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Museum Museum · Holiday region Interlaken · 558 m open today

Thun-Panorama

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Admire Marquard Wocher’s circular painting of the town of Thun
The oldest surviving circular painting in the world was painted by Marquard Wocher over 200 years ago. Admire the impressive feat of the Thun-Panorama in the heart of picturesque Schadau Park. The picture of art offers an intriguing insight into life in the town of Thun in the year 1814.

Fascinated by the Bernese Oberland, Basel-based artist Marquard Wocher created the first panorama of Switzerland. Rich in detail, the 38 m circular rendering of the small town of Thun surrounded by mountains is the oldest surviving circular painting in the world today. Children and adults alike are fascinated by the myriad stories told in this look-and-see picture. An audio guide provides background information on the painting in a couple of minutes.

Guided tours of the Thun-Panorama

Like to learn more about Marquard Wocher and his artwork on a guided tour? Register for the "Anna Maria Wocher and the Thun-Panorama" tour, in which the wife of Marquard Wocher entertainingly recounts the story of her husband. Alternatively, you can join a group tour of the Thun-Panorama led by a Thun City Guide or research assistant. Afterwards, treat yourself to a cold drink or a snack in the bistro of the Thun-Panorama.

Your highlights at a glance

  • Admire the world’s oldest surviving circular painting
  • Study the detail in the circular image of town of Thun, painted in 1814
  • Audio guides available in German, English, French and Swiss dialect
  • Enjoy a drink or snack in the bistro of the Thun-Panorama

To ensure that your trip is perfect in every way, please note

  • Check the opening times of the Thun-Panorama
  • Book the "Anna Maria Wocher and the Thun-Panorama" tour in advance
  • After visiting the Thun-Panorama, take a stroll through Schadau Park
  • Art museum Thun combined ticket available


Opening times

open today
Open Mar 01, 2026 through Nov 30, 2026 from Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun 11:00–17:00 .
Open Mar 01, 2027 through Nov 28, 2027 from Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun 11:00–17:00 .
March – November Tuesday to Sunday 11.00 – 17.00 h

Coordinates

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2'615'093E 1'177'185N
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46.745684, 7.636142
DMS
46°44'44.5"N 7°38'10.1"E
UTM
32T 395821 5177806
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