Activities
In the mood for an e-bike tour along the cycling tour 888 – Grünes Band Bern, a spring stroll to the Rosengarten to see (and smell) the roses, or an excursion to one of the capital’s most exciting playgrounds? The city and region Bern offers all kinds of activities and experiences for nature lovers.
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Fancy more animal encounters? Then be sure to pay a visit to Bern Animal Park, Dählhölzli.
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If you spend the night in Bern, you receive a Bern Ticket. It allows you to use public transport for free in the entire city, including the Gurten funicular.
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Cherry Blossoms at the Rose GardenFor a few days each spring, the Rosengarten celebrates “la vie en rose”: around the end of March, the delicate blossoms of the Japanese cherry trees turn a part of the park into a sea of pink. Here’s how to make sure you know when the buds open and the magic begins.Cherry Blossoms at the Rose GardenMore
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The most beautiful walks in the city and region of BernAre you feeling like exploring the region on a relaxed stroll? Whether by the water in the Oberaargau, on Bern’s beloved local mountain, or through the forest in the Emmental valley: here are our favourite routes in Bern.The most beautiful walks in the city and region of BernMore
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Top 5: Best views in the city of BernWhere can I find a beautiful view in Bern to take souvenir photos or enjoy the sunset? We know the five best spots for breathtaking panoramic views of the city’s rooftops and the peaks of the Bernese Oberland.Top 5: Best views in the city of BernMore
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The Best Views in the Bern RegionViews of the beautiful Gantrisch range, the Swiss capital, or the world-famous mountain triumvi-rate Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau in the Bernese Oberland – there are so many scenic points with spectacular views in and of the Bern region. Here are our favourites.The Best Views in the Bern RegionMore
Eating and drinking
Are you tired of root vegetables? Fortunately, an increasingly diverse selection of regional products can be found at Bern’s weekly farmer’s markets now that spring has begun. If you prefer eating out, make yourself comfortable on one of the many cozy restaurant terraces in the destination Bern.
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Our favourite sustainable restaurantsConsciously regional: Do you want to know where the meat or the carrot on your plate is from? You’ve come to the right place. These are our favourite restaurants in Bern – they not only promise sustainable enjoyment, but actually serve it.Our favourite sustainable restaurantsMore
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MarketsA stroll over the markets is exciting – each small street and square has its own little scene. The unique scenery of the UNESCO world heritage in Bern is truly something to see.ShoppingMarketsMore
Art and Culture
This year, the Bernese spring is kicking off with a big dose of culture: The Night of the Museums on 15 March will once again see the facades of the Old City lit up and welcome visitors into 37 cultural institutions. But even when the sun rises and the Night of the Museums is over, there are still plenty more events as well as interesting and sometimes bizarre things to discover about Bern, for example on a guided tour of the city.
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Bern’s MuseumsLooking for a museum to visit in Bern? You’re spoiled for choice! From internationally renowned special exhibitions to private collections to interactive events – here’s an overview.Bern’s MuseumsMore
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“E Ligu Lehm” – Tour of the Matte neighbourhoodWith a sordid past and a language of its own called "Matten-Berndeutsch", the Matte district –the oldest part of the city – has many a hair-raising story to tell. On this tour, participants will find out the darkest secrets of one of the most exciting neighbourhoods in Bern.City Tours“E Ligu Lehm” – Tour of the Matte neighbourhoodMore
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Shopping
Browsing for a birthday gift for your best friend in the charming little shops of Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old City or visiting Bern’s farmer’s market to buy regional products such as veggies, meat or fish for a barbecue – going shopping in Bern is so much fun! And the best thing about it: thanks to the six kilometres of arcades, shoppers are protected in any weather.
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Bernese TreasuresShopping in Bern’s Old City is a unique experience. Countless quaint shops, elegant boutiques and creative studios can be found below the historic arcades. Here are some of our favourites!Bernese TreasuresMore
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Bern's Best Flea MarketsWhere and when do the very best Bernese flea markets take place? We’ll tell you this and much more in our comprehensive flea market guide for everyone who loves bargains, chance finds and just having a leisurely stroll around the stands and purchasing a little something just for the heck of it – Bernese-style.Shopping, Why Bern?, Why Bern?Bern's Best Flea MarketsMore
Where to stay
Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly room in a cozy Emmental hotel, a glamorous suite in the heart of Bern’s Old City, or a stylish accommodation in a trendy neighbourhood: Bern offers everything your heart desires.