Top Things to do in Canton of Bern
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What to do and see in Canton of Bern, Canton of Bern: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Canton of Bern, Switzerland including The Eiger, Oeschinen Lake, Maennlichen Romantic Trail, Aare River, Cathedral at Munsterplatz / St. Vincent (Munster Kirche), Federal Building (Bundeshaus), Gurten, Rose Garden (Rosengarten), Bachalpsee Lake, Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls.
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1. The Eiger
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 475 reviews
Reviewed By Graeme74 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Lucked out with a perfect sunny, cloudless day for this simply stunning route. Was a bit nervous reading some reviews as I only had running shoes and clothing (and a small back pack with thin sweater and water/snacks). Climb out of Lauterbrunnen to Wengen is sharp but lovely - in the trees but regular gaps to see the incredible Lauterbrunnen valley and waterfalls. Once in pretty Wengen, it was a beautiful hike/run along above the valley all the way eventually to Kleine Scheidegg, passing a few train stops and info signs for exhilarating ski runs. The views of the Jungfrau, Monch and Eiger - as well as countless other snow peaked beauties and look backs down to the valley were incredible throughout. After some rest and drink/food in Kleine Scheidegg, it was a short walk/run up to Eigergletscher station, which is nestled right under the start of the Eiger Trail. I was advised there was snow still in a round a dozen gullies on the path - so was a little early in my well worn grip running shoes. But that, and the scree elements were very easy with just some basic care when crossing those short sections (usually 10-20 careful side steps were enough.) I can imagine earlier in year it would be quite different, and require better equipment and boots - and also on a different day in heavy wind/rain would be a totally different prospect - so carefully consider weather, as well of course your fitness. But there were many others of varying fitness and hiking experience out there, so I think on a sunny day in mid-summer it’s a very doable trail as long as reasonably fit. The traverse under the Eiger’s north face is incredible - watching the rock climbers above was breathtaking! A few short, steep ups and downs, but nothing overly taxing in each of those and the path is well defined and worn-in throughout. Amazing waterfall just before main descents start before Alpiglen. From there, it’s a long, steady and at times fairly steep descent for many km’s into Grindelwald - could be difficult if you have knee or ankle issues, but fun otherwise. Can’t recommend enough for a few hours to see some of the most incredible and varied scenes in the world! Again, just consider the weather, your fitness, time of year, equipment/gear needed and water/snacks. Have fun ????????
2. Oeschinen Lake
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5.0 based on 682 reviews
Oeschinensee is accessible by foot from Kandersteg within 1.5 hours. The cable car operates in summer and winter season daily from mornings till evenings - non stop. In summer enjoy swimming in the lake, boat rides on the blue and clear water or just have fun with the toboggan run at the top station of the cable car. Several hotels around the lake offer rooms in summer. Restaurants are open in winter and summer. The region belongs to the Unesco heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch.
Reviewed By Irrequieta - Geneva, Switzerland
Easily accessible for families with small children. The lake can be reached after a 30min walk or in 5min via a small electric bus (8CHF each way). The views are breathtaking and there is a nice restaurant by the lake to enjoy a meal. Not to be missed!
3. Maennlichen Romantic Trail
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5.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
The wide, well maintained panorama trail from Männlichen to Kleine Scheidegg with a gentle descent most of the way. Only the part by the Tschuggen flank has a guard rail. We walked early October and the trail had only a section (mainly in the shade) that was icy and tricky to manoeuvre as it was one of the few uphill sections. The views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau are simple breathtaking.
4. Aare River
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5.0 based on 284 reviews
Reviewed By 674pavelk - Redmond, United States
In august, we could see people swimming in it, and even standing on a high bridge, we could see through it to the very bottom of the river. It's greenish clear waters together with the scenery around it gives you this calm and peaceful feeling. Very relaxing.
5. Cathedral at Munsterplatz / St. Vincent (Munster Kirche)
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4.5 based on 1,083 reviews
Located in the center of the Old Town, this 15th-century cathedral sports a towering 328-foot-tall spire that dominates the city skyline.
Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia
The charming Gothic Berner Münster is the country's tallest cathedral. After the plague came to Bern in 1526, many citizens converted to Reformation and by 1528 masses were stopped and icons cast out and the church became a reformation church.
6. Federal Building (Bundeshaus)
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4.5 based on 817 reviews
The home of the Swiss national government, this building's political significance stands out in an otherwise quiet city.
Reviewed By dinosd123 - Athens, Greece
Beautiful building, nice outside standing and very nice surroundings. A very peaceful area, everything moving just nice and very, very calm, quite a few shops and coffee shops around and an excellent place to walk around and watch.
7. Gurten
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4.5 based on 818 reviews
Climb to 858 metres above sea level on the Gurten funicular, by bicycle or on foot, and take in breath-taking views of the capital, the Jura and the Alps. Gurten Park offers a programme of pampering and leisure activities for families, athletes, music fans and gourmets. Montez à 858 mètres au-dessus du niveau de la mer avec le funiculaire du Gurten, à vélo ou à pied et admirez la vue époustouflante sur la capitale, le Jura et les Alpes. Le Gurten propose tout un programme de bien-être et de loisir pour les familles, les sportifs, les amateurs de musique et les gourmets.
Reviewed By 588jurgenr - London, United Kingdom
Take the funicular up (every 15min) and enjoy the magnificent views of Bern ... and of the mountain range: on days with good visibility you’ll be able to see the famous Bernese Alps with mountains such as the Jungfrau, Eiger and Moench!
8. Rose Garden (Rosengarten)
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4.5 based on 1,591 reviews
Reviewed By inhale-exhale321 - Switzerland, null
Come here on a summer evening with your sweetheart or a group of friends, bring a picnic or get a take-away coffee at Rosengarten restaurant and simply enjoy the view over Bern, the Aare river and surroundings. This is very popular with locals and tourists alike.
9. Bachalpsee Lake
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4.5 based on 632 reviews
He painted the Jungfrau and the Schynige Platte, but Ferdinand Hodler never committed Lake Bachalpsee to canvas. The glacial water reflecting the Schreckhorn in the calm air would have been entirely in keeping with the taste of the well-known symbolist. Many others discovered the beauty of the "blue jewel". Lake Bachalpsee travels around the world as a postcard. However: no photo are able capture the radiance of the lake. You need to go there and see it for yourself. That doesn't require much effort. Lake Bachalpsee can be reached from First on foot in less than an hour.
Reviewed By Xabbu - Zurich, Switzerland
Bachalpsee is an extremely scenic lake and can be reached by an easy hike from First. Definitely worth visiting.
10. Lauterbrunnen Valley Waterfalls
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4.5 based on 1,054 reviews
Reviewed By erikapst72 - Jacksonville, United States
Swiss Alps are breathtaking, all worth it...ready for my next adventure. The Alpine region of Switzerland, conventionally referred to as the Swiss Alps, represents a major natural feature of the country and is, along with the Swiss Plateau and the Swiss portion of the Jura Mountains, one of its three main physiographic regions
