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BärenPark

The BärenPark in Bern, Switzerland, is an open-air bear park in the middle of the city, where brown bears live on a roughly 5,000 square metre site stretching from the former bear pit down to the banks of the river Aare. The park is barrier-free and can be explored with the free BäreBähnli panoramic inclined lift, which connects the upper viewing platform with the lower riverside promenade. Visitors can observe the resident brown bear family and learn about the biology of Europe's largest land predator. The park also hosts changing temporary exhibitions and events.

Information

  • Visit duration: 60min
  • Barrier free: Yes
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: Yes
  • Pushchair accessible: True
  • Price range: $
  • Topic: Zoo
    • Guided tours: Yes
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18

Opening hours

Open 365 days a year, around the clock (24 hours).

Admission fees

0 CHF
Adult admission

Contact

Webpage
tierpark-bern.ch
Email
tierpark-bern@bern.ch
Address
Grosser Muristalden 4, 3006 Bern

Access

Nearby stops

  • Bern, Bärenpark150 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Bern
11m
Thun
33m
Olten
38m
Neuchâtel
1h 4m
Interlaken Ost
1h 9m

FAQ

  • May I feed the bears in the BärenPark?
    No, feeding the bears by visitors is strictly forbidden. The bears are fed at varying times and locations within the enclosure so they can search for their food naturally.
  • When are the bears visible in the BärenPark?
    The bears are usually out in the enclosure, though they sometimes retreat into the bushes. During winter rest (November to mid-March) they stay in their winter dens and are rarely or never visible.
  • Are there rangers or information staff in the BärenPark?
    Yes, rangers are available daily to answer questions about the bears of Bern (summer: 9:00–17:00, winter: 11:00–15:00). They can be recognised by their Tierpark uniform.
  • Can I visit the BärenPark with a guided tour?
    Yes, guided tours are offered. Under expert guidance you visit the enclosure and learn about the history and significance of the bear pit and BärenPark for Bern, the keeping and biology of the bears, and the three resident bears, including a look behind the scenes.
  • Where are the toilets in the BärenPark?
    Public toilets are located in the building of the restaurant 'Altes Tramdepot' at Grosser Muristalden 6, 3006 Bern. They are staffed around the clock and the frosted-glass doors open via motion sensor.