Zollikofen · Switzerland
Bern Switzerland Temple
DedicatedReference record
- Announced
- July 1, 1952
- Groundbreaking
- August 5, 1953
- Dedicated
- September 11, 1955
- Rededicated
- October 23, 1992
Overview
Bern Switzerland Temple is in Zollikofen, Switzerland. It was announced on July 1, 1952. Ground was broken on August 5, 1953. It was dedicated on September 11, 1955 by David O. McKay.
Reference record. This page shows the verified milestones and measurements currently in our research dataset.
Timeline
- July 1, 1952Announced
- August 5, 1953GroundbreakingDavid O. McKay
- September 11, 1955DedicatedBy David O. McKay
- October 8, 1992 – October 17, 1992Public open house
- October 23, 1992RededicatedBy Gordon B. Hinckley
8 scheduled maintenance closures are recorded between 2025 and 2027. Closure schedules change; confirm on the official site before visiting.
Architecture & details
| Elevation above sea level | 1,878 feet |
|---|---|
| Height | 140 feet |
| Order of dedication | 9th temple dedicated |
| Ordinance rooms | 1 baptistry · 4 instruction · 7 sealing |
| Site area | 7 acres |
| Floor area | 35,546 square feet |
Facilities (as of October 22, 2026; these change): Distribution center · Temple clothing rental · Patron housing
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