The Bernese bear's best tips for business

For fresh inspiration and sparkling ideas, hold your conference at Hotel Bären in Dürrenroth. The conference hotel in the Emmental provides beautiful premises and is well known for its culinary delicacies. Our special tip: Why not start the event off with drinks and nibbles in the wine cellar or in the enchanting gardens.

Are you looking for a work space in Bern? Our federal capital has a large number of coworking spaces available for hire. One of them is Workspace Bärenplatz. Centrally situated and well-appointed, it offers the ideal environment for focused and creative working.

Invigorate your team with an excursion. Feel the wind in your hair and take in the fresh country air on a team bike ride along the Laupen historic circular trail. E-bikes can simply be hired at Bern main station. And for a sound night's sleep, stop-off at Gasthof Bären in Oberbottigen. The Bern Convention Bureau will be happy to assist with organising the trip.

With a small hall for up to 40 people and a large, bright hall with a capacity of up to 150 people, Grizzlybär Adventure Land offers a range of all-inclusive packages to suit your requirements. And if you're simply visiting for food, why not enjoy the lovely view of the Dittligsee lake and the Stockhorn range from the terrace, as you tuck into freshly prepared salads, a juicy cut of meat or a traditional Rösti.

Even big bears get hungry from time to time. So it's good to know that indulgence takes centre stage on this treasure hunt. The Thun Food Trail combines eating and drinking with entertaining riddles and is ideal for both small and large groups.

Enjoying the tranquillity of nature, fishing and panning for gold – all you need for a pleasantly laid-back team event. In the beautiful Grabenmühle nature park near Sigriswil, the freshly caught fish is cooked and then served immediately. And to round off your team day out, there’s a selection of delicious home-made desserts on offer.

Take it easy for once – a team event at Zweisimmen Forellensee lake promises adventure and conviviality all in one. And at the end you get to enjoy your freshly prepared trout. The fish and grill package enables small as well as large groups to experience fishing in a beautiful mountain setting. Under the supervision of a guide, the fish is caught, cooked and then enjoyed with a selection of delicious side dishes.

Bears love honey, but they're not the only ones who would be lost without the bees. The Alpina Gstaad produces its own Alpine honey, and offers its guests fascinating insights into the world of bees and the production of honey on the hotel grounds. The 45-minute workshop delves into the life of a honey bee and how the hives are cared for at The Alpina.

Everybody knows that a hungry bear likes roam far and wide. If you like a good ramble too, then you'll be well catered for around Lenk. There won't be any real bears here, but there are plenty of hiking trails to choose from. One of them is the Alpine flower path, where your group can head out on a guided excursion with local flora expert Margrit Dubi.

Scrambling up rock faces is challenging and fun. Your team can do it too – for example at Adventure Park Rufeli near Lenk. The rope park with a difference promises thrills and, above all, plenty of smiles. The only dizziness you’ll experience will be down to excitement.

Adelboden isn't just a picturesque village, it's also the ideal base for a lively team event in the mountains or a business meeting in a sophisticated venue. And what better way to end a busy day, than with a convivial evening meal in the rustic restaurant called Bären.

The upper terminus of the Grindelwald-Pfingstegg cable car is the ideal starting point for a walk to the Bäregg mountain lodge. During your one-and-a-half-hour hike you will gain 400 metres in altitude. Once at the top, head for the Bäregg sun terrace to indulge your senses with delicious food and stunning views of the Bernese 4000-metre peaks – the perfect source of inspiration for business life.

Be it summer or winter, Hotel Bären is a homely and charming base for your stay in the Grimsel area. In the adjacent Haus Adler, the hotel has two seminar rooms with advanced infrastructure and beautiful mountain vistas – ideal for groups of up to 15 people. Home to the Gelmer Funicular, Grimselsee and Reichenbach Falls, the Grimsel area offers plenty of opportunity to clear the mind after a tiring day of meetings.

Do you have a team event taking place at Ballenberg open air museum? Then you should definitely stop off at the Alter Bären inn. This is where the collective of Ballenberg hostelries serves up everything from light snacks and Ballenberg specialities through to hearty full meals. Bon appetit!

Like Bern's heraldic animal the bear, cows are very much present across the canton. And a particularly famous example is the iconic Trauffer toy cow. During the hands-on workshop at the Trauffer centre you will carve your own cow, attach horns, ears and a bell, then paint on the typical patches to finish. A great team experience is guaranteed!

Icy air brushes across your face, snow scrunches underfoot and the panoramic view simply takes your breath away. If you're visiting the Region of Bern, a team excursion to the Jungfraujoch at 3454 metres above sea is simply a must. And while you're there, how about an aperitif in the exclusive ice bar?