BERN Sales Manual 2018/2019

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Welcome to Bern Whether it’s in the vibrant Swiss capital city of Bern, the varied surrounding area, in the hilly and mystic Emmental, in the Gantrisch Nature Park of the Prealps, between the Napf and the Jura in the Oberaargau Region – this is one scenic region.

It might just be these very places and beautiful landscapes that have shaped the distinctly melodic dialect and legendary warmth of the Bernese. In 1983, Bern became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and, today, can easily be reached by plane, rail or car. The BERN Airport and direct connections to the high-speed trains TGV and ICE make a true hub out of the city. Thanks to its central location, Bern is ideal for outings and trips throughout Switzerland and is commonly known as the gateway to the Alps.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Bern Welcome Contacts CEO Martin Bachofner T +41 (0)31 328 12 40 martin.bachofner@bern.com Marketing Director Marcel Graf T +41 (0)31 328 12 37 marcel.graf@bern.com Market Manager Brazil, Middle East & Asia Marc Steffen T +41 (0)31 328 12 26 marc.steffen@bern.com Market Manager Europe & North America Max de Boer T +41 (0)31 328 12 56 max.deboer@bern.com

Bern Meetings & Events Contacts Director Bernhard Rhyn T +41 (0)31 328 12 66 bernhard.rhyn@bern.com Sales Manager Murielle Burger T +41 (0)31 328 12 64 murielle.burger@bern.com Sales Manager Michèle Gerber T +41 (0)31 328 12 61 michele.gerber@bern.com

Contents CITY OF BERN

Contacts Location & Arrival 10 Reasons for Bern Useful Information Attractions in the city Albert Einstein Art & Culture Events Highlights Discovery Map Itineraries & Routes Shopping Tour Escort & City Tours Gala Dinner & Dining Accommodation

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MEETING & INCENTIVE

10 Reasons for your Meeting Destination 40 Bern Meetings & Events 41

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Venues Technical Visits Social Programs

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Publication Bern Welcome Amthausgasse 4 P.O. Box 3001 Bern Switzerland Circulation: Print: Cover: Editorial:

3'000 Stämpfli AG, Bern UNESCO World Heritage Site Bern Marc Steffen marc.steffen@bern.com

Location

Arrival

Europe

km / miles

Rail

Direct flights*

Amsterdam

840 / 522

8h 6m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Barcelona

940 / 584

10h

BSL, GVA, ZRH

Berlin

965 / 600

8h 13m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Brussels

640 / 398

6h 37m

BSL, GVA, ZRH

Frankfurt

430 / 267

3h 49m

BSL, GVA, ZRH

Hamburg

910 / 565

7h 31m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Cologne Bonn

560 / 348

4h 49m

ZRH

London

980 / 609

7h 24m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Milan

350 / 218

3h 3m

GVA, ZRH

Vienna

865 / 537

8h 58m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Munich

440 / 273

5h 17m

BRN, BSL, GVA, ZRH

Paris

590 / 367

4h 1m

BSL, GVA, ZRH

Rome

940 / 584

6h 24m

BSL, GVA, ZRH

From your very first overnight stay in a tourist accommodation in the city of Bern, you will receive a Bern Ticket for your whole stay.

Free travel on public transport in zones 100/101 operated by the LIBERO Association including - Gurten funicular - Funicular Marzilibahn Bern Ticket - Elevator to the Cathedral Platform 2. Klasse | 2nd Class - Travel to and from BERN Airport.

London Berlin Paris Vienna

Bern

(2.) (TK) (V) (12)

Rail

Car

BERN Airport

11 / 7

27m

26m (Shuttle)

Basel

100 / 62

53m

1h 10m

Geneva

160 / 100

1h 44m

1h 50m

Interlaken

60 / 37

44m

45m

Lausanne

110 / 68

1h 6m

1h 20m

Lucerne

110 / 68

1h

1h 20m

Zermatt

140 / 87

2h 7m

2h 29m

Zurich

120 / 75

56m

1h 30m

2014 / 2015 0‘000‘001

Name | Vorname

Madrid

Paris | 4 h

On your day of arrival, your reservation confirmation can be used as a transfer ticket from the station or the airport of Bern to your accommodation.

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Aufenthalt von bis

Gastgeber Das Bern Ticket ist persönlich und nicht übertragbar. Gültig in allen öffentlichen Verkehrsmitteln in der Stadt Bern und Umgebung (Zonen 100/101) sowie Transfer vom/zum Flughafen Bern/Belp.

Stuttgart | 3 h

Timetable and information at: www.mylibero.ch

Basel | 1 h

km / miles

Trav

Bern Ticket

* To BRN = Bern, ZRH = Zurich, GVA = Geneva, BSL = Basel (as of January 2016 )

Switzerland

Freeel Card

The Bern Ticket is personal and non-transferable. Valid for all public transport within the City of Bern and its surroundings (zones 100/101) and from/to Bern-Belp Airport.

Zurich | 1 h

BERN

Lucerne | 1 h

Interlaken | 0.5 h

Lyon | 1.5 h

Geneva | 2 h Zermatt | 2h

Milan | 3 h

Entering into Switzerland

A valid passport or an identity card is required. Since Switzerland is part of the Schengen Area, Schengen visas are accepted for people entering the country. Switzerland entry regulations: T+41 800 247 365 / +41 58 465 33 33 www.eda.admin.ch

Airports

Bern: www.flughafenbern.ch Basel: www.euroairport.com Geneva: www.gva.ch Zurich: www.flughafen-zuerich.ch

Motorway (Autobahn)

The speed limit on Swiss motorways (Autobahn) is 120 km/h and the purchase of a road tax sticker (vignette) is mandatory for Swiss motorways (CHF 40.00).

Taxi

Bären-Taxi: +41 (0)31 371 11 11 Nova-Taxi: +41 (0)31 331 33 13 Wheelchair accessible transport: +41 800 90 30 90

Rail – Swiss Travel System

The Swiss Travel System unifies the entirety of Swiss public transportation and is intended to facilitate access to the comprehensive Swiss transport network for visitors from around the world.

Swiss Travel Pass & Swiss Travel Pass Flex* Free travel on rail, post van, shipping services as well as on panoramic trains, discount for mountain railways, free admission to over 500 museums. Free family card.

Available for 3, 4, 8 or 15 consecutive days *3, 4, 8, 15 days of your choice within a one-month period

Further information and timetable information at: www.swisstravelsystem.com, www.sbb.ch, www.bls.ch

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Bicyle & E-Bike rental

From May 2018 on, Bern offers one of the largest Bike sharing networks in Switzerland.

100 bicycle rental stations Up to 30 minutes CHF 3.- per bicycle / CHF 4.50 per e-bike Daily flat rate (max. 24 hours) CHF 20.- per bicycle / CHF 40.- per e-bike www.publibike.ch

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10 Reasons for Bern

Useful Information Bern.com

Swiss Capital Bern is the capital city of Switzerland. It is THE place where all the important decisions of our country are made.

You will find all the relevant information for your stay in Bern on our website, Bern.com Newsletter: Bern.com/newsletter

UNESCO World Heritage Site Founded in 1191, the beautiful and well protected Old Town of Bern became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

Perfect Hub & Gateway to the Alps Bern is the gateway to the Swiss Alps and very centrally located within Switzerland. Most of the important cities can be reached within an hour. Stay in Bern and discover Switzerland.

I love Bern facebook.com/ bernswitzerland

@ilove_bern instagram.com/ilove_bern

@BernWelcome twitter.com/bernwelcome

#ilovebern

Shopping under the Arcades Thanks to the six kilometers / four miles of arcades, Bern has one of the longest covered shopping promenades in Europe, especially enjoyable on bad-weather-days.

Cultural Diversity Bern is considered a true citadel of culture with 40 cultural institutions in total such as the Einstein Museum or Museum of Fine Arts. With the Zentrum Paul Klee (designed by Renzo Piano) or shopping and leisure center Westside (designed by Daniel Libeskind) two architectural gems stand alongside medieval architecture of the Old Town.

View Rose Garden

Living Traditions Enjoy living traditions in the city of Bern such as the Zibelemärit (Onion Market), or visit the beautiful Emmental Valley, where the real Swiss cheese, the Emmentaler AOP, is made, alphorns are manufactured and Schwingen (Swiss wrestling) is performed.

Population

141'660 (356'000 incl. suburbs), www.bern.ch

Religion

Innovations & Science Bern’s pioneering spirit led to many major inventions, such as the artificial hip joint, the FLYER e-bike or Toblerone chocolate that is still exclusively produced in Bern. Even Albert Einstein lived in Bern between 1902 – 1909 and it was in Bern where he invented the relativity theory E=mc2 in 1905.

Telephone numbers: Emergency calls, information Fire department 118 Police 117 Ambulance 144

Protestant 53%, Roman Catholic 16 %, Others 31%

Public holidays (across Switzerland)

30.3.2018 / 19.04.2019 Good Friday 1.4.2018 / 21.4.2019 Easter incl. 2.4.2018 / 22.4.2019 Easter Monday 10.5.2018 / 30.5.2019 Ascension Day 20.5.2018 / 9.6.2019 Pentecost Sunday 21.5.2018 / 10.6.2019 Pentecost Monday 1.8.2018 / 2019 Swiss National Day 25.12.2018 / 2019 Christmas 26.12.2018 / 2019 Stephan's Day 1.1.2019 New Year's Day 2.1.2019 St Berchtold's Day

Urban Swimming Bern’s Aare river is an urban swimming paradise, probably the most beautiful riverside pool in Europe – pure, fresh and clean.

Bern and its Bears The large BearPark down at the Aare river is completely dedicated to Bern’s heraldic animal, furthermore Bern’s symbol can be found in various forms all over the city such as paintings, sculptures or cookies.

According to legend, the city owes its name to the bear.

Time zone

Bernese Hospitality Hurry and hectic are foreign words to the Bernese. People enjoy life and take time for what is really important. Due to the laid-back lifestyle there is always good company: Genuinely warm and friendly Bernese hospitality.

Electricity and plugs

Electricity throughout Switzerland is supplied at 230 volts. Type C (euro plug, two-pin) plugs and type J (three-pin) plugs are used.

The type F (“Schuko”) plugs widely used in Europe cannot be used without an adapter.

