Farel house, Community center in New City South, Bienne, Switzerland.
The Farel house spans three floors with large windows, providing space for community gatherings, study rooms, and cultural activities throughout the building.
Max Schlup designed this architectural structure in 1959, transforming the former parish hall into a central meeting point for the local population.
The building hosts regular lectures, discussions, and educational programs that connect residents through shared learning experiences and community development.
The center maintains regular opening hours from Monday to Saturday, offering access to its library collection and multiple meeting spaces for public use.
Each Thursday, participants from various backgrounds gather to contribute to daily operations, from maintaining the library to organizing educational sessions.
Location: Bienne
Inception: 1959
Architects: Max Schlup
Operator: Farelhaus AG
Part of: list of cultural properties in Bienne (new town)
Address: Oberer Quai 12, 2502 Biel/Bienne 2502 2502
Website: https://farelhaus.ch/de
GPS coordinates: 47.13733,7.24792
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:46
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