About Old City of Bern

Attractions around Old City of Bern

Bundesplatz

This is the government plaza in old town Bern with the Federal Palace (or Bundeshaus). The plaza has 26 fountains – one to represent each canton (or state) in Switzerland. The Bundeshaus was completed in 1902 and houses the Federal Council as well as the Swiss Federal Assembly. It has a unique cupola and decorative façade. Guests may visit the Bundeshaus Monday through Saturday.