Zytglogge, <em>Switzerland</em>
Switzerland

Zytglogge, Switzerland

About Zytglogge

The clock is installed in one of the city’s oldest monuments, which was built in 1191 as a tower. The working clock was added in 1530 and was the authoritative clock in Bern from the 16th to 19th century. This popular landmark has played different roles for the city of Bern over the centuries. Know how a devastating fire destroyed the tower in 1405 and how the structure was rebuilt and given a new identity.

Till date, the clock is functioning and captivates its visitors who gather five minutes before each and every hour to watch its nearly one-of-a-kind performance. At the strike of each hour, the mechanical figures of bears, a joker, a golden rooster and Chronos, the God of Time, perform and enthral its spectators.

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Zytglogge Highlights

• Get a chance to explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed site, the Zytglogge Clock Tower, located in Bern.
• Learn the history of the old tower and how it played a diverse role in the history of Bern.
• Be in time for the clock's hourly performance and watch the incredible puppet show.
• Take a tour of the clock tower to learn about the inner workings of the clock.
• Take Home a Miniature Clock Tower from the tower’s tourist information counter.

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Point of Interest for Zytglogge

Climb to the top

Climb to the top

Tourists can climb to the top of the Clock Tower Bern to look at the interiors and the functioning of the clock. There is a spiral set of stairs you must take to reach the top. Once you get to the top, you can also check out the stunning views of the surroundings. If you are lucky enough, you can even get a glimpse of the Swiss Alps, so plan your travel to this place accordingly.

Watch the chiming

Watch the chiming

Every one hour, the clock tower chimes and displays mediaeval figurines. From bears, fowls to even roosters, these are quite a craze among the public. Make sure you arrive at least 10 minutes early before each chime to watch these figurines. Do note that these figurines have been appearing for over a century, so be a part of this tradition of sighting them.

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