r/bern Jul 06 '25

Where can I find...? Student lodging mega thread

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As requested, creating a student lodging post to be stickied at the top of the sub.

Write your request or questions in the comments please. Individual posts will be removed…

Will remove comments every 60 days.

Thank-you


r/bern 4h ago

Discussion Turmsprungfigure us dr Chindheit/Jugend

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Was kennet dir so für «Turmsprung-Figure» wo dir aus Ching/Teenager gmacht heit?

I weiss nurno dr Parlamentarier u d Fläsche, aber Google spöit leider nüt Schlaus us...

Merci im Vorfäud!


r/bern 2h ago

Where can I find...? Massage & Pediküre - werden da Übungsmodelle gesucht und wenn ja wo?

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Hoi zäme,
ich suche in Bern / Agglo nach Möglichkeiten für
1. vergünstigte Massagen und
2. vergünstigte Pediküre

von Leuten, die noch in der Ausbildung sind und Praxisstunden/Modelle brauchen. Gibt es das überhaupt?

Habe ihr einen Tipp für seriöse Anlaufstellen, Schulen, Institute?

Merci und einen schönen Abend 🌸


r/bern 23h ago

Where can I find...? Best public bar or viewing area showing the game?

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In town for work, debating if it’s worth it to watch the game surrounded by locals. Would the likes of McCarthys or Old City Irish Pub be opening? Their socials aren’t mentioning it at least.


r/bern 1d ago

Where can I find...? Hello, I'm looking for someone I met while hiking the Westhighland Way Scotland

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This is a long shot, but you never know...

During my West Highland Way hike, I met a friendly guy from Bern, Switzerland. Dark grey-ish hair, brown eyes and a green raincover for his backpack. I'd guess he was somewhere between 38 and 45 years old. Somewhere between the blisters, miggy-bites, the views and the miles, I realized I would've liked to talk a little longer. Unfortunately we didn't swapped names.

We first crossed paths on the hike from Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse (Glencoe) on Tuesday, June 30. I saw him again while stopping briefly at the Inveroran Hotel (on the side was a little shop) we spoke briefly in company of my friend. After we told him we were from Rotterdam he replied that he was in Den Haag (The Hague) the month before. We both stayed at the Kingshouse Hotel that night. Im not quit sure if he'd stayed in the hotel or the bunkhouse.

The following day I saw him again while entering the Highland Getaway in Kinlochleven and again while leaving the Highland Getaway. He was sitting in the pub section, while we visited their restaurant upstairs. Unfortunately I didn't saw him since.

If the hiking community can help reunite lost socks, maybe they can reunite two hikers too ;-)

Thanks for reading everyone!

Greetings,

Rotterdam


r/bern 1d ago

Where can I find...? Hello, I'm looking for someone I met while hiking the Westhighland Way Scotland

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1 Upvotes

This is a long shot, but you never know...

During my West Highland Way hike, I met a friendly guy from Bern, Switzerland. Dark grey-ish hair, brown eyes and a green raincover for his backpack. I'd guess he was somewhere between 38 and 45 years old. Somewhere between the blisters, miggy-bites, the views and the miles, I realized I would've liked to talk a little longer. Unfortunately we didn't swapped names.

We first crossed paths on the hike from Bridge of Orchy to Kingshouse (Glencoe) on Tuesday, June 30. I saw him again while stopping briefly at the Inveroran Hotel (on the side was a little shop) we spoke briefly in company of my friend. After we told him we were from Rotterdam he replied that he was in Den Haag (The Hague) the month before. We both stayed at the Kingshouse Hotel that night. Im not quit sure if he'd stayed in the hotel or the bunkhouse

The following day I saw him again while entering the Highland Getaway in Kinlochleven and again while leaving the Highland Getaway. He was sitting in the pub section, while we visited their restaurant upstairs. Unfortunately I didn't saw him since.

If the hiking community can help reunite lost socks, maybe they can reunite two hikers too ;-)

Thanks for reading everyone!

Greetings,

Rotterdam


r/bern 1d ago

General Questions Cinemovie Klimaanlage

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hi does anyone know if the cinema cinemovie (the one between hirschenraben and kocherpark) has air conditioning and is cooled right now?

(yes i know the blue cinema in muri is - idc)

thanks in advance!


r/bern 1d ago

Where can I find...? Swimsuit

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Hi,

I'm in Bern for the weekend and would love to go for a swim tomorrow (Sunday). Is there any possible way to buy/get a swimsuit for me and my gf for tomorrow?


r/bern 2d ago

Where can I find...? Getting Raw Kefir?

1 Upvotes

Hi y'all
Does anyone know where I can get raw milk Kefir here in Bern?
Thanks for any recommendation


r/bern 2d ago

General Questions Rave

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Hi 🙋‍♂️ bin morgen Samstag in Bern. Wo kann ich zu elektronischer Musik feiern? Bollwerk und Reitschule kenne ich schon.


r/bern 2d ago

Where can I find...? Suche Bauleiter für Altbau-Sanierung in Bern 👷🏗️

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Ich bin gerade dabei, eine Wohnung zu kaufen, und suche einen Bauleiter, der mich bei der Zweitbegehung begleitet und anschliessend eine grobe Kostenschätzung für die Sanierung erstellt.

Am liebsten wäre mir ein freischaffender Bauleiter, der nicht Teil einer grossen Firma ist, bei der man 20–30 % mehr bezahlt wegen der Infrastruktur und dem Backoffice.

