MSFS scenery

MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery

Bern, Switzerland comes alive with high-resolution photogrammetry in Microsoft Flight Simulator, revealing the UNESCO-listed Altstadt, the Aare’s sweeping bends, and the city’s distinctive skyline with true-to-life scale. Handcrafted landmark preservation, refined terrain and DEM corrections, and improved vegetation blending deliver cleaner elevation transitions and more natural urban-to-rural detail.

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Switzerland

Flight Simulator 2020 Flight Simulator 2024

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A densely built city with winding rivers, surrounded by forests and agricultural fields, is viewed from a high-altitude overhead perspective.

A dense suburban area with numerous residential buildings and tree-lined streets sits adjacent to open fields and a large forested hill.

A dense cityscape with red-tiled rooftops is intersected by a winding river and multiple large arched bridges surrounded by greenery.

A dense urban area with numerous apartment buildings is surrounded by forested hills and green fields under a partly cloudy sky.

A small single-engine aircraft flies directly above a densely packed old town with orange rooftops bordered by a winding river and bridges.

A large soccer stadium with a bright green field sits near a cluster of city buildings and sports facilities, surrounded by greenery.

Aerial view shows a landscape of patchwork fields, dense forests, winding rivers, and clusters of small towns under scattered clouds.

A sprawling urban area with red-roofed buildings, a large circular structure, and a river bordered by trees extends toward distant hills.

Aerial view shows a sprawling town with clusters of houses, green fields, intersecting roads, and patches of dense forest.

A large city with dense orange-roofed buildings and a winding river is shown under a dramatic sky with scattered clouds.

A sprawling city with dense red-roofed buildings is divided by a winding river and several bridges under a partly cloudy sky.

A small amphibious aircraft flies above a densely built city with winding streets and a river curving through the center.

A large communications tower stands on a forested hilltop with patchwork fields and a sprawling town visible in the background.

Aerial view shows a cityscape with clusters of red-roofed buildings, several tall office towers, and green fields under a partly cloudy sky.

Aerial view shows a densely built city center with a winding river, surrounded by green hills and scattered clouds in the distance.

A cockpit view shows aircraft instruments in the foreground and a detailed cityscape with a winding river and bridges below.

A cityscape with illuminated streets and buildings is shown at dusk, featuring a river and several bridges in the foreground.

A single-runway airport with taxiways and apron is surrounded by green fields, with a river and a town in the distance.

A winding river flows between tree-covered banks with scattered farm buildings and a residential area extending toward distant city buildings.

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Expert Overview

The MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery add-on takes you on an immersive aerial tour of one of Switzerland’s most historically rich cities. By integrating advanced photogrammetry and carefully preserving handcrafted architecture, it offers a remarkably detailed recreation of Bern’s old town, river Aare, and surrounding terrain. This update-ready mod leverages DEM corrections for smoother elevation and blends vegetation seamlessly around iconic landmarks, creating an authentic Swiss environment that feels both vibrant and true-to-life.

Seasoned sim pilots will appreciate how pinpoint GPS positioning and terrain refinements enhance the accuracy of flights across Bern’s cityscape. Larger airports like Bern Airport (LSZB) provide convenient access to explore the city’s photorealistic layout, while smaller fields such as Grenchen Airport (LSZG) offer a more intimate approach to its charming historic core. From my long experience in the flight simulation industry, I find this mod breathes life into Bern’s diverse architecture and scenic vistas, making it a delightful addition for virtual aviators seeking a more genuine Swiss flying adventure.

Embark on a detailed virtual journey over the historic city of Bern, Switzerland, in Microsoft Flight Simulator with the MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery add-on. Bern, known as the federal city and the de facto capital of Switzerland, now unfolds beneath your wings with striking realism and precision.

Overview

Integrating advanced photogrammetry, this add-on enriches your flight experience with a faithful recreation of Bern's landscape and architecture. Photogrammetry, a process of using photographic images to measure and map environments, ensures that every building, street, and natural feature in Bern mirrors its real-world counterpart.

The scenery captures the essence of Bern's rich history and contemporary charm. From the UNESCO World Heritage-listed old town, Altstadt, to the panoramic river Aare that enfolds the city, this add-on paints a vivid and accurate representation of Bern's unique geography and urban layout.

