Zentrum Paul Klee

About

Zentrum Paul Klee in Bern is a world-class museum dedicated to the life and work of Swiss artist Paul Klee. Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, the building’s wave-like structure blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape, creating a unique cultural space. The museum houses the largest collection of Klee’s works, with around 4,000 pieces displayed in rotating exhibitions that explore different themes and artistic movements. In addition to its art collections, Zentrum Paul Klee offers concerts, readings, and educational programs, making it a dynamic hub for creativity. The museum also features the Kindermuseum Creaviva, where children can engage in hands-on artistic activities inspired by Klee’s techniques. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, interactive exhibits, and a café with scenic views. Easily accessible from central Bern, the museum provides an immersive experience for art lovers and those interested in modernist masterpieces.

Bern Switzerland

Location

Zentrum Paul Klee is located at Monument im Fruchtland 3, on the eastern outskirts of Bern, Switzerland, about 2.8 kilometers from the city center. Designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, the museum is easily reached by bus no. 12 from Bern main station, which takes about 20 minutes to the terminus at the museum’s north entrance. The building’s distinctive wave-like structure blends into the landscape and houses the world’s largest collection of works by Paul Klee—around 4,000 pieces—as well as spaces for exhibitions, concerts, and educational activities. Nearby, you’ll find the Schosshalden Cemetery and Restaurant Schöngrün, and the museum is set in a green area ideal for a stroll. The location is a short trip from Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Bern Historical Museum, and the Bundeshaus (Swiss Parliament), making it easy to combine a visit to Zentrum Paul Klee with other major cultural and historical sites in the Swiss capital.