World Heritage Experience Switzerland

Switzerland’s wealth lies in its cultural heritage and its wonderfully varied natural landscapes. From this wealth of treasures UNESCO has acknowledged 11 World Heritage Sites in Switzerland from which the Old Town of Bern is one of them. The 11 sites share a mutual appearence which you'll find under www.whes.ch.

Bern is in the Central European Time Zone (CET = UTC +1) with European daylight savings time

Climate | Weather

(Average Daily Temperatures) www.meteoschweiz.ch 30 ˚C 20 ˚C 10 ˚C 0 ˚C -10 ˚C Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Urban swimming in Bern

Further information Bern.com/information

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Attractions in the city UNESCO World Heritage Site

Due to its for the most part unchanged and intact medieval city structure, stately sandstone buildings and historical towers, Bern was adopted in 1983 into the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Arcades

With six kilometers / four miles of arcades, Bern has one of Europe’s longest covered shopping promenades. Bern has everything you’re looking for – be it stylish boutiques, exquisite jewelry shops, traditional markets or shopping malls of any size.

Markets

Colorful markets set out their wares on Waisenhausplatz (Orphanage Square), Bärenplatz (Bear’s Square), Bundesplatz (Parliament Square) and in the Münstergasse every Tuesday and Saturday, offering fresh produce, flowers and meats.

Urban Swimming (Aare)

From the baths, the plants Marzili and Lorraine are far well-known around. Both baths profit from over decades grown myths and are starting points for the world-well-known river swimming in the Aare.

Parliament Building

Seat of the Swiss government and the Parliament, featuring a water display with 26 fountains on Bundesplatz (Parliament Square). Each water fountain represents one of the Swiss cantons.

Zytglogge (Clock Tower)

The first western gate of the town (1191 – 1256) counts amongst Bern’s most important attractions. The room housing the clock mechanism can be visited on a guided tour.

Bern Minster (Münster)

From Switzerland's highest church tower visitors can enjoy magnificent views across the city and into the Bernese Mittelland and the snow-capped mountains of the Bernese Oberland.

Fountains

Well over 100 fountains (drinkable water) adorn Bern. In the Old Town, eleven of these still bear the original statues with their eye-catching allegorical figures.

Einstein

The physicist Albert Einstein (1879 – 1955) was living in Bern when he came up with his famous formula E=mc2. The apartment he was living in at that time is open to visitors, and the Bern Historical Museum hosts the world's first Einstein Museum.

Museum of Fine Arts

The Kunstmuseum Bern is Switzerland’s oldest art gallery. With works from eight centuries, it is regarded as an institution of worldclass standing.

Zentrum Paul Klee

Built in 2005 to a design by leading architect Renzo Piano, this cultural institution houses the most significant collection of works worldwide

by Paul Klee.

Westside

The Westside leisure and shopping center built by Daniel Libeskind is an architectural bijou, shopping center, multiplex cinema and restaurant, hotel and conference center, pool complex, spa and fitness center – all in one.

Gurten

The Gurten is located just out of the city at 864 metres (2.835 feet) above sea level and has a view of the Bernese Alps and across all of the Swiss Mittelland. Go by foot or take the Gurten funicular and enjoy the restaurants, picnic areas, a large children’s playground, toboggan run and hiking trails.

Rose Garden

The Rose Garden is a large park with a wonderful view of the Old Town and the Aare loop. The park is home to a panoramic restaurant, 220 different types of roses, 200 types of irises and moor beds with 28 different types of rhododendrons.

BearPark

500 years of Bern and its bears. The BearPark, the highlight for all tourists in the heart of the city, is completely dedicated to Bern’s symbol. The visitor trail down at the Aare river provide guests with incredible insight into the life of bears. With inclined lift.

Zoological Garden Dählhölzli

Visitors can become acquainted with the zoo and its more than 200 different animal species on 365 days a year. The zoo lies between the Aare and the Dählhölzli forest.

Further information Bern.com/attractions

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Albert Einstein

Art & Culture

Albert Einstein – who isn‘t familiar with him. Albert Einstein (1879 - 1955) was living in Bern when he created his famous formula E=mc² in 1905 and with his Theory of Relativity revolutionized our conceptions of space and time. Einstein plays a significant role in Bern: Besides the one-of-a-kind Einstein Museum, the Einstein House, the Einstein Kaffee and the Einstein city tour, Bern is now also home to the unique Einstein benches.

Home to some of Switzerland’s greatest museums and galleries, Bern is considered a true citadel of culture with 40 cultural institutions in total. The combination of internationally renowned art and unique architecture makes for a memorable visit.

Einstein & Bern's highlights

NEW:Tour Group

Discover Einstein’s favorite places together with Bern’s famous sights on this special guided tour.

1 – 1 ½ hour Beverage Voucher for the Einstein Coffee 15% Discount Voucher at the Museum shop of the Einstein Museum Souvenir

Museum Card

CHF 250.- per group | Language: English, German | Max. 20 people per group www.bern.com/einsteincitytour

Einstein Benches

Want to take a souvenir photo with Albert Einstein? Or relax with a book or an ice cream while sitting next to the genius? You’ll find Bern’s famous resident on benches in four different locations in the city. The figure depicting Einstein in his earlier years can be found at the Rose Garden, the BearPark, the Bern Historical Museum, and the University of Bern. Share your pictures with us.

New for culture lovers in Bern. The Museum Card entitles the bearer to free entry for a period of 24/48 hours to the permanent exhibitions and special collections of all museums which are members of the «museen bern» association.

Prices Prices are for adults aged 16 or over (date of birth) 24 hours CHF 28.00 48 hours CHF 35.00 Note: Most museums are closed on Monday

Museum of Fine Arts

Switzerland's oldest art museum is home to one of the country's most distinguished collections that includes outstanding works spanning eight centuries. Works from Pablo Picasso, Paul Klee, Ferdinand Hodler and Meret Oppenheim, Cuno Amiet and Albert Anker have given Switzerland's oldest art museum a world-class reputation.

@ilove_bern, #ilovebern, #einsteinselfie

Einstein Museum & Bern Historical Museum

The most comprehensive Einstein exhibition worldwide. On 1200m2 original memorabilia, written records and film documentaries describe Einstein‘s life and at the same time illustrate the history of the 20th century. Animation films, experiments and a virtual journey through the cosmos explain Einstein‘s revolutionary theories. The Einstein Museum is part of the Bern Historical Museum. In its permanent exhibition, the Bern Historical Museum shows highlights from the fields of history, prehistory, early history and ethnography. The objects on display range from the Stone Age to the present, from cultures of all continents.

Museum of Communication

Switzerland's only museum devoted to interpersonal communication – from body language to cultural dialogue to new medias. The Museum of Communication focuses on people and explores their relation to technology and culture. The museum's permanent and special exhibitions make its program both diverse and enriching.

Guided Tour at Einstein Museum

Group Package A one-hour guided tour through the Einstein exhibition Discount voucher for the museum shop An Einstein souvenir

Natural History Museum

Its animal diorama display and exhibit of spectacular gigantic crystals qualify the Natural History Museum in Bern as one of Switzerland's most important nature museums. The permanent exhibition «Barry - the legendary Saint Bernard Dog» is dedicated to the Swiss legend Barry. The Saint Bernard, named after the hospice on the often treacherous pass in the Western Alps. The museum is also home to the Plaggenstock Treasure, an astounding display of spectacular quartz crystals and houses for the next five years an exhibition about the end of the world: "Apocalypse - end without end".

Net rate: CHF 150 per group plus CHF 13.00 per person entrance fee (with Swiss Travel Pass free entrance) Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Mandarin-Chinese Max. 20 people per group www.bhm.ch/en/booking-einstein

Einstein House

The Einstein House is located in the centre of the Old Town, at Kramgasse 49 some 200 meters below the Zytglogge (Clock Tower). The pictures in the flat – Einstein’s home between 1903 and 1905 – give an insight into Einstein’s Bernese years. Copies of documents and some of his writings supply information on his scientific work. It is here that Einstein developed his special theory of relativity.

Further information Bern.com/Albert-Einstein

Zentrum Paul Klee Built by leading Italian architect Renzo Piano, the cultural institution displays the world's most important collection of works by artist Paul Klee.

Besides concerts and other events, the unique museum hosts special exhibits and a broad program for children, youth and adults, particularly the children’s museum Creaviva.

Further information Bern.com/culture

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Events Artificial ice rink

20.12.2017 – 18.2.2018 / Jan–Feb 2019 In the winter, the Bundes­platz (Parliament Square) becomes a playground for ice skaters. This artificial ice rink amid the unique setting of the Swiss Parliament Building is hugely popular with locals and tourists alike. Entry is free of charge. Ice skates are available for hire at the rink. www.bern.com/events

International Jazz Festival Bern

10.3. – 19.5.2018 / March – May 2019 Thanks to the staging of this international jazz festival, world-class jazz can be heard live in Bern.

Attracting many visitors from home and abroad to the capital every year, the jazz festival has garnered a worldwide reputation as one of the most important traditional jazz events. www.jazzfestivalbern.ch

Bern Grand Prix / Swiss Women's Run Bern

19.5.2018 / 11.5.2019 The Bern Grand Prix is a running festival with over 20,000 entrants. www.gpbern.ch 10.6.2018 / 16.6.2019 More than 15,000 participants, the Swiss Women’s Run is the biggest on the European mainland. The race is run in various categories. www.frauenlauf.ch

Buskers Bern Street Music Festival

9. – 11.8.2018 / 8. – 10.8.2019 Around 35 groups from all over the world enliven the lower Old Town of Bern with their music, performance art and charm. Some 150 professional artists give high-quality performances in the genres of music, pavement art, variety and comedy. www.buskersbern.ch

Bern Carnival

15. – 17.2.2018 / 7. – 9.3. 2019 Once a year, the Bernese get all dressed up and celebrate until the early morning hours. «Fasnacht» has become Switzerland’s third-largest carnival of fun and frivolity. www.fasnacht.be

Bern Museum Night

16.3.2018 / 22.3.2019 Cultural presentations and culinary treats abound in unfamiliar surroundings and at out-of-the-ordinary times – it only happens once a year on the Bern Museum Night. www.museumsnacht-bern.ch

Gurten Festival

11. – 14.7.2018 / July 2019 The Gurten Festival with its internationallyrenowned bands is an extremely popular, peaceful musical happening that takes place on Bern’s local mountain, the Gurten. The 4-day, open-air music festival is aimed at a broad general public, and is legendary for its great atmosphere. www.gurtenfestival.ch

Schafscheid, Riffenmatt (Return of the Sheep)

6.9.2018 Early in the morning, before the market really begins to bustle, the sheep that have spent the summer in the mountains will be led into town and returned to their owners.

