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. Here’s an overview:
Sport & Adventure
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Swiss Bike Park OberriedTrails and tracks for every level: trying out the brand-new pump track in Oberried, only a 40-minute bike ride from Bern, is a fun activity for bike cracks of all ages.Adventure & Sport, Cycling & MountainbikingSwiss Bike Park OberriedMore -
Klettersteig GantrischAccess to the via ferrata takes you through the Gurnigel watershed; the start is just below the Leiterenpass. The climbing distance is 220 meters.Adventure & SportKlettersteig GantrischMore -
Summer Toboggan Run, SchwarzseeThe toboggan run is approx. 1000 meters long, including the ascent.Adventure & Sport, Bern for FamiliesSummer Toboggan Run, SchwarzseeMore -
Rail Bicycle in the Sense ValleyRiding the rail bicycle is an athletic and entertaining expedition through the Sense valley.Adventure & Sport, Bern for Families, Excursions in good weatherRail Bicycle in the Sense ValleyMore -
Expodrom Indoor KartingLet this one-of-a-kind racetrack atmosphere sweep you away as you take to the track with your kart.Adventure & Sport, Nightlife, Sport and Action in the RegionExpodrom Indoor KartingMore -
Gantrisch Rope ParkSwing and climb among the treetops at the Gantrisch Rope Park. There’s so much to discover! A thrilling experience for the entire family awaits in the Längeney Forest.Adventure & Sport, Bern for Families, Excursions in good weatherGantrisch Rope ParkMore -
Scooter tours in Gantrisch Nature ParkThe new and eco-friendly scooter offer in Gantrisch Nature Park is extraordinary, thanks to its length of over ten kilometres and a difference in altitude of a thousand metres.Adventure & Sport, Bern for FamiliesScooter tours in Gantrisch Nature ParkMore -
Guided Motorcycle ToursEnjoy exploring the Bern Region from the Jura Mountains to the Alps from a different perspective – riding a motorcycle (if weather permitting).Adventure & SportGuided Motorcycle ToursMore -
Moped FeelingThe group excursion with real driving experience!Adventure & SportMoped FeelingMore
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Huttwil FLYER factorySee first-hand where the famous FLYER Swiss electric bikes are manufactured. Learn about the FLYER's development from its origins to today.Adventure & Sport, Cycling & MountainbikingHuttwil FLYER factoryMore -
Lasercity BielLasercity is the Canton of Bern’s first laser tag arena. Competitors battle for points across 450m2 and two playing levels. Fun and adrenalin are guaranteed.Adventure & Sport, Sport and Action in the Region, NightlifeLasercity BielMore -
Sports Center TivoliFor 31 years the name Tivoli Sportcenter has been synonymous with quality, expertise and responsibility in the various activities it offers – be it tennis, badminton, squash, massage services, or its weight room, sauna or solarium.Adventure & Sport, Sport and Action in the RegionSports Center TivoliMore -
Mega ArenaAction and fun are guaranteed in the «Mega Arena» sports and leisure center! Whether for paintball or laser tag, adrenaline is at the top of the menu here.Adventure & Sport, NightlifeMega ArenaMega ArenaMore -
Helikopterflug.chHelikopterflug.ch has approx. 20 locations throughout Switzerland and more than 80 worldwide. Helikopterflug.ch has access to countless numbers of helicopters and helicopter models for even the most exotic customer wish.Adventure & SportHelikopterflug.chMore -
Swiss ParaglidingThe professional team of Swiss Paragliding provides this one-of-a-kind experience. With unforgettable tandem paragliding flights in various regions throughout Switzerland – primarily in the Bernese Oberland – Swiss Paragliding not only offers breathtaking views of the Alps, but the unique sense of pure freedom.Adventure & SportSwiss ParaglidingMore -
MountainflyersThe Canton of Berne is a true wonderland for helicopter flights. No other region in the world combines so many fantastic landscapes in such a small space. Experience the beauty of the Bern region with Mountainflyers.Adventure & SportMountainflyersMore -
