Volkshaus Bern
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Why go
- Eduard Boss’s 1913–1914 mural Der Redner, created for the former Unionssaal.
- The rooftop terrace, with snacks, drinks and views over Bern’s rooftops.
Opening hours
Today06:30 – 23:30Show all
Good to know
Atmosphere
- The contemporary interior takes its cues from the building’s Art Nouveau façade.
- Private dining is available.
Booking a table
- Reserve a table through Foratable.
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History
Around 1919, the building housed a library, cinema, bathhouse, two restaurants, a hairdresser and a shoe shop. The public baths closed in 1972.
- 1893The original Volkshaus opened as Switzerland’s oldest Volkshaus and a meeting place for organized workers in Bern.
- 1914Architect Otto Ingold’s new reinforced-concrete building opened, replacing the earlier hall.
- 1915Lenin met Bolshevik delegates in February. In September, Lenin and socialists from warring countries met at Zeughausgasse. An international socialist women’s and youth conference also took place here.
- 1918The Olten Action Committee called for a protest strike here, preceding the nationwide general strike.
- late 1970sMost of the 1914 building was demolished. The Zeughausgasse façade and the oriel building above Schützengässchen survived.
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- 1981The building was renamed Hotel Bern.
- 23 August 2013The restaurant and bar reopened as Volkshaus 1914 after a 53-day renovation.
How to get there
- On footZeughausgasse 9, Bern, 3011.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
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- Website
- volkshausbern.ch/
- Phone
- +41 31 329 22 33
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Questions and answers
What are Volkshaus Bern’s opening hours?
Monday to Saturday, 06:30–23:30; Sunday, 07:00–22:30.
Can I hold an event at Volkshaus Bern?
The restaurant and Hotel Bern offer venues for banquets and seminars.
Can I view Volkshaus Bern’s menus?
Evening menu, aperitif menu and wine list.
How can I contact Volkshaus Bern?
Call +41 31 329 22 33.
Why is it called Volkshaus 1914?
The name refers to the Volkshaus opened in 1914 as a meeting place for everyone.
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