WELCOME TO BERN

The city and its places

Cycling Capital of Switzerland

Bern is a biker’s paradise. The city’s passion for cycling is evident as throngs of Bern locals continue to pedal through the neighborhoods and streets of Bern on their favorite mode of transportation despite the rain or even snow. And when the weather is fine, they head out to the countryside. After just a ten-minute bike ride from the city center, nature lovers encounter green meadows, picturesque villages, grazing cattle and a panoramic view of the Alps. With a cool wind blowing through your hair, a picnic in your backpack, and nothing but peace and quiet around you, you will know what freedom really feels like!

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Bern's Old City has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1983 and is perceived as a great example of a clear and progressive urban planning creation. Thanks to the office for monument preservation, whose job is to preserve the historical interior and exterior structures of the buildings, the city’s structures are respected and maintained. A great success! Because the unmistakable charm of the Old City never ceases to wow people, whether they’re visitors or locals.

In Bern, we speak

(BERNESE)GERMAN

We spend

Swiss Franks

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SUNNY DAY 20° C

Tour de France stage town

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BERN AND THE EMMENTAL

Swimming in the Aare river is the locals’ favourite summer pastime, but there’s also plenty to do and experience for bike fanatics, adrenaline junkies and hiking aficionados. Also home to some of Switzerland’s greatest museums and galleries, Bern is considered a true citadel of culture. The combination of internationally renowned art and unique architecture makes for a memorable visit! Bern is an absolute must for culture aficionados.

The Emmental offers you more than 450 kilometers of bikerides on perfectly signposted routes passing by and over the rolling hills. Every turn suits you with a breathtaking landscape, very poor traffic and a never ending offer of typical restaurants, sunny terrasses and places for a picknick. Find your favourite tour among this rich menu.