Brächete, Zäziwil

26.9.2018 Using old tools of the trade, women in traditional dress demonstrate the process of transforming flax into beautiful table cloths, linens and much more. At the market stands you will find regional specialties plus many traditional products.

Themed Markets in Huttwil

16. – 18.3.2018 Easter Egg Market Historical Handicraft Market 7. – 8.7.2018 6. – 7.10.2018 Swiss Cheese Market 28.11. – 2.12.2018 Christmas Market Huttwil

Designers' Saturday

2. – 4.11. 2018 The design trade fair is held every two years, making Langenthal an international venue for design. Outstanding new products, unconventional staging and prototypes give visitors a glimpse into the depth of the world of design. www.designerssaturday.ch

Zibelemärit (Onion Market)

26.11.2018 / 25.11.2019 The Zibelemärit (Onion Market) is a traditional folk festival that always takes place on the fourth monday in November. Farmers from the surrounding areas bring more than 50 metric tons of onions – in artistically woven braids – and garlic to the federal capital. www.bern.com/events

Gordon Benett Cup

27. – 30.9.2018 For the first time in Bern. This oldest and most prestigious flying race will see the world’s best gas balloon pilots competing against each other. Thanks to live tracking, anyone can track the progress of the gas balloons along the way. www.gordonbenett2018.ch

Shnit

October 2018 / 2019 shnit International Shortfilmfestival stands for topquality entertainment thanks to gripping, moving, stylishly powerful short films. shnit’s global festival network is unique and enables the best short films from all over the world to be presented in Bern. The festival is passionately dedicated to short films as a selfcontained art form. www.shnit.org

Rendez-vous Bundesplatz

October – November 2018 Rendez-vous Bundesplatz will be showing the federal Parliament Building in a truly special light. There will be two shows every evening at 7.00 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. The interplay of music in a variety of styles and monumental images meticulously fitted to the building creates a very special sensory experience. www.bern.com/events

Bern Christmas Markets

2. – 29.12.2018 / 30.11. – 28.12.2019 Little Christmas trees decorate the facades of the houses, adding to the festive mood. The Old Town houses, dating from the 15th to 17th centuries, provide a wonderful and unique backdrop for the distinctive Bern Christmas Markets. www.bern.com/events Further information Bern.com/events

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Discovery Map Titlis

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Lake Brienz

Brienzer Rothorn Stanserhorn Sarnen

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1 Emmental 2 Jungfraujoch 3 Lake Geneva Region 4 Excursion Stockhorn

Details and itineraries see page 18 & 19

Highlights Discovery Map 1

Emmental Show Dairy

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Design Tour Langenthal

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Gantrisch Rope Park

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Lötschberger Roundtrip

Over the fire or in modern copper vats – the show cheese dairy covering some 17,500 m2 will give you an up-close look at the production of the world-renowned Emmentaler AOP. Tours are offered in various languages. Free admission. Open 365 days a year. www.emmentaler-schaukaeserei.ch

The Design Tour offers exciting insights into the development and production of design products, a process nurtured for more than 120 years. This tourist program offers two types of visits to five design companies: an individual showroom tour or a guided factory tour. www.designtour.ch

Climbing amid pure nature, with adventure and action… And all with the highest safety standards thanks to a new safety system. A fantastic rope park with the highest platforms in Switzerland. Children’s course and forest adventure trail. Open April-October.

From Bern you travel to Brig with the RegioExpress Lötschberger on a breathtaking mountain line. You continue through the Rhone Valley to Montreux, where you board the MOB Panoramic up to Zweisimmen, crossing picturesque villages before returning to Bern. www.bls.ch/roundtrip

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10 Panoramic Trail and Gäggersteg

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Handicraft Village

The Whisky House Aarwangen

Experience lively traditions in the famous Emmental region – visit the truly unique traditional craft businesses of Wasen. Learn about typical Swiss products and peek over the shoulder of artisans at work, such as the Schwyzerörgeli builder, saddler or watchmaker.

Aarwangen’s granary, dating from 1616, is the home of the LANGATUN whisky distillation. Find out how whisky gains its alcohol and gets its colour. Learn about the whisky production process on tours, in seminars or even by having a go at distillation yourself. www.langatun.ch

The Gantrisch Panoramic Trail is a nicely developed mountain trail offering views extending from the Alps to the Jura Mountains and the Black Forest. The hike begins in Zollhaus and ends at the Gurnigel Berghaus. A detour on the Gäggersteg, which is partially elevated on wooden planks.

The Abegg Foundation in Riggisberg is home to one of the world’s most significant textile collections. It is a centre for research and the conservation of historic textile fabrics. Museum and alternating special exhibits. www.abegg-stiftung.ch

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Bell Foundry

Boat Trips on Lakes Thun and Brienz

GoldenPass line

The bell foundry in Bärau has been producing and selling a variety of bells since 1730. With professional help, you and your group can cast your very own bell. Tours available upon request. www.swissbells.ch

Enjoy fabulous views of the impressive mountain scenery or historic castles and romantic waterside locations, and combine your trip with a delicious lunch. Or would you prefer an unforgettable sunset during an evening boat trip? We have something for every taste. www.bls.ch/boat

Experience an unforgettable journey from Lucerne to Montreux aboard 3 luxury trains and enjoy an extraordinary trip with breathtaking scenery. 3 mountain passes, the famous 4000 of the Alps and 8 lakes make for unforgettable excursions. www.bls.ch/goldenpass

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Exercise, fun and thrill are guaranteed as you ride the Rail Bicycle along the decommissioned railway tracks to and from Gümmenen.

Suitable for groups and individual travellers.

The picturesque mountain lake is the ideal place to relax. Richly blessed with natural beauty, Schwarzsee lies 1,040 meters above sea level, nestling between impressive mountains and an idyllic mountain lake. Perfect for families and sports fans! www.schwarzsee.ch

Kambly Experience

Discover the secrets of the art of fine biscuit making of Switzerland’s most preferred biscuit brand with all your senses. Take your pick of over 100 varieties of biscuits. Tip: Take the Kambly Train from Bern (Tue-Sun at 9.36 a.m.) Open daily, free entry. www.kambly.ch

Schwarzsee

Maison Cailler – Swiss Chocolate Factory

An unforgettable experience during a day out at the Maison Cailler.

Imagine a place where all your senses can be immersed in the wonderful world of Callier chocolate. Discover the different productions stages of the Cailler branches and learn more about the cocoa. www.cailler.ch

Herzroute

Soft flowing hills, secluded paths, beautiful forests and a breathtaking view of the Alps are what you can expect along the most beautiful bike routes in Switzerland with FLYER e-bikes. The Herzroute leads over 13 impressive day-long stages. www.herzroute.ch 16 | 17

Day- or halfday-excursions for FIT's See Discovery Map City of Bern & Emmental

Emmental

Guided city tour through the Old Town of Bern.

Visit of the Kambly Experience in Trubschachen Halfday 1

Visit of the Emmental Show Dairy in Affoltern i.E.

1 11:00 a.m.

Public City Tour.

Meetingpoint at the Tourist Information at the main station.

Guided city tour on foot through the Old Town of Bern (UNESCO World Heritage Site) including the popular Rose Garden (viewpoint), the BearPark and Zytglogge (Clock Tower)

April - October: daily November - March: Saturdays CHF 20.- per Person Tickets available at the Tourist Information at the main station Bern

12:30 p.m.

Lunch at a restaurant Short walk or transfer by tram or bus to the main station 2:30 p.m.

Bern departure by train (direct) 3:11 p.m.

Arrival at Trubschachen 3:15 p.m.

Visit of the Kambly Experience, just next to the railway station Discover the first Kambly Bakery Factory Shop (tasting area), Coffee Shop. free admission

4:44 p.m.

Trubschachen Departure by train (direct) 5:26 p.m.

Bern main station arrival Dinner at a vaulted cellar in the Old Town

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1 9:20 a.m.

Bern departure by train via Hasle-Rüegsau 10:14 a.m.

Arrival at Affoltern i.E, Dorf Visit of the Emmental Show Dairy

Excursion Jungfraujoch High alpine round trip to the Jungfraujoch at 3,454 meters a.s.l.

Open ever day, free admission.

AudioGuide tour through the little cheese village CHF 10.- per AudioGuide

9.04 h Bern departure by train 12.15 h Lunch at the Restaurant Crystal at Jungfraujoch 13.15 h Visit the Jungfraujoch Guided tour including Sphinx terrace, Alpine Sensation, Icepalace, Glacier viewpoint and Lindt Swiss Chocolate Heaven 15.30 h Departure by train 18.52 h Arrival in Bern 19.30 h Dinner at a typical restaurant

*Travelcosts Bern - Jungfraujoch - Bern CHF 260.40 per person CHF 133.- per person with Swiss Travel Pass

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12:00 p.m.

Lunch at the restaurant of the Emmental Show Dairy Fondue and cheese tasting 14:00 p.m.

Make your own cream cheese.

CHF 7.- per Person 15:39 p.m.

Affoltern i.E., Dorf, departure by bus 16:40 p.m.

Bern main station, arrival Dinner at a typical restaurant

Excursion Lake Geneva Region The French speaking region around Montreux with its vineyards on Lake Geneva is also known as «Switzerland's Riviera».

