Where and when do the very best Bernese flea markets take place? What are the secrets behind presenting your secondhand clothing at its best to the public? 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.
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Location Depot
Thunstrasse 106, 3006 BernDates New dates 2021 coming soon Time 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. More information on Tramdepot's Facebook page.
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Location Marzilistrasse 47, 3005 Bern Dates May–September 2021
Every last Sunday of the monthTime 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m More information at www.zentralmarkt.be (German only).
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Location Mühlenplatz, 3011 Bern Dates May–October 2021
Every third Saturday of the monthTime 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Information for sellers No advance registration possible; registration is on-site from 6:30 a.m. onwards. More information at www.matte.ch (German only).
Inspiration to shopping in the Old Town of Bern can be found here.
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Location Neubrückstrasse 8, 3012 Bern Dates Every first Saturday of the month Time 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Information for sellers Pitches must be reserved online More information at www.grossehalle.ch or by e-mail at flohmi@reitschule.ch.
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Location VIDMARhallen, Hall 2/first floor, Könizstrasse 161, 3097 Liebefeld Dates New dates 2021 coming soon Time 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. More information at www.the-stage.ch (German only).
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Location Kramgasse und Gerechtigkeitsgasse, 3011 Bern Dates Spring 2021 Time 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. More information at www.kramgasse.ch or Bern.com/vide-grenier (both German only).
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Location Turnhalle, Speichergasse 4, 3011 Bern Dates Cancelled until further notice Time 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. More information at www.bnvintagegirls.ch (German only) or by e-mail at vintagesuitcase@gmx.ch.
Further flea markets in and around Bern

Who’s up for a trip somewhere else for a bit of treasure hunting? Pick up a pen and your agenda! Besides the classics, Bern also has many charming little flea markets which take place only once, or very few times, a year. We’ll tell you when and where.
- Bernese bazaar in the Market Hall
Every Saturday 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Old Market Hall, Steigerhubelstrasse 60, 3008 Bern
More at: www.markthalle.ch
- Bike Exchange Bern
New dates 2021 coming soon
Mehrzweckhalle Kaserne, Papiermühlestrasse 13c, 3014 Bern
Werkhof beim Schlossgutplatz, 3110 Münsingen
More at: www.provelobern.ch
- District flea market
New dates 2021 coming soon
Villa Stucki, Quartierzentrum, Seftigenstrasse 11, 3007 Bern
More at: www.villastucki.ch
- Vidmarché
New dates 2021 coming soon
Le Beizli, Könizstrasse 161, 3097 Liebefeld
More at: www.lebeizli.ch
- Berner Bazaar
New dates 2021 coming soon
Paul Klee Center, Monument im Fruchtland 3, 3000 Bern
More at: www.christophoesch.ch
10 tips for flea market sellers

Are you keen to trawl through your apartment and put all your well-preserved treasures up for sale at a flea market? With our ten tips for successful flea market selling, your stand will be sold out in next to no time.
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Tip #1Go to the flea market at first lightThe earlier that your stand is ready to go after the market starts, the better your sales are likely to be. Anyone who is after something in particular at flea markets is generally out and about early – dawdlers and Sunday shoppers usually wander through later.
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Tip #2Less is moreCluttered flea market stands that are overflowing with goods can be really off-putting to potential customers. If you take fewer items with you and take the time to display them in the best possible way, you will have a decided advantage over your fellow sellers.
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Tip #3Carefully presentedGoods that are spread out, piled up or in baskets of all kinds do not look as nice. Flea market experts think about what fits together thematically, color or style wise, and how to arrange their goods attractively.
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Tip #4Offer a few complimentsA potential customer is trying on one of your pieces – does it look good? Then don’t be shy! A heartfelt compliment will strengthen the resolve of every skeptic and ditherer to buy something.
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Tipp #5It’s easier to sell things when you’ve got a friend there to help youIt is always much more fun to sell things at the flea market with a friend. Any if you’re enjoying yourself and in a good mood, you’ll automatically attract more people to your stand as a result.
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Tip #6Mirror, mirror on the wallIf you sell clothing, shoes and jewelry, you should definitely have a mirror close at hand! This can effect true sales miracles.
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Tip #7Combination ideas are always popularSomeone who can fit your old pair of favorite jeans may be interested in a matching top that really sets them off – and before you know it, you’ve sold two items of clothing.
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Tip #8The best way to browse is through the stomachA sweet pastry and a thermos of coffee on your stand are particularly welcoming, and attract customers with a sweet tooth.
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Tip #9Wrap the goods and give changeDon’t forget to bring newspaper and bags with you so that you can hand over the goods to your customer in a nicely wrapped condition. One other thing: Make sure you bring enough change with you!
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Tip #10Discount at the endNot keen to take your unsold goods home with you again? If you reduce your prices an hour before the market ends – and write this on a board – you’re sure to find a happy buyer or two.