Bern Top 10

Be it a relaxed springtime stroll, drinks on a sunny restaurant terrace, or an informative tour of Bern’s Old City – when it comes to excursions and experiences in the destination Bern, the possibilities are practically endless. Discover the variety.

The picture shows a group of four people standing at a large interactive table in the Museum of Communication in Bern. The table has an eye-catching design with a red surface and a green labyrinth in the centre. The visitors appear to be actively participating in the game or installation while holding drinks in their hands. In the background are other exhibits and information boards that deal with communication topics. The environment is modern and inviting, and the atmosphere is lively and stimulating, suggesting that visitors are having fun and learning at the same time.

Top 10 in Bern City

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Federal city, city of shopping, pleasure, culture: Bern is diverse and unique. Whether you’re looking for nature, cultural activities, or great food – this is the place for you.

The picture shows the Zytglogge, a landmark of the city of Bern in Switzerland. It is a medieval tower with a large clock that still works. A large Swiss flag flies in front of the tower and a few people can be seen on the street.

Zytglogge (Clock Tower)

Interested listeners on a city tour in the Mattequartier, Bern, with the historical backdrop and tower of Bern Cathedral in the background.

City Tours

Three puffins stand close together on a wooden beam, surrounded by delicate flowers and grasses, two of them almost touching, a picture of sociable bird life.

Two visitors are fascinated by the animals in Bern Zoo, Dählhölzli + BärenPark, surrounded by lush greenery, which conveys a feeling of discovery and closeness to nature.

Bern Animal Park, Dählhölzli + BearPark

Museum of Communication

A group of cheerful people and a dog swim and float on an inflatable boat on a river, against the backdrop of an impressive urban backdrop, conveying a sense of freedom and summer fun.

Aare

The picture shows two young women walking along a busy, historic shopping street. They are laughing and carrying shopping bags as they walk past traditional buildings and a decorative statue. Their winter clothes and the cheerful atmosphere convey a feeling of cosiness and joy.

Bernese Treasures

Three friends sit smiling at a café table, enjoying drinks and lively conversation. Sunlight fills the room, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The Best Cafés in Bern’s Old City

The image shows a group of actors on a theatre stage, against an immersive backdrop of the roaring sea. The mixture of everyday and historical clothing creates a sense of timelessness and universal human experience.

Cultural venues in the city of Bern

Grünes Band Bern (Bern's Green Belt)

It only takes nine minutes to get right into nature from Bern: this 59-kilometre-long thematic route connects the municipalities around Bern – the Swiss federal city and UNESCO World Heritage Site – and is a wonderful way to spend your free time.

The picture shows a wintry landscape with snow-covered trees and a deserted path leading through the snow. A lonely, snow-covered seat invites you to linger. The mood is peaceful, calm and clear, but also conveys a slight melancholy, as if nature is waiting for a change. The radiant sun breaking through the clouds adds a touch of hope and beauty to the scenery.

The picture shows a family looking out over the city of Bern in Switzerland from an observation tower. The family, consisting of two adults and two children, are wearing outdoor clothing and looking over the railing at the cityscape stretching out below them. The view includes residential areas, green fields and forests, as well as distant mountains under a cloudy sky. The location is the observation tower in Gurten Park in the countryside.

The Gurten, Bern’s Local Mountain

Top 10 in the Emmental Valley

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The Emmental cheese with its many holes is world-famous. But the beautiful valley has so much more to offer – it is a great escape for bike lovers and hiking enthusiasts, for example.

Two women relax on the banks of the Emme, with Burgdorf Castle towering majestically in the background. The natural beauty of the place invites you to linger and creates an atmosphere of serenity and enjoyment.

Excursion along the water in Burgdorf

Emmental Show Dairy

Herzschlaufe Gotthelf #699

The «Herzschlaufe Gotthelf» pays homage to the Emmental attitude to life and its famous poet Albert Bitzius, the village priest of Lützelflüh. So, let’s hit the trail and explore the region that inspired him so much 175 years ago.

The Franz Gertsch Museum in Burgdorf presents itself as a modern building made of concrete, whose clear lines and geometric shapes radiate a calm, almost meditative atmosphere. In contrast to the traditional building in the background, it conveys an impression of contemporary elegance and artistic simplicity.

