At the Botanical Garden, you can travel around the world in an afternoon, at least from a botanical point of view, from the steamy tropics, over the central-Asian steppes, through the aromatic Mediterranean region and shady jungles of east Asia, and all the way back to the cool Alpine breezes.
More than 5,500 types of plants from all over the world are on display on the slopes beside the Aare river near Altenberg. While walking through the centerpiece of the garden, the Alpinum, which covers the Pyrenees, Alps, Balkans, Caucasus, Himalayas and Rocky Mountains, you will discover over 1,500 plant species along the path.
If you take the small trails that lead through the lush growth in the Alpinum, you will also find yourself on an interesting journey through native vegetation. You will encounter diverse Swiss flora, for example, discover rare species and feel that you have been transported to an idyllic mountain setting.

A visit to Bern’s Botanical Garden is worthwhile for all plant lovers and those who want to become one and is also a great destination for families, romantically inclined couples and wanderlust-stricken souls.
Six greenhouses are open to the public and are home to plants from different climate zones, divided into regions and plant species. In addition to the Mediterranean and steppe regions, orchids, palm trees, ferns and succulents each have their own building. In the steamy Palm House, you can experience a vibrant rain forest with all your senses. With a little luck, a practiced eye will be able to spot beautifully colored butterflies or ripening pineapples.
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Opening times for Café Fleuri
May–September Daily and in all types of weather 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. April and October Only when the weather is nice November–March Winter break -
Visitor info
The BOGA is open 365 days a year. Admission is free.
Opening times
Greenhouses 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Gardens October–February 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
March–September 8:00 a.m.–5:30 p.mCafé Fleuri May–September 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
April and October only when the weather is niceDetailed program can be found at: www.botanischergarten.ch (in German only).
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