10 Reasons for Bern

Our reasons for guaranteeing the success of your meeting: the Swiss capital’s calming effect on visitors, transfer of knowledge from the university, and a free public transport ticket are just a few of the reasons for choosing Bern.

#1 The situation: In the Center

Definitely well situated for organizing your meeting: A short, comfortable journey for all attendees.

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#2 UNESCO World Heritage Site

Historic old town and exciting past meet modern, cosmopolitan life.

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#3 The capital of Switzerland

Bern is the capital and political center of Switzerland. Our Parliament Building is popular and open to the public, and numerous weekly markets and events are held on Parliament Square (Bundesplatz).

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#4 Shopping Paradise

Six kilometers of shops along the city's famous arcades – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – or the ultramodern "Westide" mall. You'll have a great time shopping in Bern!

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#5 City of Bears

The city of Bern has had a close relationship with the bear since its foundation. According to legend, the city owes its name to the animal. The bear now appears on flags, fountains, and buildings, and can even be visited in the public BearPark.

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#6 Art & Architecture

Modern architecture such as the Zentrum Paul Klee (by Renzo Piano) or the Westside shopping and leisure center (by Daniel Libeskind) perfectly complements the medieval architectural highlight that is our UNESCO World Heritage Site Old Town.

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#7 Albert Einstein's city

Bern once inspired Albert Einstein, who developed his famous Theory of Relativity in Bern. The Einstein House and Einstein Museum provide visitors with fascinating information about the ingenious physicist’s life and work.

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#8 Urban swimming

Bern’s Aare River is a swimming paradise in the center of the city, inviting you for a traditional “Aare swim” in fresh, clean water in Switzerland’s most beautiful river pool.

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#9 A region steeped in tradition

Whether yodeling, making your own cheese, or flag throwing, visitors to our region can experience authentic Swiss tradition up close against a breathtaking scenic backdrop.

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#10 Bernese hospitality

The typical cafés and bars found in the alleyways and cellars of the Old Town, together with Bern’s genuine warm hospitality, make Bern a unique city experience.

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