The picture shows the Franz Gertsch Museum in Burgdorf, surrounded by young trees, which forms an invigorating contrast to the austere architecture of the museum. The interplay of nature and concrete conveys an atmosphere of tranquillity and cultural reflection under a clear sky.

Museum Franz Gertsch

Sensorium Rüttihubelbad

The picture shows the wellness area of the Romantikhotel Bären Dürrenroth with guests in bathrobes enjoying relaxation in a calm, warm atmosphere, surrounded by soft lighting and modern comfort.

The picture shows a modern wellness area in the Romantikhotel Bären Dürrenroth with an ice fountain and an atmospherically lit sauna that promises relaxation and refreshment.

Wellness in Bären

The sunset bathes Burgdorf Castle and the surrounding town in golden colours, creating a peaceful, picturesque scene.

The imposing Burgdorf Castle rises proudly on a rocky plateau under the blue sky, embodying cultural heritage and radiating calm permanence.

An Enchanting Castle in the City of Burgdorf

This is a charming picture of the Chüechlihus regional museum in Langnau, which showcases traditional Swiss architecture. The wooden structure with its deep, rich colour and characteristic balconies adorned with vibrant red flowers is very picturesque.

The picture shows a family discovering the village of Langnau through the "Play your way through Langnau" activity.

Play your way through Langnau im Emmental

A Kambly baking event full of joie de vivre: a group of children, dressed in red aprons, eagerly decorate biscuits under the attentive guidance of a smiling chef in a white chef's hat. The joy of creative endeavour is palpable.

Kambly Experience

Traditional Swiss farmhouses with characteristic wooden façades and flower boxes can be found in the Trubschachen Museum of Local History. The green hills in the background emphasise the idyllic and tranquil ambience, which offers insights into rural history.

In the warm atmosphere of the Trubschachen local history museum, enthusiastic visitors and a smiling guide demonstrate the historic craft of weaving. Surrounded by antique wooden interiors and illuminated by old windows, you can feel the connection with tradition.

Trubschachen Heritage Museum

Top 6 in the Gantrisch Nature Park

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Whether it's challenging yourself on the via ferrata, a bike tour on the winding roads, relaxed hiking with a fantastic view, or enjoying regional delicacies - the Gantrisch Nature Park leaves nothing to be desired.

The picture shows hikers on a via ferrata in the Gantrisch Nature Park. Surrounded by a sea of clouds, they climb the rocky path with visible determination and concentration, enjoying the vastness of nature. A sense of adventure and freedom pervades the scene.

The picture shows the angular peaks of the Gurnigel via ferrata under a clear blue sky. The sunny weather emphasises the ruggedness of the mountains and evokes feelings of freedom and adventure.

Gantrisch via ferrata

Gantrisch Legend Route

As the name suggests, the 64 kilometres of this e-bike route are legendary. Sometimes dwarves cross your path, sometimes mysterious horsemen, sometimes you ride through fairytale forests, sometimes you cross mystical gorges. Enjoy the fantastic regional products in farm and village shops, stop off at legendary country inns or spend the night under the stars.

This picture captures the joy of a family on a summer toboggan run near Schwarzsee. The child's beaming smile and the mother's satisfied expression as they glide down the slope reflect the carefree enjoyment against the backdrop of the idyllic lake and the rolling hills.

The picture shows a child throwing himself down a summer toboggan run full of joy and concentration. The dynamism and vibrant greenery of the surroundings convey a sense of adventure and childlike enthusiasm.

Summer Toboggan Run, Schwarzsee

Two mountain bikers enjoy their tour on a panoramic trail in the Gantrisch Nature Park. A flower glows in the foreground, with majestic mountains stretching out behind it. The scene is characterised by joy and the splendour of spring.

Mountain Bike Trails in Bern

The picture shows a man carrying a child on his shoulders. They appear to be watching a fantastic scene in which a dragon lands on a rock. The surroundings are idyllic and green, and the child's excitement and wonder are palpable. It is a moment of wonder and imagination.

The picture shows a metal dragon sculpture perched gracefully on a rock, surrounded by lively green trees. The sculpture catches the light and appears as a silent guardian of the forest, creating a mystical and mesmerising atmosphere.

