Nydegg Bridge – Bern old town loop from Bern

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Nydegg Bridge – Bern old town loop from Bern

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Nydegg Bridge – Bern old town loop from Bern

01:52

6.72km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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513 m

Federal Palace of Switzerland (Bundeshaus)

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Federal Palace Bern, history
On April 1, 1902, the new building was ceremoniously handed over to the Swiss Confederation.
Where a music hall and an old hospital once stood, parliament …

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1.50 km

View of Bern Old Town and the Alps from Kornhausbrücke

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The Kornhausbrücke bridge in Bern offers fantastic views of the city skyline, the Aare River, and the distant Alps. This bridge provides a perfect vantage point to appreciate Bern’s mix …

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2.74 km

Viewpoint

3.29 km

Nydegg Bridge

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The Nydegg Bridge is a historic stone arch bridge in Bern, connecting the Old Town with the opposite bank of the Aare River. It was built between 1840 and 1844 …

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3.93 km

The Bernese arbors

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We call the arcades here in Bern "Lauben". The total of six kilometers of arcades in Bern's old town form the longest covered shopping promenades in Europe. The arcades are …

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4.21 km

Zytglogge Clock Tower

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Originally a defensive tower, it was converted into a prison in the 13th century and later into a clock tower. Today, it houses one of the oldest astronomical clocks in Switzerland and a carillon.

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4.26 km

Bern old town

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The old town of Bern is like a living fairy tale book. 🌟🕰️ With its cobbled streets, historic buildings and charming squares, it exudes a unique charm that immediately captivates visitors.

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5.05 km

View of Bern Cathedral and the Matteschwelle

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Viewpoint with the possibility of walking directly to the water. There is also a very nice restaurant right on the waterfall.

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6.15 km

Bernabrunnen Fountain (Bundesgasse, Bern)

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Bernabrunnen, Bundesgasse, Bern from 1863
The fountain was erected in 1858 and a statue was added in 1863.
Inner courtyard of the west wing of the Federal Palace, on Bundesgasse

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6.72 km

End point

Train Station

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