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Cathedral at Munsterplatz / St. Vincent (Munster Kirche)

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Address: Munsterplatz 1, Bern 3000, Switzerland
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Located in the center of the Old Town, this 15th-century cathedral sports a...

Located in the center of the Old Town, this 15th-century cathedral sports a towering 328-foot-tall spire that dominates the city skyline.

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“Beautiful!”

We were not able to go inside. However, just viewing the outside was amazing. Conveniently located. Hard to miss.

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Normal, Illinois
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“Beautiful!”
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We were not able to go inside. However, just viewing the outside was amazing. Conveniently located. Hard to miss.

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Alexandria, Virginia
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“Best City View But A Climb”
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Explore the most magnificent views of Bern for a small fee and burn some calories. There are no elevators here but a series of spiral steps to take you to spectacular 360 degree views of the city. If you are a photographer this is a must add to the list when visiting Bern. The Cathedral itself is beautiful but not... More 

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Atlanta, Georgia
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“Nice but not ornate”
Reviewed 6 days ago NEW

The most interesting thing about this church is the outside. Inside the church has some stained glass windows. The alter is being remodeled. There is not much to see inside and other churches in Europe are more interesting.

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“A must see for those interested in old churches”
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Europe is filled with old churches. This is one in Switzerland that while in Bern should be visited. No admission, definitely worthwhile to visit.

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Cairo, Egypt
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“Nice one”
Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Such a great cathedral, you gotta see the paintings inside as well. Don't miss it and it would be nice it you prayed for the peace of the world :)

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“Panorama Bern”
Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Great View of Bern from its gothic cathedral's tower top! No elevatot some 400 steps on a spiralling stairs. Amazing gothic architecture.

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“Beautiful Site”
Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Beautiful Cathedral. We only viewed from outside, but it is well worth the stop by to see along your tour of Old Town

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“Amazing Exterior & Architecture”
Reviewed 3 weeks ago

This cathedral is unique. The facade of the building is really grand and the carving is really intricate. Inside the building boasts some of the most beautiful stained glass that I have ever seen. If you have money to spare, you can climb the steps to the top of the amazing cathedral for CHF 6.00. It's definitely worth the money... More 

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“Amazing Cathedral”
Reviewed 3 weeks ago

You can climb all steps up of this amazing cathedral for 6,00 francs. The view in the top is great, you can see everything. Loved it.

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“Not a masterpiece”
Reviewed 4 weeks ago

The cathedral has nothing special, but the fronton at the main gate. Good view of the city from the top of the tower bell.

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Hi, Do you know when the restoration will be finished? thanks
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