8.04 h Bern departure by train 10.04 h Arrival at Veytaux-Chillon Short stroll to the Château de Chillon (300 m walk) 10.30 h Guided tour through the Château de Chillon 30 min wine tasting at the Château (11.20 h) 12.00 h Lunch at a restaurant at the lakeside in Montreux 13.27 h Montreux departure by train 14.05 h Arrival at the Olympic Museum (AudioGuide tour) 15.55 h Departure Olympic Museum by bus 17.26 h Arrival in Bern

*Travelcosts Bern - Château de Chillon - Lausanne - Bern CHF 84.- per person CHF 0.- per person with Swiss Travel Pass

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Excursion Stockhorn Boat cruise on lake Thun combined with a breathtaking view from the Mt. Stockhorn plattform

9.06 h Bern departure by train 9.40 h Thun departure by boat 10.26 h Arrival at Spiez, go on by train and gondola cableway 12.15 h Lunch at Panorama Restaurant on Mt. Stockhorn Enjoy the view from the panorama plattform 15.35 h Stockhorn Departure by gondola cableway and train 17.20 h Arrival in Bern

*Travelcosts Bern - Stockhorn - Bern CHF 110.- per person CHF 28.- per person with Swiss Travel Pass *Tickets available at the Tourist Information at the main station

Further information Bern.com/excursions

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Discover and enjoy the

KAMBLY EXPERIENCE Experience over 100 years of tradition in fine biscuit making in the heart of Switzerland.

The Kambly Experience in Trubschachen is one of the finest attractions in the Emmental valley. Discover the origins of Kambly, Switzerland's most popular biscuit brand, and the secrets of the art of fine biscuit making with all your senses. Light and sound effects will lead you through the history of Kambly in German, English, French or Italian.

Take your pick of over 100 varieties of biscuits at the Kambly Factory Store. Enjoy a delicious coffee or tea accompanied by a small treat at the Kambly CafĂŠ while looking over our master confectioners' shoulders at the Demonstration Confectionary. The Kambly Experience is easily reached from Berne in 35 minutes by train or in 40 minutes by car or coach. The entry is free.

Baking Workshop

Kambly Roundtrip

Make your own Bretzeli

Look over the shoulders of the Kambly Master Confectioners and discover the secrets of the art of fine biscuit making. Create your own biscuits under the guidance of the Kambly Master Confectioners and learn more about the fine art of making premium biscuits. Number of participants: 2-28, Price per group: CHF 100.00 up to 14 participants, CHF 200.00 15-28 participants, duration: 2 - 3 hours.

This unique day-trip by train and boat links the world-famous Swiss tourist locations Lucerne, Interlaken and Berne and leads you to the most beautiful corners of central Switzerland. Enjoy magnificent views of snow-capped peaks, deep blue lakes and lush green meadows and discover vibrant towns as well as the Kambly Experience in Trubschachen.

Free of charge with Swiss Travel Pass.

Oscar Kambly started baking the Bretzeli 1906 according to his grandmother’s recipe. The Master Confectioner assists the group in baking the Bretzeli on a historical oven. Afterwards the freshly baked Bretzeli can exclusively be tasted as well as handmade Swiss chocolate.

Number of participants: 10-50. Price per person: CHF 10.00 including a Kambly gift. Duration: 45 - 60 minutes.

Information and booking: Kambly Experience, Muehlestrasse 8, CH-3555 Trubschachen Ph. +41 34 495 02 22, reservation@kambly.ch, www.kambly.com/touroperator

The «Swiss Culinary Delights»

Grand Tour of Switzerland

Group e Packag

Based on the model of well-known dream roads such as Route 66 (USA), the Grand Tour of Switzerland connects Switzerland’s tourist highlights via a 1600 kilometers discovery tour. The route through the Bern region covers around 90 kilometers and contains numerous tourist highlights and some hidden gems.

Top Highlights } The Abegg Foundation Riggisberg is an institute of textile art history situated in the Nature Park Gantrisch } The City of Bern with its unique UNESCO World Heritage Site labeled Old Town } The Zytglogge (Clock Tower) is one of Bern’s most important sights } The BearPark, where visitors can marvel at three examples of Bern’s heraldic animal } The Rose Garden is a mecca for flower lovers and offers a wonderful view of Bern } The cultural institution Zentrum Paul Klee displays the world’s most important collection of works by artist Paul Klee } The Emmental Show Dairy gives you an up-close look at how the famous Emmentaler AOP is manufactured } Discover the secrets of the art of fine biscuit making in The Kambly Experience

The Emmental valley produces culinary masterpieces that are enjoyed all around the world. The family-run company Kambly in Trubschachen has been making fine biscuits for 110 years – including the classic Kambly Bretzeli. And the nearby Emmental Show Dairy in Affoltern produces the original Emmentaler AOP cheese (the one with the holes). The «Swiss Culinary Delights» tour allows groups to visit these places. They get an unique insight into the production processes and can taste the goods themselves.

For further information about the route and for associated activities in the Bern region, please visit: www.bern.com/grandtourofswitzerland

Tour includes }

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Visit to the Kambly Experience and sample around 100 different Kambly specialties Bretzeli baking, under expert supervision including a surprise gift Exclusive tasting of fresh Bretzeli and hand-made Swiss chocolate Guided tour and cheese tasting at the Emmental Show Dairy Lunch, including a soft drink and tap water

Itinerary 9:30 a.m. Departure from Bern 10:15 a.m. Stop at Lueg viewpoint. Stunning views across the

Emmental valley to the Bernese Alps.

11:00 a.m. Arrival at the Emmental Show Dairy in Affoltern i.E.

Guided tour, including cheese tasting and lunch 12:15 p.m. Free time for shopping and looking around the dairy independently 1:00 p.m. Departure for the Kambly Experience 1:45 p.m. Arrival at the Kambly Experience in Trubschachen.

Bretzeli baking, plus visit to the Kambly Experience and

time for shopping.

3:15 p.m. Departure from the Kambly Experience 4:00 p.m. Arrival in Bern

Prices and conditions } } } }

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CHF 35.00 per person (net price for tour operators) Minimum 10 people, maximum 50 people Payment on invoice, in cash or by credit card.

Cancellation fee: free up to 30 days before the event.

50% 10-29 days before the event. 100% 0-9 days before the event.

Reservations are required. Please contact:

Emmentaler Schaukäserei, Schaukäsereistrasse 6, 3416 Affoltern i.E., Tel. +41 34 435 16 11 info@emmentaler-schaukaeserei.ch | www.kambly.com/touroperator

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Kambly and Cailler Discovery

NEW:

Shopping kage

FIT Pac

Opening Hours Monday–Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Old Town Shops

9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Shops closed

Westside

9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Shops closed

Main station Shops

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Bernese Markets General Market

Flea Market January to November, Tue and Sat; also Thu evening from April to October

Waisenhausplatz

Enjoy a three-day shortbreak by rail, featuring both the Kambly and Cailler Experiences, and enjoy the stunning scenery of Western Switzerland with the history and charm of the capital, Bern (2 overnights)

Tour includes } 1 x 3-day Swiss Travel Pass for unlimited travel on Swiss Travel System } 1 x inclusive boat trip (Interlaken Ost to Brienz) } 2 x Overnight stay with breakfast in Bern } 1 x Swiss Coupon Pass including: } 2 for 1 offer on Bern AudioGuide } 2 for 1 offer on lunch on Lake Brienz } 2 for 1 offer on entrance to Maison Cailler } 2 for 1 offer on 1st Class upgrade for Lake Brienz cruise } 2 for 1 deals across Lucerne } 2 for 1 Kamby Experience voucher } 10% discount voucher on all purchases over CHF 50.- at the Kambly Factory Shop

Zibelemärit (Onion Market)

Bundesplatz, Schauplatz-, Gurten-, Münster- and Bundesgasse

January to December, Tue and Sat morning

Christmas Markets

Bärenplatz

November to March, Tue and Sat April to October also Wed and Fri

Bernese City Center

2. – 29.12.2018

Münsterplatz

2. – 24.12.2018

Souvenirs & Watches Souvenir Shops

Department Stores & Fashion

Heimatwerk

Swiss handicraft

www.heimatwerk-bern.ch

Vom Fass

Liqueurs, Vinegars & Oils www.bern.vomfass.com

Läderach Chocolatier

Fresh Chocolate

www.laederach.com

Klötzli Messerschmiede

Swiss knifes

www.klotzli.com

Beck Glatz Confiseur

Bakery

www.mandelbaerli.ch

Westside

Design Shopping Center www.westside.ch

Hermès

Fashion

www.hermes.com

Bayard & Co

Fashion

www.modebayard.ch

Mammut Store

Fashion

www.mammut.ch

Olmo

Fashion

www.olmo.ch

Exclusive jewelry

www.bijouxstadelmann.ch

Day 1 Collect your AudioGuides and enjoy a guided tour of Bern’s magnificent UNESCO-listed Old Town at your own pace. Overnight in Bern.

Bucherer

Luxury watch brands

www.bucherer.com

Adamek

Goldsmith

www.adamek.ch

Zigerli + Iff

Watches & Jewelry

www.zigerli-iff.ch

Boarding the boat of Lake Thun, travelling across Lake Brienz. At Brienz, take the train over the Bruenig Pass, via Lucerne to Trubschachen, where you can discover the origins of Switzerland’s best known premium biscuit brand and enjoy moments of delight at the “Kambly Experience.” Afterwards, take the train back to Bern to collect your luggage from the hotel.

Individual return journey.

Waisenhausplatz

March to November, every first Sat of the month

Bijoux Stadelmann

Day 3

Always on the fourth Mon in November

Handicrafts Market Münsterplattform

Watches and Jewelry

Visit the home of the Cailler chocolate factory where you can discover the world of the oldest Swiss chocolate brand. You travel onwards from here via the shores of Lake Geneva and Montreux, and back to Bern via Spiez a fantastic round-trip by rail.

May to October, every third Sat of the month

Vegetable, Fruit and Flower Market

Itinerary

Day 2

Mühleplatz in the Matte district

Coop City

Department store

www.coop.ch

Globus

Premium store

www.globus.ch

Loeb

Department store

www.loeb.ch

Migros

Department store

www.migros.ch

Wankdorf Center

Shopping Center

www.wankdorf-center.ch

Prices and conditions } 3-star hotel: CHF 605.- per/p in a SGL, CHF 479.- per/p in a DBL 4-star hotel: CHF 675.- per/p in a SGL, CHF 515.- per/p in a DBL } Valid until 31.12.2018 } Rates are commissionable 20%

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Switzerland Travel Center, T: +41 (0)43 210 55 94, touroperating@stc.ch, www.stc.ch

City Tours

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UNESCO stroll through the Old Town

City Tour by scooter

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2 hrs, max. 20 people: CHF 250.–* (all inclusive).

