Bern is Switzerland's capital and perhaps Europe's best-preserved medieval city — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 6km of covered arcades, a clocktower, bear park, and views of the Alps. Albert Einstein lived here while developing the theory of relativity.
2,5M
visitors/year
Best time to visit
May–October (mountain views) or December (Christmas market) — winter cold but beautiful
Top sights & experiences
- 🕰️ Zytglogge — Clock Tower (1191)
- 🏛️ Arcades (6 km)
- 🧪 Einstein House
- 🐻 Bear Park
- ⛰️ Alpine Views (Gurten)
- 🍽️ Bernese Cuisine — Rösti & Fondue
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