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Built in 1191 as the western gate to the then-smaller city, Bern's Clock Tower is as old as Bern itself.

The tower dominates the central city with its steep copper spire; its astronomical clock workings were added in 1530, about the time of the Reformation. From the 16th-19th centuries this was the authoritative clock in Bern; all clocks were set according to this one. At five minutes before each hour visitors gather before the clock to watch its nearly 500-year-old workings perform.

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  • Bern Chocolate city tour in Bern

    Discover the unique chocolate history of the city of Bern. Visit famous chocolate producers and... from CHF 55
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    valid: 11.12.2024 - 10.06.2025

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  • Bern "Catch the Agent (Catag)" GPS game in Bern for team events

    You play this game in the middle of the city of Bern. You can see the playing field in an app on... from CHF 10
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    valid: 10.12.2024 - 08.12.2025

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  • Bern "Beat the bride" in Bern: action-packed hen party

    Go on an action-packed city rally through Bern with your wedding party to see the bride off into... from CHF 299
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    valid: 30.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

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  • Kursaal Bern AG, Bern Kursaal Barbecue

    Delight in our first-class barbecue fun: a 30-metre-long barbecue on our forum terrace is a special... from CHF 58
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    valid: 01.03.2025 - 30.09.2025

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  • Bern "Fire kitchen" cooking over the fire private

    You go out into nature and cook on an open fire by the river or in the forest. You will prepare a... from CHF 120
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    valid: 13.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

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  • Bern Funny Farm Games at the Desired Location

    The funny farm games are exciting competitions for team events and groups. The traditional Swiss... from CHF 75
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    valid: 01.03.2025 - 30.11.2025

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  • Bern "Beat the groom" in Bern: action-packed stag party

    You and your wedding party will go on a fun city rally through Bern to see the groom off into... from CHF 299
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    valid: 30.12.2024 - 31.12.2024

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  • Bern Chocolate & Schnapps City Tour in Bern

    Discover the unique chocolate history of the city of Bern. Visit places of famous chocolate... from CHF 65
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    valid: 14.12.2024 - 22.02.2025

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  • Bern Bern Apero Tour

    You visit three selected restaurants or bars in Bern and enjoy small tastings with a drink. from CHF 69
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    valid: 07.01.2025 - 19.06.2025

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  • Bern Bern – Museum Card

    The Museum Card entitles holders to free admission over 24 or 48 hours to the collections and...
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