Why go
The building makes Swiss federal politics visible in the capital. Hans Auer’s design places the National Council and Council of States on either side of the Hall of the Dome. Its central mosaic pairs the federal arms with the cantonal arms as they stood when the building opened in 1902, including a telling later addition for Jura.
What to look for
- The dome marks the central hall between the two parliamentary chambers.
- In the dome mosaic, the federal arms sit among the cantonal arms of 1902.
- Jura’s later coat of arms appears outside the original mosaic.
Useful to know
- See the façade as part of a central Bern walk.
- For the interior, check the parliament’s official tour calendar and booking rules before building your day around it.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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