Bowling Center MarziliThis leisurely Bowling Center attracts guests with its ten lanes – four of which are especially for children – plus its large bar, billiards, table football and other games.Adventure & Sport, Sport and Action in the Region, NightlifeBowling Center MarziliMore -
Ahornalp - Huttwil scooter funAfter the bus trip to Huttwil, it’s onto the Ahorn: climb on and off we go!Adventure & Sport, Bern for FamiliesAhornalp - Huttwil scooter funMore -
Gurten Toboggan RunAll aboard the newest attraction on the Gurten: people who love combining fresh mountain air and great views with some excitement should try out the summer tobogganing run!Adventure & Sport, Bern for FamiliesGurten Toboggan RunMore -
Ice Hockey: SC BernSC Bern is one of Switzerland’s most traditional and successful ice hockey clubs, and for years has boasted the highest average spectator figures in Europe with an average of more than 16,000 spectators at every game.Adventure & SportIce Hockey: SC BernMore -
BSC Young BoysFounded in 1898, the Bernese sports club "Berner Sport Club Young Boys" is one of the longest-established and most successful clubs in Switzerland and every year fights for top positions in the Swiss Championship. In 2018, after a break of 32 years, the BSC Young Boys became Swiss Champion for the 12th time.Adventure & SportBSC Young BoysMore -
AaretubingWarm, sunny summer days, crystal-clear water, and beautiful landscapes: pure summer. That’s Aaretubing in a nutshell.Adventure & SportAaretubingMore -
Rafting along the AareA favorite Bernese pastime and an unforgettable summer highlight: rafting along the Aare Riv-er. When the temperature rises, the Bernese flock to the Aare to float down the river in their rubber rafts.Adventure & SportRafting along the AareMore -
Rafting down the AareWhether you opt to go DIY with a rented raft or on a guided rafting trip, floating down the green-blue waters of the Aare river is a unique experience.Adventure & SportRafting down the AareMore -
Aare Boat Ride “All Around Bern”A discovery tour on an inflatable raft through the varied river landscape of the Aare. A catering service can be booked for the boat ride upon request.Adventure & Sport, Trips & Recreation, AareswimmingAare Boat Ride “All Around Bern”Aare Boat Ride “All Around Bern”More -
Stand-up paddling on the AareExperience this trendy Hawaiian sport on the Aare river – stand-up paddling is a fun idea for hot summer days.Adventure & SportStand-up paddling on the AareMore -
Trips on the Aare river from Thun to Lake Wohlen (Wohlensee)MARINA TRAVEL AG has been navigating professional dinghies along the Aare river between Thun and Lake Wohlen for more than 25 years without an accident.Adventure & SportTrips on the Aare river from Thun to Lake Wohlen (Wohlensee)More -
Aarebootsfahrt Thun–BernA discovery tour on an inflatable raft through the varied river landscape of the Aare. A catering service can be booked for the boat ride upon request.Adventure & Sport, Trips & Recreation, AareswimmingAare Boat Ride Thun – BernAarebootsfahrt Thun–BernMore
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River rafting on the AareExperience a relaxed river rafting trip from Thun to Bern in a raft that seats 16 people, surrounded by the breathtaking panoramic scenery of the Alps. The trip can also be booked with music and grilling on board.Adventure & SportRiver rafting on the AareMore
Aareswimming
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Aare swimmingWhen the sun comes out, hundreds of Bern locals head to the Aare river for a swim or river rafting while the impressive UNESCO World Heritage Site old town looks down on them from high above.AareswimmingAare swimmingMore -
Indoor Pool BurgdorfSwimming fans and recreational and amateur athletes will all find what they are looking for at the Burgdorf indoor pool.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, Bathing Fun and RecreationIndoor Pool BurgdorfMore -
