Museums in Bern Region

The Zentrum Paul Klee, which opened in 2005, is dedicated to the person, life and work of Paul Klee (1879–1940). It houses the worldwide largest collection of Klee's works. Paul Klee is regarded as one of the 20th century's most important artists.

On nature’s trail – the Natural History Museum Bern is one of the most renowned in Switzerland. Its historic exhibitions of native and exotic animals are unique in Europe and are the reasons for the museum’s international reputation.

Learn everything about the manufacture and production of Trauffer wooden toys.

Opened in 2002, the museum is dedicated to the works of the renowned Swiss artist Franz Gertsch. But the museum itself is an extraordinary building - more than worth a visit, if only to admire the architecture.

Thanks to its well-preserved medieval townscape, the Old Town of Bern was entered onto UNESCO’s listing of World Heritage Sites in 1983.