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Gadmental, Jungfrau Region
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Sustainability in the Region of Bern

Here you will find an overview of specific sustainability endeavours in Bernese tourism, initiatives by Bernese destinations and offers and activities with the least possible impact on the environment.
Arvenseeli, Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg
© Tourismus Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg

Swisstainable – The programme for sustainable, eco-conscious travel

Swisstainable

As one of Switzerland’s largest and most multifaceted tourist regions, we share the aims of Swisstainable’s national sustainability programme. Several thousand Swiss tourism businesses (hotels, restaurants, etc.) are already participating in the Swisstainable programme, of which over 10% are based in the Bern Region, including Made in Bern Ltd. 

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BLS-Zug, Kandersteg
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Public transport offers and travel passes

Thanks to Switzerland’s dense public transport network you can travel in comfort virtually anywhere in an environmentally friendly way by train, bus and ship. With these special offers and travel passes, travelling to and within the Region of Bern has never been easier.

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Wandern, Grindelwald-First

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.
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Cycling

Take a ride through rolling hills, a tour around the lakes or a trip over mountain passes – a bike is the perfect vehicle to explore the Region of Bern.
Diemtigtal

Nature parks

The region’s three nature parks always have a surprise in store with their diverse landscapes. The different theme trails help visitors to explore the nature parks.
Paragliding, Ferienregion Interlaken
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Experiences in the Swisstainable programme

These Bernese providers are taking part in the Swisstainable sustainability programme.

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Grimsel Hospiz, Haslital
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Hotels and campings in the Swisstainable programme

These Bernese providers have signed up to the Swisstainable programme.

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Jugendherberge Bern, Berne
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Youth hostels in the Swisstainable programme

These Bernese youth hostels participate in the Swisstainable programme.

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Initiatives in our destinations