Indoor Pool GrosshöchstettenYou can also splash around in Grosshöchstetten. Its 20-meter swimming pool is heated to 29 degrees.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, Bathing Fun and RecreationIndoor Pool GrosshöchstettenMore -
Hirschengraben indoor poolHirschengraben indoor pool is located in the center of the city of Bern, just a few minutes’ walk from the main station.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, Bathing Fun and RecreationHirschengraben indoor poolMore -
Indoor Pool WeyermannshausThe Weyermannshaus indoor swimming pool is to the west of the city of Bern.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, Bathing Fun and RecreationIndoor Pool WeyermannshausMore -
Wyler’s Open-Air PoolThe Wylerbad is in Bern’s Breitenrain district.Aareswimming, Bern for FamiliesWyler’s Open-Air PoolMore -
Weyermannshaus’ Open-Air PoolMeasured by water surface, the “Weyerli” is the largest open-air pool in Switzerland.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, Bern for freeWeyermannshaus’ Open-Air PoolMore -
MarziliBelow the Parliament Building and on the banks of the Aare river lies the famous Marzili, an outdoor swimming facility. The pools, lawns and direct access to the river make it one of Bern’s most popular summer hotspots.Aareswimming, Bern for Families, AttractionsMarziliMore
Winter Activities
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Cross-country skiing center GantrischA stone’s throw from Bern, the cross-country skiing center in the Nature Park Gantrisch provides over 45 km of perfectly groomed cross-country trails at an elevation of 1,450 to 1,650 m above sea level.Winter ActivitiesCross-country skiing center GantrischMore -
Sledding on the GurtenSledding above the fog and with a view of the snowy peaks of the Bernese Oberland – the Gurten is a popular destination for the entire family, especially in the wintertime.Winter ActivitiesSledding on the GurtenMore -
Skiing on the GurtenA small skiing paradise near the capital: the ski slope on Bern’s local mountain offers an unforgettable winter experience, especially for families and beginners.Winter ActivitiesSkiing on the GurtenMore -
Night tobogganing on RiggisalpTobogganing at night: the unique winter experience on Riggisalp in the Schwarzsee region.Winter ActivitiesNight tobogganing on RiggisalpMore -
Bumbach/Schangnau-Kemmeriboden cross-country trailCross-country skiers can also enjoy their hobby between Bumbach and Kemmeriboden-Bad.Winter ActivitiesBumbach/Schangnau-Kemmeriboden cross-country trailMore -
Snowshoe tour in the Emmental regionThe Emmental is a wonderful place for a little journey. Our favorite winter experience is the snowshoe tour “hot and cold”.Winter ActivitiesSnowshoe tour in the Emmental valleySnowshoe tour in the Emmental regionMore -
Snowshoe tour in the Nature Park GantrischThe Swiss folk song “Vreneli ab em Guggisberg” is known far beyond the boundaries of Gantrisch Nature Park. Snowshoe hikes here pay tribute to the song.Winter ActivitiesSnowshoe tour in the Nature Park GantrischMore -
Snowshoe tour Kemmeriboden-BumbachThe snowshoe trail from Kemmeriboden-Bad to Bumbach is a wonderful opportunity for a snowshoe hike.Winter ActivitiesSnowshoe tour Kemmeriboden-BumbachMore -
SchneeSelitalSince 1956, countless girls and boys have learnt to ski in the Selital ski area between Bern, Thun and Freiburg. And families still love the SchneeSelital ski area today.Winter ActivitiesSchneeSelitalMore -
Skiing in Bumbach / SchangnauThe Bumbach/Schangnau ski area is small and family-friendly. It’s also where Swiss World Cup alpine ski racer Beat Feuz learned to ski.Winter ActivitiesSkiing in Bumbach / SchangnauMore -
Langnau-Trub cross-country trailCross-country skiers can also enjoy their favorite sport in Emmental. The region’s trails are located in the valley between Langnau and Trub, and stretch over 18 kilometers.Winter ActivitiesLangnau-Trub cross-country trailMore -
Rüschegg winter experienceThe winter destination Rüschegg is loved by beginners, experts and families. The bottom station is just 30 minutes by car from Thun, Bern and Freiburg.Winter ActivitiesRüschegg winter experienceMore
