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Clock Tower - Zytglogge
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This prominent landmark has for centuries kept time for Bern's residents and puts on an elaborate show each hour.
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  • Bern Station • 6 min walk
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Princess Anne, MD3 contributions
A unic experience in Switzerland
Feb 2023
Well of course the Zytglogge is a very interesting building ,but if by chance you stay in Bern after ash Wednesday ,you can experience the" Bern Fasenacht."
This is a big big block party ,which happens in the old town.
Many bands are playing ,plenty of kids in fantastic costumes around ( not only Dumbledors) and a heck lot of fun.
Of course there are food stands etc.
This event is over 3 days with the most busy day on Saturday.
For the very conservative people from Bern ,this is the time for fun and food.
Do not miss the Muenster Platz just beside this great church ..
So just relax walk the streets and have enjoy.
Written February 24, 2023
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Steve S
Palm Springs, CA1,676 contributions
A beautiful clock tower
Dec 2022
Located right in the center of the old town. Worth a few minutes to see this beautiful old clock tower.
Written January 15, 2023
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shiraziwine
Shiraz, Iran1,358 contributions
a part of old town Bern
Aug 2022
The clock tower is a part of Bern old town and a historical monument which welcomes any visitor at the begging of the journey to the old town. it looks really nice and a historical symbol
Written January 5, 2023
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Jason S
Melbourne, Australia1,317 contributions
It’s ok at best
Dec 2022 • Solo
Doing my research what to do in Bern, clock was high on the list. However once you are there you keep on waiting to be impressed but sadly you are not.

Ok for quick photo as it’s a a nice historical clock and historical buildings around it but you move on very quickly. Most people on hate red around for a few minutes and left.
Written December 30, 2022
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davidandmel
Birmingham, UK1,618 contributions
Very pretty but don't come for the revolving figures!
Dec 2022
This is a very famous and historic building in Bern and it is very pretty. However,the revolving figures are very underwhelming so don't come especially to see them.
Written December 29, 2022
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permia
Ireland38,275 contributions
Enchanting symbol of the city
Oct 2022
In the delightful Old Town arcaded street is an enchanting symbol of the city. First saw it evening time when it was bathed in the golden sunlight.

It began life in the early 1200s and has had numerous functions down the centuries. Clock faces including an astronomical clock are standout features.
Written December 19, 2022
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Burgdorfer
Muntinlupa, Philippines28 contributions
not worth the hype
Oct 2022
Arrived 'just on time' - but the spectacle was rather modest, sorry to say that.
Learned later that there is actually some activity happening a few minutes before the hour, but also this did not really meet our expectations.
Written November 7, 2022
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SlyC830
Fenton, MO249 contributions
Beautiful clock tower
Nov 2022 • Solo
Not much to do but marvel at its beauty. Intricately designed. Easy to walk by - allot no more than 5-10 min as there's not much more to see.
Written November 6, 2022
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AsHammer
Indianapolis, IN186 contributions
Time Your Visit to see the Clock in Action!
Oct 2022 • Couples
It’s worth timing your visit to see the clock in action on the hour. It was a unique experience and one we were glad to get to see in person!
Written October 15, 2022
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Alexander
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Beautiful city
Sep 2022 • Couples
Roaming around the old town and buting local products in the market in front of the national bank of switz
Written September 25, 2022
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