The most famous symbol of Bern, which is situated just 20 kilometres north of the Alps, is the Zytglogge medieval clock tower, which features moving puppets. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Swiss town also boasts the 15th-century Gothic cathedral Munster, and an equally old town hall. Find a room with HotelTravel.com.
Bern is one of the most charming cities in Switzerland as well as its capital city and home of the Swiss Parliament. Situated along the River Aare on a steep peninsula, this quaint metropolis has barely changed in last 500 years. The city still has cobbled- stone streets and beautiful historic buildings. Bern also has a wide array of accommodation on offer that range from the exclusive upmarket hotels to the more moderate and affordable lodgings.
Family visitors and outdoor enthusiasts alike will find Bern is a veritable treasure trove of activities, offering a selection that is capable of capturing the attentions of holidaymakers of all ages and that covers all seasons of the year. When the weather’s warm, cycling and swimming are popular pursuits, while come wintertime the slopes of the nearby mountains offer excellent winter sport possibilities.
Sightseeing options in Bern are fairly typical of a large European city, with a varied selection covering old buildings, popular landmarks and places of historic significance. The city is compact enough that most of its attractions can be covered on foot or by bicycle. Highlights include the magnificent old cathedral and the numerous pretty fountains that are scattered across the downtown area.
Bern Belp Airport is the chief international gateway to the city and can be found just 10 kilometres from the city centre. The airport maintains connections with a large number of EU cities, including Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, London, Munich and Vienna. Swiss International Airlines operates the greatest number of flights of any airline serving the airport.
Banks: 08.30 to 16.30, Monday to Friday
Post Offices: 07.30 to 18.00, 14.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday; 07.30 to 11.00, Saturday
Government Offices: 09.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday
Business Centres: 08.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday
Shops: 08.30 to 18.30, Monday to Friday; 09.00 to 16.00/17.00, Saturdays
Good location to visit various cities. We visited Lausanne, Lauterbrunnen and Wengen. We were short on time and we couldn't go to Zurich but it was beautiful. We had a nice time. The hotel was clean a...
