Bern Audio Tour: Legends, Lions & Landmarks of the Obere Altstadt

Schedule

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Wed, 29 Oct, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC+02:00

Location

Federal Palace of Switzerland | Bern, BE

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Self-guided audio tour of Obere Altstadt, Bern. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Sandstein, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Bern Audio Tour: Legends, Lions & Landmarks of the Obere Altstadt

A clock strikes above the cobbled lanes of Obere Altstadt, echoing secrets of power, rebellion, and intrigue woven through Bern’s heart. Hidden behind stoic façades and gothic arches, history still whispers.

This self-guided audio tour turns each step into a revelation, uncovering the scandals and heroics that shaped the city. Venture beyond the postcards to discover stories even locals do not always know.

What tense debate triggered chaos within the walls of the Federal Palace of Switzerland? Why did prisoners at the shadowy Käfigturm leave bizarre graffiti behind? Who risked everything for forbidden meetings beneath the stained glass in the French Church?

Wander from political showdowns to mysterious towers and clandestine sanctuaries. Each turn reveals new drama, painting Bern in vivid layers of light, shadow, and surprise.

Are you ready to let the past call out from these ancient stones? Begin the journey and unlock Bern’s hidden heart.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 1 hour 36 minutes
  • Distance: Around 1.8 km (1.1 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 11min
  • Stops: 16 captivating landmarks including Bundesplatz (Bern), Kindlifresserbrunnen, Schützenbrunnen (Bern)

Experience the charm of Obere Altstadt like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Obere Altstadt's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Bern on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • 🏰  Federal Palace of Switzerland (2min)
  • 🏰  Hotel Bellevue Palace (3min)
  • 📍  Society of Middle Lions (4min)
  • 📍  Schützenbrunnen (Bern) (2min)
  • 📍  Robert Walser Centre (3min)
  • 📍  Käfigturm (4min)
  • 📍  Bärenplatzbrunnen (3min)
  • 📍  Bundesplatz (Bern) (3min)
  • 🗼  Dutch Tower (4min)
  • 🌾  By Graffenried Holding (4min)
  • ⛪  French Church (Bern) (4min)
  • 📍  Nägeligasse (Bern) (3min)
  • 📍  Schüttestrasse (Bern) (3min)
  • 📍  Stages Bern (4min)
  • 📍  Kindlifresserbrunnen (4min)
  • 📍  Kornhauskeller (3min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 




🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Obere Altstadt with these bonus audio stories available in the app:


  • 🏛️    Name (2min)
  • 🏛️    Foundation and Middle Ages (3min)
  • 🏛️    16th to 18th centuries (3min)
  • 🏛️    19th century (3min)
  • 🏛️    Bern as a federal city (2min)
  • 🏛️    20th and 21st centuries (3min)
  • 🌍    Topography (2min)
  • 🌍    Geology (2min)
  • 🌍    Climate (3min)
  • 🌟    Demographic development (2min)
  • 🌟    Population composition (2min)
  • 🎭    Municipal council (2min)
  • 🎭    Town council (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.


 


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Above photo: Mike Switzerland, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Wladyslaw, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Foto Fitti, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Mike Lehmann, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Sandstein, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 


 


🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉


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