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Hiking
Experiences
Summer & Autumn
Hiking
Whether you are there to unwind, to discover nature or to challenge yourself, the Region of Bern has the right hiking routes for every taste. Discover our best hiking tips here.
Our leisurely hikes
Leisurely hikes
Discover easy summer and autumn hikes with a maximum hiking time of 3 hours and fewer than 400 meters of difference in elevation during ascent/descent. Enjoy these leisurely hiking trails!
Hikes to simply enjoy
Hiking means being able to switch off and enjoy the moment! Discover lots of enjoyable hikes with great places to stop off and rest along the way.
Our challenging hikes
ViaBerna hiking trail
The ViaBerna is an impressive multi-day hike through the canton of Bern. Experience the diversity of the region in a route of 20 stages, including a tour through the forested slopes of the Jura, idyllic walks over the Swiss Central Plateau, and a spectacular trail leading through the Alps. The 300-kilometre-long trail is marked as route number 38.
Hikes with top photo ops
These hikes have the best ops for perfect Instagram photos. Discover crystal-clear lakes and breathtaking mountain panoramas in Bern and the Bernese Oberland.
Hikes by the water
Discover our recommendations for refreshing hikes alongside lakes and rivers and to breathtaking waterfalls. On some of these hikes, it is well worth taking your swimsuits with you, for a refreshing dip along the way.
Autumn hiking
Autumn in the Region of Bern offers fantastic hiking opportunities, from relaxing nature trails through to challenging hiking tours. Explore our hiking tips for the golden season.
High-level hikes
These hiking tips include stunning high-level hiking trails with the most amazing views. Discover the wonderful alpine scenery, delightful mountain lakes and spectacular mountain panoramas!
Our family hikes
Family hikes
Out of the city and into nature. Discover our hiking tips for hikers of all ages. These hikes are ideally suited for hiking with children: lots of family fun guaranteed!
Hikes to barbecue areas
Pack your backpack for a leisurely hike with a picnic at one of the beautiful barbecue areas in the Region of Bern. Simply magnificent: hiking and barbecuing in idyllic spots in the great outdoors – and then going for a refreshing swim in a lake or the Aare river. We hope you enjoy discovering our tips!
Mystery & Adventure Trails
Experience the Region of Bern in a fun way with a digital mystery & adventure trail. All you need is a smartphone and an internet connection – and you’re good to go!
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