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🐻 BärenPark (Bear Park)
Modern habitat for Bern's heraldic bears on the Aare River


🕐 2 min read · Updated 2 Apr 2026 at 16:41
📋 Fast Facts
  • Located on the eastern bank of the Aare River at the edge of Bern's Old City
  • Opened in 2009 as a modern expansion of the 16th-century Bärengraben (Bear Pit)
  • Covers approximately 6,000 square meters with natural terrain, dens, and river access
  • Free admission; outdoor park accessible 24/7

The BärenPark in Bern is a modern habitat for the city's resident bears, combining conservation with public access ...

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