A tour of discovery on foot through the Old Town of Bern and past its most beautiful attractions in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.

City Tour by Bus

2 hrs, up to 12 people: CHF 500.– (all inclusive). For 13 people or more: CHF 42.– per person.

An unforgettable guided tour on scooter (no motor) through Bern, for young and old.

Zytglogge (Clock Tower)

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1 Nägeligasse (1) 2 Schüttestrasse (1) 3 Kochergasse (2)

4 Amthausgasse (1) 5 Helvetiaplatz (1) 6 Aargauerstalden (5)

10 Schützenmatte (8) 7 Grosser Muristalden (4) 11 Park + Ride Neufeld 8 Hodlerstrasse (1) 9 Genfergasse | Aarbergergasse (1) 12 Mingerstrasse (3)

13 Rosengarten (2) 14 Marienstrasse (1) 15 Friedhofweg (3) 1 hr 30 min in own bus: CHF 250.–* (all inclusive). Incl. bus rental upon request.

City tour through Bern in your own bus, led by a knowledgeable local guide, taking in the sights and attractions of Bern.

Tour Escort Our guides will welcome your group at your hotel or the main station and will escort or accompany you during short trips and excursions – anywhere in Switzerland.

Rates 2018 1 hr up to 5 hrs up to 9 hrs every further hour

CHF 75.- incl. 7.7% VAT CHF 350.- incl. 7.7% VAT CHF 600.- incl. 7.7% VAT CHF 75.- incl. 7.7% VAT

Follow your nose

50 min, max. 20 people: CHF 150.–* (all inclusive) An excursion into the fascinating technology of the Middle Ages (clockwork mechanism dating from the 16th century) and a unique view across Bern’s alleyways and rooftops.

iPod AudioGuide

General Terms and Conditions

Guide will wait a maximum of 30 minutes Cancellations within 24 – 48 hours before start of tour: Group will be charged 50% of the tour price Later cancellations or failure to appear: Group will be charged 100% of the tour price First change is free, each additional change CHF 20.– Express surcharge for booking within 48 hours: CHF 50.–/Guide Commission for Tour Operators on request

Extra costs incurred for transportation, meals, admissions, telephone calls, etc. will be charged additionally. For bookings outside of Bern, hours are calculated based on the starting and finishing time in Bern.

2 hrs, max. 10 people: CHF 600.–* (all inclusive) Let you be seduced by the world of fragrances and the historic centre of Bern and create your own perfume.

Rickshaw-iPod AudioGuide Tour

Up to 6 hrs : CHF 18.– | up to 24 hrs : CHF 25.– This different kind of city guide uses an iPod to take you to Bern’s most beautiful spots, complete with audio and pictorial explanations. Discover Bern through this multimedia experience – guided, but at your own pace.

Aare Floating

Terms and Conditions for City Tours by bus

The special route used for the city tour can be driven by a group’s own bus. Conditions: One of Bern Welcome’s local guides must accompany the bus. The Center of Bern, in accordance with the regulations on road usage, can be traveled by obtaining permission to use the streets. Only the city guides from Bern Welcome are able to obtain this. Vehicles exceeding 10 tons may not pass over the Kirchfeld or Kornhaus bridges. Special permits for vehicles exceeding 10 tons are subject to a special vehicle inspection, which provides information about the axle load.

Further information Bern Welcome, Tourist Information Bahnhofplatz 10a | 3011 Bern | T +41 (0)31 328 12 12 citytours@bern.com | Bern.com/citytours

1 hr: CHF 85.–, 2 hrs: CHF 160.–: One rickshaw for two people, max. 4 rickshaws available. Get to know Bern at a leisurely pace from the comfort of a three-wheeled rickshaw. * Prices valid as of January 2018. Discount of CHF 10.– if paying cash.

Subject to change.

1 hr 30 min: CHF 78.– per person (15 people or more) This guided rubber dinghy trip allows you to discover the city of Bern from the unfamiliar perspective of the Aare river (June–September). Small groups upon request.

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Gala Dinner Gastronomy is the best way to experience a destination and integrating tastings and dinners with the most famous regional products. Whether it's a Michelin Star, 17 Gault Millau points or outdoor fondue, Bern and the surrounding region offer an unprecedented diversity of culinary delights.

Restaurant of tradition with unique cachet.

Classical dishes from Verdi’s home, the region of Emiglia-Romagna, as spaghettini «alla Traviata», bollito misto, filetto «Giuseppe Verdi».

One of the most magnificent restaurants in Switzerland.

Where «cucina italiana» (carpaccio, pasta, risotto) perfectly weds Swiss kitchen (sliced veal Zurich style with roesti potatoes, original «Berner Platte»).

Verdi

Kornhauskeller

Gerechtigkeitsgasse 7 3011 Bern +41 31 312 63 68 verdi-bern.ch

Kornhausplatz 18 3011 Bern +41 31 327 72 72 kornhaus-bern.ch

Kornhauskeller

The Granary is one of Switzerland’s most impressive public spaces, astounding for its spatial dimensions. In Bern’s most magnificent restaurant, your guests will enjoy festive banquets in an exciting atmosphere.

Gala banquet for up to 700 persons.

Stufenbau Eventlocation

Four different rooms in a beautiful factory setting. The modern infrastructure and extraordinary ambience – a cross between lounge and factory – provide for a lot of options.

Seating for up to 290 persons.

Restaurant Zum Äusseren Stand

A single building containing three establishments and countless options: the restaurant "Zum Äusseren Stand" represents quality, originality and continuity.

Gala banquet up to 120 persons | Cocktails up to 200 persons.

Gurten Pavillon

For conferences, seminars or banquets - the Gurten provides the ideal surroundings. Thanks to the Gurten's idyllic natural setting, including a world class view of Berne and the Alps, your next event will be unforgettable.

Gala banquet up to 500 persons.

Lake Thun or Lake Biel

Majestic peaks and snow-covered mountains stand guard and historical castles twinkle from the shores as you and your guests cruise across the waters of a Swiss lake.

Boats for up to 700 persons.

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Dining Group Restaurants Restaurant Altes Tramdepot Cinematte Dampfzentrale Harmonie Lorenzini Rosengarten Schwellenmätteli Verdi

Phone / Web T +41 (0)31 368 14 15 www.altestramdepot.ch T +41 (0)31 312 21 22 www.cinematte.ch T +41 (0)31 312 33 00 www.taberna.ch/dampf-zentrale T +41 (0)31 313 11 41 www.harmonie.ch T +41 (0)31 318 50 67 www.lorenzini.ch T +41 (0)31 331 32 06 www.rosengarten.be T +41 (0)31 350 50 01 www.schwellenmaetteli.ch T +41 (0)31 312 63 68 www.bindella.ch

Asia & Middle East Restaurants Cuisine /Specialities Traditional dishes, own beer brewery French cuisine with Mediterranean influence

Note Next to the BearPark, coach parking aside, beautiful view of the Old Town and the Aare.

Unique combination of restaurant, bar and movie theater right next to the Aare river.

Traditional dishes Mediterranean creations

A former steam power plant, just next to the Aare river

Fondue, cheese, open sandwiches, home-style fare

One of the oldest and most traditional restaurants near the Bern Minster.

Italian, Tuscan

The Italian restaurant in Bern.

Traditional dishes, Mediterranean creations

Views across the Bern Old Town.

Modern ambience in 1950’s style.

Taishi

Fish specialties

Bernese Riviera, situated directly on the Aare.

Sushi Bar Yamasaki

Traditional Italian dining culture

Numerous memorabilia are reminiscent of the composer. With gallery & vaulted cellar.

Japigo

FIT Restaurants Restaurant Casa Novo Entrecôte Café Fédéral Gurtners Jack's Brasserie Lötschberg Schöngrün The Beef VUE

Restaurant Dalun Plattform Yù Fischermätteli Hua Yuan Boky Tien Tien

Oishii Sushi & Grill Phone / Web T +41 (0)31 992 44 44 www.casa-novo.ch T+41 (0)31 311 16 24 www.entrecote.ch T +41 (0)31 970 33 23 www.gurtenpark.ch T+41 (0)31 326 80 80 www.schweizerhof-bern.ch T +41 (0)31 311 34 55 www.loetschberg-aoc.ch T +41 (0)31 359 02 90 www.restaurant-schoengruen.ch T +41 (0)31 311 64 00 www.beef-steakhouse.ch T +41 (0)31 320 45 45 www.bellevue-palace.ch

Cuisine /Specialities Seasonal, Mediterranean Renowned for its Entrecôte Traditional dishes redefined.

Local seasonal products.

French Brasserie cuisine Famous Wienerschnitzel

Note 14 points Gault Millau. Bijou with a lovely terrace, directly on the Aare river.

Adjacent to the Federal Parliament Building, all federal councillors are immortalised in portraits.

On Bern's local mountain, reachable by funicular. Great views across the city of Bern.

14 points Gault Millau. Fin-de-siècle ambience.

Swiss, Fondue, Raclette

Tradition in urban and trendy surroundings.

Seasonal, Modern

16 points Gault Millau Next to the Zentrum Paul Klee

Steakhouse, finest swiss beef contemporary interpretations of great classic dishes

Restaurant with Sports bar & lounge near the Zytglogge (Clock Tower) 16 points Gault Millau. Beautiful view from the terrace.

