The Rosengarten is a beautiful hillside park overlooking Bern Old Town, famous for its over 200 varieties of roses, 200 types of iris, and stunning panoramic views. Originally a cemetery until 1913, it was transformed into a public garden in 1913. The elevated position provides one of the best photo opportunities of the UNESCO Old Town with the Aare River loop and Alps in the background.
Free. Rose garden with beautiful view of Bern old town. Open 24/7
Late May to June for peak rose bloom. Sunset for magical light over the Old Town. Early morning for photography without crowds. Beautiful in all seasons but especially spectacular in summer.
Bus 10 from station to Rosengarten stop (7 minutes). Or walk up from Bear Park (10-15 minutes uphill). Best view of Old Town — postcard photos are taken from here. Free entry. Café-restaurant on site.
Expect a peaceful hillside garden with spectacular views of Bern entire Old Town, the Aare River loop, and distant Alps. In bloom season, hundreds of rose varieties create a colorful and fragrant paradise. Popular with locals for relaxation and tourists for the iconic Bern panorama.
Park free 24/7, open year-round. Best time for roses: May-July. Restaurant 09:00-23:30 daily. Panoramic view of Bern Old Town and Aare River. Bus #10 from station to Rosengarten stop (~7 min). Over 200 varieties of roses and irises.
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Absolutely! Even if roses are not in bloom, the panoramic view of Bern Old Town from this elevated garden is one of the best in the city. It is free, peaceful, and perfect for photos or a relaxing break.
Peak rose bloom is typically late May to June, though different varieties bloom throughout summer. The garden has over 200 rose varieties and 200 iris types, providing color from spring through autumn.
Useful tips for visiting Rose Garden (Rosengarten)
Combine with BärenPark visit - walk uphill through beautiful neighborhoods. The restaurant terrace is perfect for lunch with a view. Bring a picnic in summer to enjoy on the grass. Sunset here is magical for photographers.
Bus 10 from the station to Rosengarten stop (7 minutes). Or walk uphill from BärenPark (10-15 minutes). The walk offers beautiful views.
Expect a peaceful hillside garden with spectacular views of Bern entire Old Town, the Aare River loop, and distant Alps. In bloom season, hundreds of rose varieties create a colorful and fragrant paradise. Popular with locals for relaxation and tourists for the iconic Bern panorama.
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