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Housing & mobility

What is the best way to go about finding accommodation? What do you need to bear in mind when hiring domestic staff? How do you travel throughout Switzerland by public transport with just one click and where do you need to exchange your foreign driving license? We can help you!

The picture shows a modern red tram under an impressive glass structure in Bern, surrounded by waiting passengers, conveying a lively and dynamic urban atmosphere.

Living

Are you moving away from Bern and want to hand over your apartment or house? Or have you just moved to Bern and are looking for a place to stay? We will be happy to forward offers to you. Apartment advertisements are also published on X @_IBWD.

Apartments & Houses

Inspect the property in person to avoid becoming a victim of abuse and because apartments can generally only be terminated after 12 months.


Selection of providers of furnished and/or temporary flats

Applying for an apartment

Procedure for a flat application including insurance and rent deposit.


All around the house

Important information on gas, electricity, water and waste disposal in Bern.


Bank & Telecom

Important information about banks, telephone, internet and TV in Bern.


Mobility

Distances are short in Bern, often perfect for getting from A to B on foot. If you do need to go faster, do it as the locals do and pedal – fresh air and the best views included. Would you prefer to get to your destination in a relaxed manner? No problem, thanks to our dense and very reliable public transport network.


Means of transport

Find out more about the wide range of transport options in and around Bern.


SBB Half Fare Travelcard

Did you know that with an SBB Half Fare Travelcard you can use all public transport in Switzerland (with a few exceptions such as certain mountain railroads) at half price for one year?

EasyRide

Through the whole of Switzerland with just one swipe? With the EasyRide function of the SBB app, you no longer have to worry about finding the right ticket. No matter how long or how far you are traveling: Select the "EasyRide" function when you set off and at the end of the day the app will automatically calculate the cheapest fare.


Car & Driving License

Vehicles

Learn more about cars and insurance.


Safety & regulations

Find out more about the regulations that apply when using the roads in and around Bern.


Driving licence & driving schools

Find out more about learning to drive.


Parking

Find out more about the various car parking options in and around Bern.