Holligen Castle, Berne

Name: Holligen Castle
Address: 44-46 Holligenstrasse, Berne, Switzerland

#42 among attractions in Berne

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Holligen Castle is a castle in the municipality of Bern of the Canton of Bern in Switzerland. It is a Swiss heritage site of national significance. ()

Local name: Schloss Holligen Built: 1500 (524 years ago)Coordinates: 46°56'37"N, 7°25'7"E

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44-46 HolligenstrasseMattenhof-Weissenbühl (Holligen)Berne Switzerland

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Holligen Castle – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bundesplatz, Kunstmuseum, Society for Art History in Switzerland, Church of the Holy Ghost.

1.2 miE
Square
Bundesplatz, Berne
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Switzerland's capital, Bundesplatz is a central square that epitomizes the harmony of historical significance and contemporary civic life in Berne. This expansive plaza, bordered by the Bundeshaus, Switzerland's Federal Palace, serves as a grand...
1.3 miNE
Museum, Art museum
Kunstmuseum, Berne
33 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Switzerland's capital, the Kunstmuseum Bern stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic excellence. This distinguished institution is not only the oldest art museum in Switzerland with a permanent collection but also a pivotal site that...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Art museum
Society for Art History in Switzerland, Berne
24 min walk • Nestled within the historic city of Berne, the Society for Art History in Switzerland stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and scholarly pursuit. This institution is dedicated to the study and appreciation of Swiss art history, offering a treasure trove of knowledge...
1.1 miE
Church, Baroque architecture
Church of the Holy Ghost, Berne
28 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berne, the Church of the Holy Ghost is a revered architectural gem and a place of spiritual significance. This historic church stands out with its imposing structure and has been a staple of the city's skyline for centuries.
1.3 miE
Fountain, Vernacular architecture
Anna-Seiler-Brunnen, Berne
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Berne, the capital city of Switzerland, the Anna-Seiler-Brunnen is a historical fountain that combines utility with a rich narrative. This fountain, a testament to the city's medieval past, is not just a source of water but also a monument...
0.9 miE
46°56'52"N • 7°26'11"E
Welle7, Berne
23 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.6 miW
Temple, Civic center, Sacred and religious sites
House of Religions, Berne
16 min walk • The House of Religions - Dialogue of Cultures is a Swiss inter-religious institution in the city of Bern in Switzerland that houses worship rooms for eight faiths in one single building.
1.1 miE
Museum
Kinemathek Bern, Berne
30 min walk • The Lichtspiel / Kinemathek Bern is a film archive in Bern, Switzerland. In summer 2000, cinema technician Walter A. Ritschard took care of the Lichtspiel, an old cinematographic collection, and from this a regional film archive was developed.
1.2 miE
Music venue, Nightlife, Concert hall
Dampfzentrale, Berne
32 min walk • The Dampfzentrale is a cultural centre and music venue and former fossil fuel power plant in Bern, Switzerland. The power plant was built in 1904 by architect Eduard Joos on behalf of the municipal authorities. Its coal boilers were complemented with diesel generators in 1924.
1.2 miE
Forts and castles
Holländerturm, Berne
32 min walk • The Holländerturm is a former defensive tower in the old city of Bern in Switzerland. It is part of the UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site of the Old City of Bern.
1.2 miE
Observation decks and towers, View point
Käfigturm, Berne
32 min walk • The Käfigturm is a medieval tower in Bern, Switzerland. It is part of the UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site of the Old City of Bern and the tower is a Cultural Property of National Significance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Holligen Castle?

Nearby attractions include House of Religions, Berne (16 min walk), Bundeskunstsammlung, Berne (22 min walk), St. Paul's Church, Berne (22 min walk), Society for Art History in Switzerland, Berne (24 min walk).

How to get to Holligen Castle by public transport?

The nearest stations to Holligen Castle:

Bus

Loryplatz • Lines: 17, M98 (4 min walk)
Huberstrasse • Lines: 31 (5 min walk)

Tram

Loryplatz • Lines: 7, 8 (4 min walk)
Schlossmatte • Lines: 7, 8 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Holligen • Lines: 12 (6 min walk)
Inselspital • Lines: 12 (11 min walk)

Train

Bern Europaplatz (15 min walk)
Bern Weissenbühl (20 min walk)

Light rail

Bern RBS • Lines: Re, S7, S8, S9 (28 min walk)