The telescope at the Gurten observatory with a view of the night sky.

The interior of the observatory with its large telescope. An expert from Astro Events explains the night sky to two people.

Man watching a solar eclipse through a telescope at the Gurten Observatory.

The Gurten Observatory in winter with snow.

Three people are standing in the observatory and an expert is explaining the sky to them.

A child observing the sun through a telescope.

Observatory

The Observatory above Bern

Best view of the galaxy

The observatory comes from Monte Generoso (TI) and is a gift from Ferrovia Monte Generoso SA. Sponsored by Kulturprozent, it was in use on Monte Generoso for over 20 years. Due to a lack of interest, it was dismantled and is now getting a new lease of life on the Gurten.

The observatory on the Gurten offers the general public a detailed insight into physical and other scientific phenomena in space. The Gurten Observatory allows you to gaze into a distant world, far away from the lights and noise of the city. Come along on a journey into the universe on Bern's local mountain.

The observatory is supported by the the Culture Percentage of the Migros Aare.

Observatory visits

Every tuesday, public observation evenings take place under the professional supervision of experts from Astro Events. The number of visitors is limited to 18 people per evening and advance registration is required.

The tours take place in all weather conditions. In case of bad weather, an alternative program takes place in a seminar room.

every tuesday evening
1 April – 31 October	9.45–11.30 p.m.
1 November – 31 March	7.00–8.45 p.m.
	9.00–10.45 p.m.

Individual admission
Adults	CHF 23.00
Children (6–16 years)	CHF 15

Small observatory program for groups
Duration	approx. 1.5 hours
Participants	5–22 people
Cost	CHF 620 (from 23 people on request)
Comments	On request, not available on Tuesday and Sunday evenings

Extensive observatory program for groups
Duration	approx. 2.5 hours
Participants	5–100 people
Cost	from CHF 950–
Comments	on request, not available on Tuesday and Sunday evenings Additional telescopes will be set up depending on the size of the group

Request group booking

Construction	Custom-made single construction
Diameter	61 cm
Year of manufacture	1996
Country of manufacture	Italy

Voucher Tickets

Observatory visits

Individual admission

Small observatory program for groups

Extensive observatory program for groups