Main Features

Realistic Depiction: Utilizes photogrammetry data from Google Maps for a true-to-life visual experience.
Preserved Handcrafted Buildings: Integration with MS/Asobo's handcrafted buildings enhances the overall fidelity and detail.
Accurate Terrain: Adjustments in elevation and terrain data, especially noticeable in areas like tennis courts.
Improved Vegetation: Enhanced blending and integration of vegetation for a more natural environment.
DEM (Digital Elevation Model) Corrections: Addressed issues with DEM to ensure a more consistent and realistic landscape.
Geographical Accuracy: Precise GPS coordinates (46° 56? 53? N, 7° 26? 51? E) situate the scenery accurately within the simulator.

Version History

The add-on has evolved through various iterations, each enhancing and refining the user experience:

v1.0: Initial release
v1.1: Preservation of MS/Asobo handcrafted buildings
v1.2: Elevation adjustments in certain areas
v1.3: Improved vegetation blending and height data
v1.4: Further integration of vegetation and DEM corrections

Exploring Bern: Suggested Airports

To fully immerse in the Bern scenery, consider these nearby airports for takeoff or landing:

Bern Airport (LSZB): Conveniently located close to the city, offering an ideal starting point to explore Bern's photogrammetry scenery.
Grenchen Airport (LSZG): A smaller regional airport, perfect for general aviation enthusiasts, situated a short flight away from Bern.

Installation

Installing the MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery is straightforward. Users need to download the file and extract the archive. Once extracted, copy the xxxxx folder into the Community folder of Microsoft Flight Simulator.

Credits

This scenery owes its existence to the collaborative efforts of Microsoft and Asobo for creating the exceptional MSFS platform. Additionally, credit for the 3D data goes to Google, extracted using the Google Earth Decoder tool.

With its meticulous attention to detail, the MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery add-on invites pilots to explore the beauty and history of Bern from a new perspective. It's a testament to the power of community-driven development in enhancing the flight simulation experience.

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File information

Filename

msfs-bern-ch-photo.zip

File size

2.87 GB

Virus scan

Clean (scanned with ClamAV)

Access

Freeware

Content rating

Everyone

Download speed: Free tier is capped at 2 Mbps (this file takes approximately 3h 26m at the cap). PRO members download at full line speed.

This is a freeware file — use is subject to our freeware copyright terms.

How to install this mod

MSFS scenery

Extract the downloaded archive

Use 7-Zip (free) or WinRAR to extract the ZIP to a temporary folder. Don't install while still zipped — the simulator can't read inside ZIP files.
Locate your MSFS Community folder

All MSFS add-ons live in the Community folder. Microsoft Store / Game Pass version: %LOCALAPPDATA%\Packages\Microsoft.FlightSimulator_8wekyb3d8bbwe\LocalCache\Packages\Community\. Steam version: %APPDATA%\Microsoft Flight Simulator\Packages\Community\. Tip: enable Developer Mode in MSFS to see your exact Community folder path.
Copy the scenery package into Community

Drag the extracted scenery folder into your Community folder. Photogrammetry and large mesh packs can be 1GB+ — ensure you have disk space.
Restart MSFS

Close MSFS completely and relaunch. The new content appears in the Content Manager, on the World Map, or in the aircraft/livery selector.
Always read the included readme

Every mod ships with a readme.txt or README file. It tells you exactly where files go, what dependencies are needed, and any quirks specific to this add-on.

About the developer

Thalixte

Thalixte is a developer that has focused on creating photogrammetry and scenery packs for the latest Microsoft Flight Simulator (MSFS) 2020 release. All of this developer's releases have received fantastic feedback from many users on various flight sim websites including Fly Away Simulation.

Based in France, the developer tends to focus on creation of European packs however some "further afield" packs have also been created.

Enjoyed this mod? Thalixte released it as freeware. Consider donating to support future projects.

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MSFS Bern Photogrammetry Scenery

Images & Screenshots

Expert Overview

Overview

Main Features

Version History

Exploring Bern: Suggested Airports

Installation

Credits

Ready to download Bern Photogrammetry Scenery?

File information

How to install this mod

Extract the downloaded archive

Locate your MSFS Community folder

Copy the scenery package into Community

Restart MSFS

Always read the included readme

Thalixte

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