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The Elfenau Estate had its heyday in the 19th century when it provided sanctuary to the Russian Grand Duchess Anna Feodorowna (1781 - 1860). In 1814 the émigré Grand Duchess acquired the Brunnadern Estate including the country house dating from 1735. In 1816 she officially registered the name Elfenau. The City of Bern acquired the Elfenau in 1918 and set up the Municipal Nurseries there.
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The bay, which was created when the course of the River Aare was adjusted in 1830, and the adjoining slope were declared a nature reserve in 1936 and today the area is regarded as the City of Bern's most popular local recreational zone. An extensive range of exotic plants is displayed at the show house of the Municipal Nurseries all year round.
In the Elfenau Baroque architecture, nature and culture come together in harmony. The exhibitions and cultural events featured in the Elfenau summer programs continue venue's previously established tradition as a place to meet and socialize. |
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Opening hours show house daily: 08h30 - 17h00
Directions
from main train station take bus no. 19 to "Willadingweg" stop
Admission
admission free
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