Fugu Soriya Arirang Okra Way to India Maharaja Palace Domino Mont Liban Tibits

Phone / Web T +41 (0)31 332 20 30 www.dalun.ch T +41 (0)31 312 54 00 www.plattform.be T +41 (0)31 339 52 50 www.yu-kursaal.ch T +41 (0)31 381 37 89 www.fischermaetteli.ch T +41 (0)31 382 28 28 www.boky.ch T +41 (0)31 372 32 38 T +41 (0)31 370 99 99 www.fhotels.ch T +41 (0)31 311 75 70 www.sushibar-yamasaki.ch T +41 (0)31 302 01 00 www.japigo.ch T +41 (0)31 318 15 18 www.oishii-bern.ch +41 (0)31 311 51 25 www.fugu-nydegg.ch T +41 (0)31 318 18 88 www.soriya.ch T +41 (0)31 329 29 45 www.restaurant-arirang.ch T +41 (0)31 332 18 44 www.okra.ch T +41 (0)31 318 10 00 www.waytoindia-bern.ch T +41 (0)31 382 64 64 www.maharajapalace.ch T +41 (0)31 311 41 91 www.domino-bern.ch T +41 (0)31 333 07 77 www.montliban-bern.ch T +41 (0)31 313 02 22 wwww.tibits.ch

Cuisine /Specialities

Note

Chinese

Group restaurant in the Lorraine district

Chinese

Chinese, Thai, Pizzeria, Steakhouse all under one roof. Groups and FIT Recommended for business lunches and FIT’s, at hotel Allegro Group- and family restaurant, own parking, garden terrace Traditional group restaurant close to the main station Authentic traditional FIT restaurant

Japanese

Teppanyaki restaurant at hotel Ambassador

Japanese

FIT restaurant in the heart of the Old Town

Japanese

Quiet restaurant with gallery and atrium in the city center

Japanese

FIT restaurant close to the main station

Chinese / Thai Chinese Chinese Chinese

Japanese / Thai Asia mixed Korean Indian Indian Indian

FIT restaurant with innovative and modern dishes, close to the BearPark Close to the Clock Tower. For FIT and small groups Family-owned restaurant close to the main station authentic indian cuisine in the Lorraine district On 3 floors at the Bear’s Square close to the Parliament Building First traditional Indian restaurant in Bern.

Recommended for groups and FIT’s

Lebanese / Halal

Family restaurant close to the main station

Lebanese / Halal

Oriental delicacies in the Breitenrain district

Vegetarian

Vegetarian & vegan buffet at the main station and Gurtengasse

Bernese Specialities

Bernese platter (Sauerkraut or green beans with tongue sausage, pork loin, bacon and potatoes) Bernese Rösti Bernese onion soup Toblerone mousse Ankezüpfe (braided bread) Meringue Mandelbärli (almond bears) Bernese hazelnut gingerbread Bärner Müntschi (local beer)

Tips

Tips are included in prices. The amount is often rounded up at the diner’s discretion.

Restaurant Casa Novo

Bärenplatz Further information Bern.com/eat-drink

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Accommodation Hotels

Whether an exclusive 5-star hotel or a cozy guesthouse, whether a traditional place of interest or modern architecture: you are certain to find suitable accommodation in Bern. Totally there are 51 hotels with 2549 rooms.

Category

No. of hotels

Rooms

***** Superior **** Superior **** *** Superior *** ** Superior ** * Superior

2

228

2

197

11

810

2

67

2

58

1

102

Without classification

15

314

15

677

1

96

More information about individual hotels can be found in the hotel list. Hotel reservations for groups can be made conveniently with Bern Welcome.

Further Accommodation Bed & Breakfast Apartments Camping sites Temporary housing

Bern Ticket From your very first overnight stay in a tourist accommodation in the city of Bern, you will receive a Bern Ticket for your whole stay. Enjoy free travel on public transport in zones 100/101 operated by the LIBERO Association.

Further information Bern.com/accommodation

The capital’s luxury address The vibrant hotel of the Swiss government with a history extending back 150 years – the Bellevue Palace is the only Grand Hotel in the heart of Bern, the capital of Switzerland.

Special Offers

— 128 rooms including 26 suites — 12 banquet and meeting rooms, with a capacity up to 400 participants, cocktail receptions for up to 1000 guests — Valet parking service available

Are you familiar with our package offers? Do you wish to make Bern the starting point for your Switzerland tour? Together with our partner, Bern Meetings & Events, we can provide you with tried and tested suggestions, and put together at no charge, an offer tailored specifically to your requirements.

Further information Bern Meetings & Events T +41 (0)31 328 12 60, meetings@bern.com

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Hotels Bern City

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Hotel Bären beim Bundesplatz Õ The "Hotel Bären am Bundesplatz" is located in the center of Bern, a two-minute walk from the main station. 67 hotel rooms for sightseeing or business in the medieval Zähringen town.

Enjoy the Bernese breakfast buffet and use of the fitness area.

n 67 T +41 (0)31 311 33 67 www.baerenbern.ch

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ibis Styles Bern City Ô The newly renovated 3-star ibis Styles Bern City hotel is only five minutes from Bern main station and ten minutes from Bern’s Old Town. The hotel offers comfortable, stylish rooms, complimentary breakfast and free WLAN access.

n 76 T +41 (0)31 378 66 66 www.accorhotels.com/9662

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n 34 T +41 (0)31 311 02 16 www.goldener-schluessel.ch

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Hotel Savoy Õ The completely renovated Savoy is a successful blend of design and function. All the new features complement each other harmoniously: renovated rooms and plenty of modernity throughout the hotel. Its ideal location in the Old Town and its proximity to Bern main station remain unchanged.

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Unique Hotel Innere Enge À An extraordinary hotel paradise with a resort feel in the heart of Bern. The most unique jazz hotel in the world has 26 individually themed, comfortable rooms – and all at great value for money. The hotel’s facilities include Marian’s Jazz Room, the Josephine Brasserie, the Parc Café, and a mini golf course.

n 26 T +41 (0)31 309 61 11 www.innere-enge.ch

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Charming hotel restaurant built in the unique style of a traditional Bernese Old Town house, 99 steps from the famous Zytglogge (Clock Tower). Bern’s oldest guest house. The restaurant is one of the last traditional inns and offers sophisticated Swiss cuisine.

112 modern and air-conditioned, non-smoking rooms with free WLAN. Directly on the exhibition site and only eleven minutes from the Old Town. The hotel also has a web corner and parking. Hold a meeting at Novotel in one of six meeting rooms. The guests will be treated to culinary delights in the newly designed restaurant.

n 63 T +41 (0)31 328 66 66 www.hotelsavoybern.ch

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Just a few minutes’ walk from the main station and the Old Town. Easily accessible by public transport.

n 41 T +41 (0)31 301 03 05 www.arabelle.ch

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Hotel Alpenblick - welcome hotels Ô The cozy 3-star hotel in Swiss urban alpine style is centrally located just a few minutes' drive from Bern's Old Town, the exhibition area and the Stade de Suisse. In addition to 53 stylishly designed rooms, the hotel facilities are also rounded off with a restaurant with a winter garden, a gym and a conference room.

A centrally located hotel near the main station and Bern’s famous arcades. Lots of attractions and shopping facilities, the Parliament Building, and tram stations are all nearby. The 3-star hotel offers modern comfort in generous rooms. Free WLAN.

n 58 T +41 (0)31 311 53 77 www.fassbindhotels.ch

Bubenbergplatz 7

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This hotel is centrally located in Bern’s beautiful Gerechtigkeitsgasse. You will find the university, the hospital, the BearPark and the Zentrum Paul Klee are conveniently located in the nearby vicinity.

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Novotel Õ

n 112 T +41 (0)31 339 09 09 www.novotel.com

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This business, meeting and leisure hotel is part of the Westside leisure and shopping center and offers 144 hotel rooms and eleven meeting rooms. Every guest enjoys three hours of free access to the Bernaqua Water Park. Located only nine minutes from Bern main station and directy at the Bern-Brünnen highway exit.

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Centrally located 3-star hotel. 59 modern rooms. A threeminute walk from Bern main station. Indoor parking.

Conferences/seminars for 2 to 480 people.

n 53 T +41 (0)31 335 66 66 www.alpenblick-bern.ch

Kasernenstr. 29

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A newly renovated hotel offering ultra-modern comfort and fantastic views of Bern. Japanese teppanyaki restaurant "Taishi" and panoramic restaurant "Le Pavillon" (international specialties). Conferences for up to 250 people. Indoor pool, sauna, gym, and underground parking free of charge.

Peaceful green location.

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n 59 T +41 (0)31 388 01 11 www.sorellhotels.com/de/ador/bern

Laupenstrasse 15

BEST WESTERN Hotel Bern Õ

n 144 T +41 (0)31 985 24 00 www.holidayinn.com/bernwestside

Riedbachstr. 96

Ambassador Õ

n 17 T +41 (0)31 311 43 36 www.belle-epoque.ch

Schauplatzgasse 4

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n 97 T +41 (0)31 370 99 99 www.fassbindhotels.ch

Seftigenstr. 99

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The Best Western Hotel Bern featuring 99 rooms and an 800 m2 seminar floor (eight meeting rooms) is located at the heart of the city, only five-minute walk from the main station and 130 m from the Metro parking. The Volkshaus 1914 restaurant offers a wide range of culinary delights

n 99 T +41 (0)31 329 22 22 www.hotel-bern.ch

Zeughausgasse 9

The 4-star superior city hotel enjoys a central but scenic location in Bern, with fine views of the distant Alps. It offers 171 rooms, 3 restaurants, a bar, a Grand Casino, fitness facilities, an own underground parking (payable) and a Congress Centre which comprises 30 different rooms for up to 1,500 persons.

n 171 T +41 (0)31 339 55 00 www.allegro-hotel.ch

Kornhausstrasse 3

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At The Bristol in Bern, you will not only be able to recuperate physically, but also mentally. Humour – and especially the British take on it – is the recipe for lifting you out of the gloom of the grey foggy weather of everyday life. 100 rooms at the heart of Bern’s Old Town, Swiss sleeping comfort with Elite beds, in-house bar & lounge, high-speed Internet.

n 100 T +41 (0)31 311 01 01 www.thebristol-bern.ch

Schauplatzgasse 10

A centrally located luxury hotel in Bern: 99 rooms and suites, 11 meeting and event rooms, Jack's Brasserie (14 points Gault Millau), the Lobby Lounge Bar, Cigar Lounge, Sky Terrace and THE SPA (open 365 days a year).

n 99 T +41 (0)31 326 80 80 www.schweizerhof-bern.ch

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The Swiss government guest house – Bern’s sole grand hotel at the heart of the capital with a magnificent "VUE" of the Alps. A meeting place for politicians and diplomats, a setting for John Le Carré’s spy novels, or an easy rendezvous point for the whole of Bern.

n 129 T +41 (0)31 320 45 45 www.bellevue-palace.ch

Kochergasse 3–5

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STAY AT THE MOST HUMOROUS BUSINESS HOTEL YOU HAVE EVER SEEN Charm and wit make up our wellness packages for the mind.

