Saint Nicholas and Schmutzli in front of the Kulm building
Saint Nicholas and Schmutzli sitting in front of the Kulm building
Children recite a verse to St. Nicholas
Saint Nicholas and his helper walk through the snow

St. Nicholas Saturday

Christmas greetings from Bern's local mountain

Recite a Christmas tale to Santa Claus

Visit Samichlous and Schmutzli on Saturday, December 7, from 12:00 to 4:00 pm on the Gurten.
While Schmutzli makes his rounds through the park on the little train, Samichlous distributes gifts to the well-behaved children. Whether the little ones want to recite a verse, tell a secret or just take a photo with Santa Claus – the jolly old man has gifts for everyone: mandarins, nuts, chocolates and a nice souvenir photo with the photo booth.

The event will take place regardless of the weather. Registration is not required.

 
Venue:  Bahnhöfli and playground, Gurten – Park im Grünen
Date: Saturday, 7 December 2024
Time: 12 - 4 p.m.
Price: Free of charge
12 a.m.  4 p.m. St. Nicholas gives out gifts 

Getting here

The easiest way to find us. There are parking spaces right next to the Gurtenbahn funicular valley station.

More

A diagram with an overview of how best to get to the Gurten. By public transportation or car, the Gurten is ideally located.