Website: https://heiliggeist.refbern.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.94793,7.44078

Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:12