Schwarzsee Witch’s Trail (Häxewääg)

A cyclist on a gravel bike explores the Belpberg, with the snow-capped Alpine peaks in the background providing a spectacular backdrop. The scene radiates tranquillity and the joy of exploring nature on two wheels, while the warm light conveys a sense of spring awakening.

Gravel Bike Routes in Bern

Top 10 in Oberaargau

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Quaint villages, idyllic lakes, and historic buildings – the Oberaargau region is worth getting to know. It offers all kinds of fun adventures and pretty destinations.

The picture shows an empty theatre stage from the perspective of an actor, surrounded by magnificent green seats and elegant white ornaments. The lighting sets the stage spectacularly, creating anticipation for the curtain call.

Langenthal Municipal Theater

The picture shows a peaceful forest path, marked by a sign for the "Amiet-Hesse-Weg". Sunlight filters through the trees and creates an inviting, tranquil atmosphere, ideal for a reflective walk in nature.

The photo shows an information board on the Amiet Hesse Trail near Mutzgraben. Such information boards provide hikers with interesting facts about the surroundings, the local flora and fauna, historical facts or about important personalities and events.

Amiet-Hesse-Way

The picture shows a brunch arrangement with various dishes: A muesli with fresh fruit, a poached egg with hollandaise sauce on spinach and bread, waffles with bananas and bacon and an avocado and salmon toast. A drink is in the foreground and a clipboard labelled "BÄREN BISTROT" is partially visible.

Brunch at the Bären in Langenthal

The photo shows a group of people in an art gallery, apparently in the Kunsthaus Langenthal. They appear to be engrossed in a conversation about the works on display.

Kunsthaus Langenthal (art house)

A man with a sunny smile sits on the riverbank in the centre of Langenthal while talking to a woman in bright yellow. With her back to the viewer, they share a seemingly cheerful and light-hearted conversation.

Excursion along the water in Langenthal

Hohwacht Observation Tower

The photo shows the idyllic Lake Burgäschi, embedded in a natural landscape with dense forest and a calm water surface.

The picture shows a peaceful evening at Lake Burgäschi in Aeschi. People relax on the shore as the sun sets behind the trees and casts long shadows on the bright green grass. A sense of calm and serenity pervades this summer scene by the water.

Lake of Burgäschi

The Mutzbach Falls, captured in a beautiful photo. The masses of water cascade down powerfully here, surrounded by moss-covered rocks and a hint of sunlight breaking through the canopy of leaves, giving the water an almost magical glow.

The picture shows the idyllic barbecue site at the Mutzbach Falls in Riedtwil in a green, lively valley. A wooden plaque in the foreground presents a dedication or information, while in the background two people appear to be busy around a fireplace, perhaps preparing for a meal. A simple wooden shelter in the right-hand section of the picture offers protection and storage space for firewood.

Adventure trail Mutzbachfall

The picture shows a family on a scooter tour along an idyllic country lane. A clear sky and the sunny landscape create a cheerful and relaxed atmosphere. The colourful helmets show their care for safety and enjoyment of the shared experience.

The picture shows three people on scooters in a meadow, enjoying a sweeping view. The group seems to pause to admire the view, creating a calm and peaceful atmosphere. The open landscape and the soft green of the surroundings suggest a relaxing break on their tour.

Ahornalp – Huttwil scooter fun

An illuminated outdoor pool shines in mystical blue at night, surrounded by modern architecture and wafts of mist, a picture of tranquillity and relaxation in the AquArenA wellness area.

The interior of a sauna with light-coloured wood and calming lighting, the stove ready for the next infusion ceremony. Invitingly empty, it promises warmth and well-being, a quiet place to relax.

AquArenA Sport + Wellness

Top 6 in Laupen

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The charming atmosphere of this town stems from its skillfully crafted arcades, medieval half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and picturesque castle that take visitors on an architectural journey to the past.

Zeitreise im Schloss Laupen

A peaceful oasis: the confluence of the Saane and Sense rivers near Laupen, where the glistening water and rustling leaves invite you to relax.

Saane-Sense-Spitz natural bathing area

Time loop Laupen

The 31-kilometre circular tour invites you to reflect on time and immerse yourself in the eventful history of the region. In addition to the charming restaurants along the route, the picturesque castle offers a good opportunity to forget the time. True to the motto "nume nid gsprängt" (just don't hurry).