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- Duration1 hr 45 min
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Overview
Forget everything you know about European capitals. Bern doesn't shout; it whispers. On this captivating journey through the medieval heart of the Swiss federal city, you discover a place where power is deliberately hidden, where 500-year-old wells serve as a moral compass, and where the covered arcades shaped the daily life of merchants and a young Albert Einstein. Accompany us as we decode the bizarre, beautiful, and brilliantly unobtrusive soul of Bern. - 2.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stations over 105 min. - Ideal for everyone interested in history & memory and art, design & aesthetics Excitingly told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
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What's included
- Verified facts woven into an engaging story
- Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
- Precise navigation between the stops
- Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
- 1
Pfeiferbrunnen
10 min
A Renaissance fountain from the 16th century, depicting a musician and introducing Bern's unique blend of practical use and civic art.
- 2
Parliament Building
10 min
The seat of the Swiss government, which shows the architectural restraint and democratic accessibility of Switzerland's unique political system.
- 3
Clock Tower - Zytglogge
10 min
A tower from the 13th century with an astronomical clock from the 15th century, representing the technological and historical heart of the old town.
- 4
Child Eater Fountain (Kindlifresserbrunnen)
10 min
A bizarre and unsettling fountain from the 16th century, depicting a ogre eating children, and offering a glimpse into medieval folklore and morality.
- 5
Einstein House (Einsteinhaus)
10 min
A walk through Bern's famous medieval arcades with a stop at Albert Einstein's former apartment, where medieval trade meets modern physics.
- 6
Berner Munster
10 min
The largest sacred building in Switzerland, which impresses with breathtaking Gothic architecture and a profound portal of the Last Judgment.
- 7
Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen
10 min
A well from the 16th century, depicting Justice and symbolizing Bern's commitment to republican law and civic virtue.
- 8
Barenpark
10 min
The modern home of Bern's namesake animals, which illuminates the legend of the city's founding and the changing relationship between nature and urban identity.
Meeting point and pickup
Meeting point
From Bern main station with local public transport towards Pfeiferbrunnen. From the nearest stop, it is a few minutes' walk to Pfeiferbrunnen, Bern, Switzerland. Please check the current connection with the local transport association on the day of travel.
End point
From BärenPark, walk to the nearest stop and take local public transport back to Bern main station. The starting point is BärenPark, Bern, Switzerland. Please check the current connection on the day of travel.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Thank you for your Booking Referral! We are very much looking forward to giving you a great tour experience with the Red-Thread app. Since it is a self-guided tour, you have complete freedom: You start whenever suits you — at your own pace, without time pressure or a fixed group. So you redeem your voucher: 1. Download the app: Download the free app "Red Thread: Discover Homeland" on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/de/app/red-thread-discover-home/id6757938513 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voltaire.redthread 2. Redeem code: Open the app, scan the QR code on your ticket — or enter your voucher code. 3. For groups: Each person needs the app on their own smartphone and enters their own code from the ticket — one code per person. After redemption, you have 14 days of access — the time runs from redemption, not from Booking Referral. More information on our website: https://redthread.world We wish you a lot of fun on your Red-Thread tour!
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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