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Schweizer Schützenmuseum Bern

Schweizer Schützenmuseum Bern
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The Schweizer Schützenmuseum Bern, founded in 1885 after the Eidgenössisches Schützenfest, is dedicated to preserving Switzerland’s rich shooting tradition. Located in the heart of Bern, the museum showcases one of the country’s most significant collections related to shooting sports, including historical weapons, trophies, flags, and rare documents. It explores the evolution of marksmanship as a cultural practice, competitive sport, and Olympic discipline. Currently undergoing renovations, the museum will reopen in autumn 2025 with a redesigned permanent exhibition featuring interactive stations, multimedia displays, and a family-friendly discovery path. This revitalized space will offer visitors an engaging journey through the social, technical, and symbolic dimensions of Swiss shooting heritage.

Bern Switzerland
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Schweizer Schützenmuseum Bern is located at Bernastrasse 5, 3005 Bern, Switzerland. The museum showcases the history of Swiss shooting, with collections dating back to 1885, including trophies, historical documents, photographic material from shooting festivals and competitions, flags, and special weapons. It vividly illustrates the tradition and development of Swiss shooting sports since the founding of the Swiss Shooting Association in 1824. Visitors can even test their marksmanship on a historic air rifle range. The museum is situated in Bern’s Kirchenfeld district, a culturally rich and accessible area. Nearby, visitors can explore a variety of other cultural sites, green spaces, and the scenic Aare River. The location is well-connected to public transport and close to Bern's historic city center, making it convenient for those interested in Swiss heritage and tradition to include the museum in a broader tour of Bern’s cultural attractions.

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