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n 55 T +41 (0)31 941 43 43 www.hotel-lapergola.ch

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Appealing three-star hotel with 46 modern non-smoking rooms. Central location in the peaceful Breitenrain district between the station and Stade de Suisse / BERNEXPO. Room price includes an extensive breakfast buffet, free WLAN, and a free public transport ticket. Free tea and coffee in the hotel lobby. Underground parking available.

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96 comfortable non-smoking rooms with free WLAN. Directly on the exhibition site and only eleven minutes from the Old Town. 24-hour reception desk with web corner. Parking available. The guests have 24-hour access to a bar in the "kitchen lounge".

n 96 T +41 (0)31 335 12 00 www.ibishotel.com

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WELCOME TO THE HOTEL SAVOY IN BERNE. Modern, elegant, Swiss: enjoy our high standards of hospitality.

More information at www.hotelsavoybern.ch

HOTEL SAVOY BERN Neuengasse 26 | 3011 Bern | +41 31 328 66 66 | info@hotelsavoybern.ch | www.hotelsavoybern.ch

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Bern Youth Hostel

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Having undergone a complete refit and acquired a new extension, Bern Youth Hostel, perfectly located between the Parliament Building of Switzerland and the Aare river, will be looking even more magnificent from the end of March 2018.

Boasting two light and airy seminar rooms, this comfortable, modern building is also ideally suited for events such as corporate dinners, family celebrations, seminars and training courses.

Family business, close to Bern main station.

Creatively adapted cuisine, cultivated service in restaurant and function room. Disco Bar "The Club".

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n 50 a 184 T +41 (0)31 326 11 11 www.youthhostel.ch/bern

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The young hotel in a more than 100-year-old listed building.

Situated at the heart of the Bern Old Town, right on the Aare river and next to the BearPark, the hotel is the perfect location for all lovers of the special and unconventional.

A cozy hotel in the heart of the Old Town offering simply furnished rooms, the stylish Junkere Bar and free internet.

n 13 T +41 (0)31 311 86 86 www.hotelnydeck.ch

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n 45 T +41 (0)31 552 15 15 www.nationalbern.ch

Hirschengraben 24

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n 46 T +41 (0)31 332 23 43 www.waldhorn.ch

Waldhöheweg 2

This 3-star hotel is a fantastic destination for holidaymakers and business travelers: as an oasis of calm, each and every day the hotel offers genuine hospitality and recuperation from the hustle and bustle of daily life, right in the middle of a vibrant city.

In 2013 it was named the friendliest hotel in Bern. All of the guest rooms were renovated in 2017.

The Metropole, situated in the heart of Bern, has 103 beds in 59 functionally furnished single, double, triple and quadruple rooms. Make the most of the hotel's perfect location.

A wide range of cultural activities and attractive shops nestled below the arcades are within walking distance of the hotel.

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Hotel Kreuz has 157 beds in newly renovated single, double, triple and family rooms, as well as 600m2 of event space for business and private occasions. This beautiful Old Town building is located in the heart of Bern just a few steps away from Bern main station and the Parliament Building.

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n 59 T +41 (0)31 329 94 94 www.hotelmetropole.ch

Zeughausgasse 28

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n 103 T +41 (0)31 329 95 95 www.kreuzbern.ch

Zeughausgasse 41

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Your city hotel in Bern.

Quiet neighborhood without traffic noise but still near the Old Town and the city center. In short walking distance of the tram, exhibition area and the sports stadiums. Free parking.

Entire building renovated in 2017.

Breakfast included. Restaurants in the area.

n 17 T +41 (0)31 333 01 17 www.hotel-jardin.ch

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n 10 a 26 (+4) T +41 (0)31 348 03 05 www.albertfrida.ch

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Marthahaus

102 affordable non-smoking rooms. Directly on the exhibition site and only 11 minutes from the Old Town. 24-hour reception with web corner and catering facilities.

The Marthahaus Hotel offers you individually and very tastefully furnished rooms in a quiet residential area of Bern, near the centre, the Old Town, the main station, the BERNEXPO, the Stade de Suisse and the PostFinance Arena.

n 102 T +41 (0)31 335 12 00 www.ibishotel.com

n 40 T +41 (0)31 332 41 35 www.marthahaus.ch

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Bern Backpackers Hotel Glocke

Hostel 77

Bern Backpackers is the most centrally located hostel in Bern.

The historic building is part of the city’s UNESCO World Heritage. Close to restaurants, bars, clubs, museums and theatres.

Make Bern your base for easy day trips to Interlaken, Jungfrau, Lucerne, Basel, Geneva, Zurich etc. 2 to 6 bed dorms, single rooms, double rooms with or without shower / WC.

Hostel 77 offers reasonably priced accommodations in single, double, and multiple-occupancy rooms, including breakfast. The hostel is situated near the Old Town, the Gurten, and the Aare river; and it’s an ideal and comfortable location for individual travelers, groups and families. It also features a bistro and a guest kitchen.

n 24 a 76 T +41 (0)31 311 37 71 www.bernbackpackers.ch

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n 29 a 116 T +41 (0)31 332 41 35 www.hostel77.ch

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Ziegelhüsi Gastronomie & Hotel

Gasthof Bären Ranflüh

The Hotel Moosegg, located in the picturesque and hilly Emmental valley only a 30-minute drive from Bern and Thun, offers modern country cooking. You can also enjoy the breathtaking view of the Bernese Alps, sit back, and relax.

The Ziegelhüsi is in a rural setting but is still very close to Bern city centre and the BERNEXPO grounds. The 13 rooms are bright, functional and welcoming. All rooms are nonsmoking and feature a WC, shower, hair dryer, flat-screen TV and WLAN.

Cozy country hotel with newly renovated rooms and all the mod cons. A peaceful, idyllic location amid nature. Fine cuisine with lots of Swiss specialties. Perfect for various hiking or cycling trails. Experience the typical Emmental hospitality!

n 22 T +41 (0)34 409 06 06 www.moosegg.ch

n 13 T +41 (0)31 931 40 38 www.ziegelhuesi.ch

n 9 T +41 (0)34 496 59 00 www.baeren-ranflueh.ch

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Hine Adon Hotel - Belp (BERN Airport) Modern, luxurious apartments with hotel-service. Calm.

Kitchen in each residence. 24h self-check in. Private Parking.

Free WLAN. Central. Bern – BERN Airport five minutes, Train: BERN Airport – City 15 minutes

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n 19 T +41 (0)34 435 18 81 www.lueg.ch

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Eichenweg 4-6 3123 Belp (Bern Airport)

n 46 T +41 (0)31 530 07 07 www.hineadon.com

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Hotel Auberge Langenthal

Hotel Landhaus Burgdorf

Hotel Orchidee is located in the heart of the historic Old Town.

Fifteen lovingly designed hotel rooms and a roof terrace with spectacular views over the Zähringen city await you. As a member of the LebensART Foundation, Hotel Orchidee offers employment for people with disabilities.

Enjoy a warm welcome, top-class service, an inspiring setting and a relaxing ambience. Our mansion house offers a choice of individually designed rooms. You can also look forward to enjoying outstanding cuisine in our gourmet restaurant, our bistro and our garden terrace. We also offer modern seminar rooms and a sauna

Renovated in 2016, the Landhaus Burgdorf is enticingly furnished in a modern and cozy style. Experience newly presented Emmental tradition and handicrafts. Enjoy the great value rooms or an event in the beautiful, listed theater hall.

n 15 T +41 (0)34 420 77 77 www.hotel-orchidee.ch

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n 16 T +41 (0)62 926 60 10 www.auberge-langenthal.ch

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Hotel Kreuz Herzogenbuchsee

The Gasthof Alpenblick welcomes you with tranquility and panoramic views of the Bernese Alps. All rooms have a shower/ WC, WLAN, TV, radio. The traditional family business also offers an exceptional, authentic, and regional range of dishes in a rustic atmosphere.

Traditional hotel with 12 rooms. Individual furnished rooms meet the charm from the past with today's comfort. Whether by ones or twos, for business reasons or leisure time: an overnight stay in one of the Bijou-rooms guarantees a memorable axperience.

n 7 T +41 (0)31 931 40 07 www.ferenberg .ch

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n 20 T +41 (0)31 849 02 14 www.baeren-niederscherli.ch

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The "Bären" consists of three historic Emmental buildings from the Baroque era, and together with the church and village square is a monument of national importance. Where tradition is modern – the Bären combines warm hospitality with an enjoyable experience.

Double rooms, quietly located in Wabern on the outskirts of Bern. Smart r­ ­e staurant. Various function rooms for banquets /meetings.

n 7 T +41 (0)31 961 39 81 www.maygut.ch

Kirchgasse 1 3360 Herzogenbuchsee

n 12 T +41 (0)62 531 52 30 www.kreuz-herzogenbuchsee.ch

n 12 T +41 (0)31 422 29 92 www.landhaus-burgdorf.ch

Sägegasse 33 3400 Burgdorf

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Unparalleled in the Emmental, perfect for a romantic weekend get-away or a seminar. You will find gourmet and traditional regional cuisine, attractive wine menu and whiskey bar, an AVO cigar lounge, stylish themed rooms, as well as an exclusive spa area at the Landgasthof Lueg.

A recently renovated hotel with roomy non-smoking rooms offering modern furnishings. Perfect for private and business guests. Open 365 days a year, check-in any time from 2 p.m. thanks to key safe. The hotel is 17 minutes from Bern via suburban railway. Free parking.

n 30 T +41 (0)62 959 00 88 www.baeren-duerrenroth.ch

Zollbrückstrasse 35 3439 Ranflüh

The "Sternen" is a traditional, family run business with a magnificent location in Guggisberg, 30 minutes away from Bern, Fribourg and Thun. The double rooms, with magnificent views of the Fribourg Alps, have modern furnishings and are wheelchair accessible.

A historic town hotel in the heart of Langenthal. Unique designer and baroque style. Fresh, creative cuisine served in the restaurant, Bärenstube "Bear lounge", bar, and terrace. Fantastic spaces for seminars and banquets. Impressive baroque hall for wedding receptions and corporate celebrations.

