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The International Community

Get to know the international community and find out more about the activities in Bern that foster intercultural exchange.

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Christmas around the world

Over 90 countries are represented in Bern – including many that celebrate the festive season in December. We asked four countries from different continents how Christmas is celebrated in their home countries

Personalities

Do you know the international community in Bern? As part of our feature, one individual from the international community is introduced per infoletter. Discover the interesting personalities who enrich our federal city!

Discover the portraits

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Greening Embassies Network

Green resources for Bern: the Greening Embassies Network of Bern initiative shows how embassies can make a sustainable contribution to their host city. The network collectively seeks solutions and best practices on how the diplomatic community in Bern can positively influence its environmental impact.

Learn more about the Greening Embassies Network

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Activities of the international community

The international community contributes to the cultural exchange with the local population through various cultural events. Every year, numerous activities take place in and around Bern, providing the local population with cultural and culinary insights into different nations. Find out more about how the international community is involved in Bern.

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Ein Musikerduo begeistert das Publikum beim Buskers Festival in Bern. Der Gitarrist sitzt, die Kontrabassistin steht dynamisch, beide vor einer erfreuten Menschenmenge, die die sommerliche Abendluft und die lebendige Musik unter freiem Himmel geniesst. Die Stimmung ist ausgelassen und herzlich.

Events & activities

We organise events where you can get to know local activities and make new acquaintances.

Infoletter for the international community