Bernes Midlands
The Bernes Midlands region stretches around the city of Bern and offers an enchanting backdrop. Time seems to stand still in the small medieval towns, while the Alpine foothills and Jura mountain ranges attract winter sports enthusiasts.
Discover the insider tips of the locals, such as the mythical valleys in the Emmental or the Gurnigel/Gantrisch region. Immerse yourself in the picturesque landscape of the Swiss Plateau and experience the many possibilities that this region has to offer.
Bern’s Old Town – UNESCO World Heritage Site
In 1983, Bern's Old Town rightfully earned its place on the esteemed UNESCO World Heritage List. This recognition serves as a testament to the...
Emmental – in the footsteps of Gotthelf
The Emmental, an enchanting hilly landscape in the Central Plateau of the canton of Bern, is widely known for its beauty. It encompasses various...
Bernes Minster – St. Vincent Cathedral
Bernes Minster is one of the most important landmarks of the federal city and has the highest church tower in Switzerland. The 344-step ascent to...
Bern – historic and charming
Few cities in the world have managed to preserve their historical legacy as magnificently as Bern, the capital of Switzerland. Designated as a...
Trub – the most beautiful village in Switzerland
The picturesque village of Trub in the Oberemmental was honored with the coveted award for Switzerland's most beautiful village in 2019. With a...
Paul Klee Center
The Paul Klee Center, a new architectural highlight, was created in 2005 as a landmark for the federal city and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bern. The wave-like construction...
Emmental show dairy – the most famous cheese in the world
The Emmental show dairy in Affoltern is an enchanting place where visitors can experience first-hand several times a day how the real Emmentaler AOP is made. A particular...
Kambly – Emmental pretzels
The history of Kambly began over a hundred years ago with the Emmental "Bretzeli" made according to grandmother's recipe. Since then, the "Bretzeli" and a variety of exquisite...
5 Top Highlights in the Emmental
The Emmental is characterized by its characteristic hilly landscape of lush pastures and green meadows. The rolling hills are often crowned by conifers, giving the region an...
Gotthelf Center Emmental
As a Swiss cultural asset of national importance, the Gotthelf Center preserves the legacy of the great Emmental writer Jeremias Gotthelf. Exploring the Gotthelf Center: A...
Lenzburg Castle – 1000 years of time travel
Lenzburg Castle, also known as "the Lenzburg", towers majestically above the old town of Lenzburg in the canton of Aargau, Switzerland. This time-honored castle is one of the...
Federal Palace in Bern
Bern was chosen as the federal capital in 1848. The Bundeshaus in Bern is the epicenter of Swiss democracy. Parliament meets under its imposing dome, while parts of the national...
Gäggersteg – Gantrisch Nature Park
Experience the untouched wilderness of the Gantrisch region between Schwarzenbühl and Ottenleue on the Gäggersteg. In 1999, the storm of the century, Lothar, raged across large...
Gantrisch Panorama Trail – natural and unique
Experience a wonderful and leisurely hike on the Gantrisch Panorama Trail in the Gantrisch Nature Park from Gurnigel Bad to Zollhaus. This route is one of the most beautiful...
Trachselwald Castle in the Emmental
Trachselwald Castle, a venerable 13th century fortress, rises majestically on a picturesque hill in the idyllic municipality of Trachselwald, very close to Sumiswald. Originally...
BärenPark – bear park
The BärenPark Bern is a modern animal enclosure that was opened in 2009 to house brown bears in a species-appropriate environment. It replaced the old bear pit, which no longer...
Clock tower – Zytglogge
The Zytglogge, also known as the Zeitglocke or Zeitglockenturm, is a historic clock tower in the city of Bern. It dates back to the Middle Ages and is home to one of the oldest...
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