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Hotel Bären Niederscherli

Schwarzenburgstr. 799 3145 Niederscherli

Bernstrasse 7 3066 Deisswil/Stettlen

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n 37 T +41 (0)62 919 17 17 www.baeren-langenthal.ch

St. Urbanstrasse 1 4900 Langenthal

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A boutique hotel in the former town hall, dating from 1750.

Located in the historic Old Town. All bathrooms have a free-standing bathtub. Free internet access. Seasonal cuisine to a high standard. Ballroom. Seminar rooms with natural light. Vaulted cellar.

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n 9 T +41 (0)31 736 10 10 www.sternen-guggisberg.ch

Dorf 3158 Guggisberg

Romantik Hotel Stadthaus Burgdorf Õ

n 30 T +41 (0)34 493 77 77 www.kemmeriboden.ch

Kemmeriboden 6197 Schangnau

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Whether you are organising a banquet, wedding, event or seminar, it will be both elegant and stylish. You can choose from the rooms accommodating up to 120 guests, as well as the separate "Von Scharnachtal Pavilion". The 49 modern yet historic rooms offer the perfect setting for all guests.

n 18 T +41 (0)34 428 80 00 www.stadthaus.ch

Kirchbühl 2 3400 Burgdorf

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Schloss Hünigen Õ

n 49 T +41 (0)31 791 26 11 www.schlosshuenigen.ch

Freimettingenstrasse 9 3510 Konolfingen

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Right on the edge of the city, not far from the highway exit and easy to reach via public transport, this traditional yet modern establishment wins over guests with warm hospitality, charm, sophisticated gastronomy and hotel accommodation, and seminar and banquet rooms for every occasion.

n 44 T +41 (0)31 950 71 11 www.sternenmuri.ch

Thunstrasse 80 3074 Bern-Muri

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Meeting Destination Bern

Bern Meetings & Events Your Event Destination

Whether you are planning a convention, a conference, an annual meeting or an incentive trip, with Bern as your event destination, you will be right on target. The unique charm of the Swiss capital, the unparalleled mixture of traditional and modern, its compact size and its location as a gateway to the Alps make Bern the perfect region for your next event.

Your onsite PCO

Are you planning an event in Bern? Our team at Bern Meetings & Events is eager to support you with inside knowledge and consult you free of charge making your event in Bern a guaranteed success.

Bern Meetings & Events is an affiliated company of Bern Welcome and your onsite PCO. We offer tailor-made services for your event according to your needs.

Contact

Bern Meetings & Events Amthausgasse 4, P.O. Box, CH-3001 Bern T +41 (0)31 328 12 60, F +41 (0)31 328 12 69 meetings@bern.com, Bern.com/meetings

Cost per participant (excluding VAT)

Option A Hotel Reservation

No charge

Option B Hotel Reservation + Conference Registr.

Option C Hotel Reservation + Conference Registr. + Collection Payment

CHF 35.min. 100 participants

CHF 50.min. 100 participants

10 Reasons for your Event in Bern

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Central Location Located in the middle of Europe and in the heart of Switzerland at the border to the French speaking part of Switzerland Bern is easily accessible by car, plane or train from all over Europe.

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Swiss Capital As the capital of Switzerland Bern combines politics and economy. The compact city size and short distances between conference venue, diner location, hotels and the Old Town is an additional plus.

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University City Bern is a lively student town with renowned research centers specialized in sustainability, health and medicine, matter and universe, intercultural knowledge, politics and government.

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State of the Art Infrastructure Short distances and probably the most modern conference center in Switzerland for up to 1,400 delegates at your service.

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Bernese Lifestyle Due to the laid-back lifestyle of the Bernese, conference participants find themselves in a relaxed atmosphere and find their time to focus on the relevant.

Pure Culture Did you know that the Swiss cross was first worn by the Bernese? Or that over 4,000 original works from Paul Klee are on exhibit in Bern? Experience all this up close and personal in Bern's 28 museums.

Culinary Diversity Whether it's a Michelin star, 17 points Gault Millau or outdoor fondue, Bern and the surrounding region offer an unprecedented diversity of culinary delights.

UNESCO World Heritage Site Bern’s Old Town has been rewarded UNESCO World Heritage in 1983 and combines time-honored history with modern, urban life.

Living Traditions Experience a combination of urban and rural lifestyle and learn more about customs and traditions amidst the picturesque landscape of the close-by Emmental Valley and Nature Park Gantrisch.

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Venues Whether it is a trendy lounge, a renowned performance hall, a panoramic venue with a view or a traditional convention center Bern offers you a wide range of meeting facilities.

UP AND AWAY FROM THE CITY! Meet, learn, celebrate, inform and enjoy – on the Gurten, only 17 minutes from the mainstation of Berne, the conditions for combining the useful with the pleasant while in company are nothing less than ideal. Stylish conference rooms, a rustic vaulted cellar and our new «Pavillon» for 500 people or more are among the choices. In every case the infrastructure will fulfill the most demanding requirements, and our knowhow will ensure that everything runs smoothly.

Gurten – Park im Grünen 3084 Wabern, T 031 970 33 33 www.gurtenpark.ch, info@gurtenpark.ch

BERNEXPO

BERNEXPO on the other hand, offers the largest open-air exhibition ground in Switzerland. The exhibition center offers eight exhibition halls suitable for events with up to 5,000 participants. BERNEXPO’s convention center offers a plenary hall, meeting rooms and a lounge and can accommodate conventions and events for up to 800 people with customized services and catering. Another plus is its convenient location, right next to the Bern-Wankdorf freeway interchange and just a few minutes from Bern's main station.

Up to 5,000 persons.

Kursaal Bern

Internationally acclaimed as a state-of-the-art Swiss venue for conventions, banquets, entertainment and gastronomy, it is Bern’s biggest convention center. It boasts a spacious glass-fronted Forum of 2,000m2 for receptions, exhibitions or gala dinners with spectacular views of the Old Town and the Alps and a multi-functional arena for up to 1,500 persons.

29 additional conference rooms and three restaurants complement the offer. Kursaal Bern connects to the four-star superior hotel Allegro with 171 hotel rooms as well as the Grand Casino Bern with its own multi-story parking facility.

Up to 1,500 persons.

PostFinance Arena

The PostFinance-Arena – home to SC Bern, one of Switzerland's major ice hockey teams – is the ideal setting for all kinds of events with professional onsite catering, provided by Sportgastro Plc. Meeting facilities and gala dinner venues include a business center, various restaurants and VIP boxes. All meeting rooms are wheelchair accessible and equipped with beamers, presentation screens, flat screens and cordless microphones. The grounds in front of the stadium and even the entire arena are available to rent, too.

Up to 800 persons.

Zentrum Paul Klee

Unique and at the highest standards – much more than a traditional conference venue, the Zentrum Paul Klee with its cultural setting offers an experience that your guests will remember for a long time. Combine your event with a creative workshop at the onsite "Creaviva" atelier or a memorable gourmet reception in an amazing architectural setting.

Up to 300 persons.

Castle Hünigen

Inspiration, creativity, relaxation: surroundings play a key role in conferences and retreats. This becomes very clear at Schloss Hünigen. The 16th Century castle is located within a romantic park with over 3,000 roses, just a stone’s throw out of Bern and at the gateway to the scenic Emmental Valley. Equipped with 14 splendid halls and meeting venues, 49 hotel rooms and first class hospitality, the castle guarantees a successful and memorable event.

Up to 250 persons.

Further information Bern.com/venues

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Technical Visits

Social Program

As a university city and an industrial location, Bern is home to experts in almost all areas who could enhance your conference. 140 institutes and clinics with 390 professors are available to be called upon for panel discussions. Various institutes and companies open their doors to specialist visitors and for the exchange of knowledge.

Why not spice up your event in Bern with a memorable activity? We develop your program with confidence, incorporating just the right mix of fun and action.

Universities, Research

Eight university faculties, around 256 institutes and specialist centers, and six universities make Bern a key educational location. Visit your colleagues and exchange ideas.

Tours, visits and specialist presentations upon request

Tabtour

The hightech team challenge combines adventure and spirit of discovery. Divided in groups the participants embark on an interactive journey through the city of Bern. Equipped with tablet PCs and GPS the teams start to discover Bern, solve riddles and tasks and experience teamwork. Innovative features such as navigation, camera and video make this scavenger hunt very special. Creativity, skills, team spirit und cleverness are asked. Interaction, fun and excitement are guaranteed.

Medicine

Visit the University of Bern’s Faculty of Medicine or the University Hospital, and meet eminent authorities in areas such as heart medicine, dentistry, and veterinary science.

Tours and specialist presentations upon request

Aare Floating

Discover the city of Bern from a whole new perspective during a rafting tour along the Aare river. Mighty sandstone bridges, narrow half-timbered houses, and the natural curves of the river landscape make this an exciting and richly diverse trip.

Astronomy

A Bern professor was heavily involved in the 1969 moon landing, the University of Bern is monitoring the rotation of the earth, and the two local observatories link Bern with the rest of the universe.

Visit the Uecht Observatory after dark

Farm Olympics

Immerse yourself in the delicious world of delicate chocolate!

Learn about the history and production of Swiss chocolate and create your very own chocolate delicacies – from truffles to chocolate bunnies. The chocolate workshop for groups from 4 to 300 persons is just perfect for your next special occasion, from corporate events to incentives.

Energy

From solar, wind, water, and nuclear power to a district heating incinerator, the Bern region offers exciting tours of all its power plants.

Tours (1.5 hours) to day trips

Segway Tour

Experience the capital city of Berne in a different way and enjoy the completely new driving experience on the innovative and environmentally friendly Segway PT. Make one of the popular Segway city tours and discover the sights of Berne. A professional guide is on hand to explain the workings of the vehicle and guide you to Bern’s prettiest spots on the tour. Never before has a combination of culture and innovative technology been so much fun.

Industry

The e-bike was invented in Bern, some of the highest-quality textiles available come from Langenthal, and a food manufacturer from Ostermundigen exports all over the world. Follow in the footsteps of Bern's entrepreneurs.

Tours, specialist presentations from 1.5 hours to day trips

Creative Workshop at Zentrum Paul Klee

The creative workshops combine inspiration through original works

by Paul Klee with the search for ideas and artistic creativity in the artist's workshop. A truly unique museum visit.

People age 4 and older can discover their personal creativity here.

Further information Bern.com/socialprogram

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