When you visit Bern Switzerland for the first time, you will be stunned by its beautiful scenery. Bern is the capital of Switzerland and was built in a sandstone ridge.
The city is encircled by the Aare flowing on three of its sides through a wide valley. The city has a network of high-level bridges linking it with the high ground on the right bank along with the newer areas in the city.
The prosperity of the citizens of Bern in the 17th and 18th centuries can be seen in the shops, streets, and houses of the city. If you are planning to visit it, here are the top 4 activities you must do while being there.
These activities are suggested by Right Now Cleaning and Restoration of Great Falls, who have visited Switzerland in their down time from cleaning carpets, upholstery or doing trash removal.
1. The Old Town:
It is classified among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The old town of Bern is a must visit, even when travelling with pets. It is located on a cliff and surrounded by aquamarine waters of the Aare River from three of its sides.
The cobbled streets are stunning as most of the city’s medieval character is preserved. The lower levels of most of the buildings are shops, cafés, bookstores, and restaurants while the upper levels are apartments.
The old town is full of tourist attractions which include all of the bridges across the Aare, public fountains, old statues, towers, and, the famous Clock Tower. You will spend spectacular days in this part of the town.
2. KunstMuseum:
It is one of the most popular museums of art in Europe. The Kunstmuseum is located to the west of Waisenhausplatz, on the Hodlerstrasse.
There are more than 51,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, photographs, films, and other works of art inside the museum.
The museum was built in 1879 so it is one of the oldest museums in Europe.
The collection includes art from the Italian Trecento, Swiss art since the 15th century, and international painting from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
The exhibitions are amazing and feature most of the art schools.
3. Rosengarten:
If you want to feel peaceful, this place is one of the most peaceful and beautiful places in Bern and in the whole Europe. It has some impressive views that make you relaxed.
The Rose Garden Park is located on a hill slope just across the river from the center of town. In 1913, the area became a public park. It was renewed in 1950s and now, it includes more than 200 types of roses and other 200 species of irises, azaleas, and rhododendrons.
The Conclusion:
It is one of the finest cities in Europe. It is full of art, history, and scenery so you will definitely enjoy your visit there.