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About this place
Lysser Aussichtsturm is a lookout tower in the forest above Lyss, in the Seeland region of the canton of Bern, Switzerland. It rises 38 metres on the Kreuzhöhe hill, and its platform opens onto both the Jura and the Alps. For a short outing from Lyss it is a rewarding goal.
Where does the tower come from?
The tower dates from 2009 and was built to mark the 1000th anniversary of the Lyss community. A local association, the Verein Lysser Aussichtsturm, worked with the forest corporation Personalwaldkorporation Lyss to put it up. Local businesses and private donors paid for it. It was inaugurated on 12 December 2009, which closed the town's anniversary year.
The area has a sister tower, the Chutzenturm, on the highest point of the Frienisberg ridge. Visiting both makes a neat weekend of views.
What can you see from the top?
The platform gives a full 360-degree panorama. To the north-west the Jura chain stretches along the horizon, while the Bernese Alps line up to the south and south-east. Below you lie Lyss and the surrounding farmland of the Seeland. Sources disagree on the hill's elevation, quoting anything from roughly 500 to 560 m above sea level, so treat any single figure with care.
When is the best time to go?
Early morning is the highlight, when fog fills the valley over Lyss and the tower stands above it. Late evening is the other favourite, as the sun sets behind the Jura. Valley fog is more common in colder months, which raises the odds of that scene. Bring a camera and a warm layer, since the platform is exposed.
How do you get there?
The tower stands in woodland away from any buildings, so walking is the way to reach it. Komoot describes the surrounding forest as popular for walks and circular routes. Sturdy shoes are enough. Carry water and snacks, because there are no shops on the trail. The tower's coordinates are about 47.082 N, 7.310 E.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is the Lysser Aussichtsturm?
It is 38 metres tall.
When was it built?
In 2009, for the 1000th anniversary of Lyss. The opening ceremony took place on 12 December 2009.
What can you see from it?
A full panorama of the Jura, the Bernese Alps and the town of Lyss in the valley below.
Is there a similar tower nearby?
Yes. The Chutzenturm on the top of the Frienisberg is regarded as its sister tower.
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