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Bern, the Swiss federal capital, captivates with its UNESCO-protected old town, covered arcades, and Bear Park on the Aare river. The Zentrum Paul Klee, Rose Garden, and views of the Bernese Alps are highlights.

What awaits you

City tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkable

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Best time to visit

June–August: up to 26°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

Cooler winters (6°C). Best visited in June–August.

Max. temperature
5°
Jan
8°
Feb
11°
Mar
13°
Apr
18°
May
23°
Jun
25°
Jul
26°
Aug
20°
Sep
17°
Oct
9°
Nov
5°
Dec
Sunshine hours
5h
Jan
6h
Feb
8h
Mar
9h
Apr
10h
May
12h
Jun
12h
Jul
11h
Aug
9h
Sep
7h
Oct
5h
Nov
4h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
11d
Feb
12d
Mar
15d
Apr
18d
May
15d
Jun
14d
Jul
10d
Aug
12d
Sep
13d
Oct
17d
Nov
16d
Dec

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Bern as a Vacation Destination

Bern is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 25°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. As an upscale destination, a more generous budget is advisable. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
DE
Camping
Tent & caravan