Four people with three barrel organs in front of the event location, the Pavillon.

The barrel organ team on Barrel Organ Day on the Gurten.

Three people with two barrel organs and one singer.

Gurtenfestival

Edition 43 from July 15–18

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The 43rd Gurtenfestival will take place from July 15 to 18, 2025. Once again, the Gurten will be the backdrop for a diverse music and cultural program. International stars, regional artists, and a unique atmosphere characterize the festival. With its special atmosphere and view over Bern, the Gurtenfestival remains a highlight of the summer.

Due to the setting up and dismantling of the festival, restrictions are to be expected in the Gurten – Park im Grünen from June to around the beginning of August.

Location	Various locations in the park
Date	July 15–18, 2026
Time	3 p.m.–4:30 a.m.
Price	starting at CHF 129

Restrictions during the festival

The festival, as well as its setup and takedown, will result in restrictions on other operations at Gurten – Park im Grünen. Setup begins in early June, and takedown is completed in early August.

Fire pits

No. 1 – The largest barbecue area at the Gurtengärtli	June 29 – July 26
No. 2 – The barbecue area at the Monument	July 13 – July 20
No. 3 – The barbecue area in the middle of the meadow	July 6 – July 24
No. 4 – The barbecue area for campfires at the edge of the forest	July 13 – July 20
No. 5 – The barbecue area near the East Signal	July 13 – July 20
No. 6 – The barbecue area on the hillside	July 13–26

Attractions

Bike transport	Not available from Monday, July 13 through Tuesday, July 20
Parking	Closed from Wednesday, July 15 through Saturday, July 18
Disc Golf Course	Limited access from Monday, June 8 through Saturday, August 8 Closed from Sunday, June 28 through July 26
Gurtengärtli	Closed from Monday, July 13 through Tuesday, July 21
Gurtenwiese	Accessible only to festival visitors from Wednesday, July 15 through Saturday, July 18. Limited access from early June through early August.
Middle Station	Closed from Wednesday, July 15 through Saturday, July 18
Restaurant Gurtners	Closed from Wednesday, July 15, through Saturday, July 18
Restaurant Huusbüffe	From Wednesday, July 15, through Saturday, July 18, festival menu available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Toboggan Run	Closed from Monday, July 13 through Tuesday, July 21.
Playground	Closed from Monday, July 13 through Monday, July 20
Observatory	Closed from Wednesday, June 18 through Monday, August 4