Einstein House
Bern
The Einstein House, located at Kramgasse 49 in Bern, Switzerland, is a museum housed in the apartment where Albert Einstein lived from 1903 to 1905 with his wife Mileva Marić and their son Hans. This flat on the second floor is preserved with period furniture to authentically represent the living conditions of Einstein during his time working at the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. It was here that Einstein developed and published his Annus Mirabilis papers, which introduced the theory of relativity and laid the foundation for modern physics. The museum also features exhibitions on Einstein's biography and scientific achievements on the third floor. Additionally, a smaller permanent Einstein exhibition is located at the Historical Museum of Bern. The Einstein House offers visitors a unique glimpse into the personal and professional life of one of history's greatest physicists in the very space where he made his groundbreaking discoveries.
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Tip: The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last entry at 4:45 p.m. It is advisable to book tickets online in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons. Discounts are available for students, pensioners, youth, Swiss Travel Pass holders, and families. The museum offers a video room for an enhanced visitor experience. Visiting in the shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) can provide a quieter experience.
Interesting facts
- •Albert Einstein wrote his groundbreaking Annus Mirabilis papers while living in this apartment from 1903 to 1905.
- •The apartment is furnished authentically to reflect early 20th-century living conditions.
- •A smaller permanent Einstein exhibition is located at the Historical Museum of Bern.
- •The Einstein House is situated on Bern's historic Kramgasse, a medieval street in the old town.
History
The Einstein House was the residence of Albert Einstein between 1903 and 1905 while he worked at the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property in Bern.
During this period, Einstein authored his revolutionary Annus Mirabilis papers, including the theory of relativity, fundamentally changing physics.
The apartment has been preserved and converted into a museum to commemorate his time in Bern, reflecting the living conditions of the early 20th century.
Over time, the museum has expanded to include exhibitions on his life and work, with an additional permanent exhibition housed at the Historical Museum of Bern.
Place Guide
Einstein's Apartment (Second Floor)1903-1905
This flat is preserved with period furniture to accurately depict Einstein's living environment during 1903-1905, offering insight into his personal life and working conditions.
Exhibition on Einstein's Biography and Work (Third Floor)
This exhibition presents a detailed overview of Einstein's life, scientific achievements, and the impact of his theories on modern physics.
Contact
Phone: 031 312 00 91
