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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.

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!

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Zwei Frauen unterhalten sich auf einer Brücke vor einer malerischen Kulisse. Ihre entspannten, lächelnden Gesichter und die sonnige, grüne Umgebung vermitteln eine Atmosphäre der Freundschaft und Gelassenheit.
Interview Doris Frick, Botschaft Fürstentum Lichtenstein
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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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Further activities of the international community

International cuisine in Gross-Wabern

For the second time, the restaurant Gross-Wabern organized a culinary week in collaboration with an embassy based in Bern. Together with the restaurant, the embassy develops and cooks a menu so that the local community can discover the diverse and authentic cuisine of the respective country over the course of a week.

The picture shows a cheerful group of kitchen staff and guests in a restaurant kitchen. Everyone is smiling and giving a thumbs-up, which radiates an atmosphere of satisfaction and pride in the work they have done together.
The picture shows a relaxed and sociable atmosphere in an outdoor area of a restaurant. People are enjoying the beautiful weather, sitting at tables under parasols and listening to a live music performance. The scene radiates cosiness and joy.

Latin American food & culture festival

Every year, the Latin American culture and food festival sets up its tents and food trucks on Münsterplatz. In addition to typical local dishes, there is live music, traditional crafts and, above all, a great atmosphere!

The picture shows dancers in traditional Latin American dress performing passionately on a stage. The colourful costumes and the cheerful charisma of the dancer convey a lively and festive atmosphere.
Latinoamerica Festival 2023 on the Münsterplatz
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The picture shows an energetic performance of traditional Mexican dances at a festival. Dancers in vibrant costumes swing their skirts in front of an enthusiastic crowd, framed by international flags and historic architecture.
Latinoamerica Festival 2023 on the Münsterplatz
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The picture shows a lively scene at a street festival in Bern, where visitors stroll between numerous market stalls. The atmosphere is exuberant and people are enjoying the sunny weather and the cultural diversity.
Latinoamerica Festival 2023 on the Münsterplatz
© Latinoamerica Fest
The picture shows a lively street festival with a cheerful crowd of people standing amidst colourful market stalls on a historic square. The atmosphere is exuberant and friendly, ideal for a cultural and food festival.
Latinoamerica Festival 2023 on the Münsterplatz
© Latinoamerica Fest
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