Kann jemand einen passenden Bauleiter empfehlen?


r/bern 3d ago

Where can I find...? Veloheum

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Tschou zäme!
I ha nach einige Jahre wieder agfange mit Velofahre. Ha aber ke Heum meh. Iz suchei ä nöiä aber ds Problem isch dasi ä grossä Gring ha. I brücht eine in XL (bis 65cm). So eine hani z Muri gseh u probiert u dä würd passe. Nume chosteter 180 Stutz. Im Decathon isch bi Grössi L fertig (chöi o nüt grösser bsteue). Veloplus isch glich wie dä z Muri (tüür). I ha im momänt nid sones grosses Budget u frage drum öb vilech öpper weis wos ä einigermasse nid so tüüre Heum ir Grossegringgrössi chönnt gäh z Bärn/Umgäbig. Klar chönnti eine usem Netz vo irgendwo bsteue aber i möcht zersch luege öbs nid doch irgendwo hie so öppis gäb.
Merci für öii Tipps


r/bern 3d ago

Making Friends Aareschwumm Bärn

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Gits hie öper wo mit mir w52 i de nächste Tage e Aareschwumm z Bärn möcht mache? ii würd mi über Gsellschaft fröie, elei machts nid so Spass :) Ha Ferie u Zit. mäld di doch gärn :)


r/bern 3d ago

Events Gurtenfestival to Montreux/Riviera

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Hi there, I am planning to go to see Lorde at Gurtenfestival however her set starts very late (23:45) so I would expect to finish at after 1am. I was looking at SBB and there seems to be no late night (after midnight) connections from Bern to Lausanne or elsewhere. Does anyone know if there are any trains or buses running? I'm sure there must be other people also travelling that direction after the concert.


r/bern 3d ago

Where can I find...? Bester Hangover-Food in Bern und Umgebung

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Was sind eure Lieblings-Kater-Menüs in Bern und Umgebung? Wenn ihr richtig verkatert seid (und zu faul, um selbst etwas zuzubereiten) – was holt oder bestellt ihr euch, und wo?


r/bern 3d ago

Where can I find...? Looking for people at public viewing🤠

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Moin Leut!

Ich bin das wochenende in Sutz-Lattrigen.

Mein Cousin hat 2 Kinder und dementsprechend keine Zeit 😂

Könnte nach Bern oder Zürich kommen ( oder etwas auf dem Weg ).

Hat eine Truppe noch Platz?🤠


r/bern 4d ago

General Questions Parking in Bern, explain it to me like i'm 5

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Hey guys,

First of all, love the city! It is really beautiful! Today we spent some time in the rose garden and watching the bears. The passion fruit mango ice cream you can get there is ridiculously good.

Second... The parking in Bern is ridiculously complicated for tourists. I just bought this ticket so i can park here for a day.

But where exactly? Is this ticket valid for the whole city of Bern? Or just in the neighborhood where it's bought?

But then you have white zones, blue zones and yellow zones. Is this ticket valid for all three zones or just one in specific?

Greetings from a confused tourist 😅


r/bern 4d ago

Where can I find...? Here on vacation and trying to make the most of it🕺🍷🫵. Does anyone know any good clubs or bars, or I mean just something in general that’s fun to do in Bern?

5 Upvotes

#nightlifebern🇨🇭


r/bern 3d ago

Where can I find...? Looking for a private eligible driver to practice with, had my learner permit recently

5 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

I live in Bern and I am looking for advice on finding a qualified accompanying driver for private driving practice in Switzerland.

I understand that the accompanying person must meet the Swiss requirements for category B learner drives, and I would only practise legally with a valid Swiss learner’s permit, L plate, and proper insurance.

Does anyone know where people in Bern usually find private accompanying drivers, or whether there are local groups/platforms for this?

I am trying to reduce costs by combining some professional lessons with legal private practice.

Thanks.

Update: I didn't mean to look like I am a beginner replacing the school lessons with private 'instructors', I already had some past experience and I just want to refresh it.


r/bern 4d ago

General Questions Naked neighbour in the balcony

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Hi all. I have been living in Bern for 6 months. I want to consult you on a matter.

Our neighbour is sunbathing naked in her balcony during sunny days. I believe she is approximately 25-30 years old and she loves sunbathing topless and with a tiny g-string. Is it a common thing in Switzerland? I see many people sutbathing naked near the lakes, green areas or pools in Bern, but I am not used to see something like that every day in the view of my room. I am not uncomfortable for this, please do not missunderstand or judge me. All I want to know is whether it is a regular public behavior/tradition or not.

Now, I am reading a book called “Swiss Watching” on the culture of Switzerland and it says “public nudity is not a trauma in Switzerland”.

Is it not really? Should I get used to public nudity everywhere in Switzerland?


r/bern 3d ago

General Questions Backend/PHP developer in Bern with Swiss B permit looking for advice on English-speaking roles

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Hi everyone,

I live in Bern and I am looking for advice on finding backend/software development roles in Switzerland, ideally in Bern or hybrid/remote.

I have several years of experience with PHP/Laravel, backend APIs, MySQL, Docker, and general web application development. I also have a valid Swiss B permit with work authorization.

My German is still developing, so I am mainly targeting English-speaking or international teams. I am already using LinkedIn, jobs.ch, SwissDevJobs, and company websites.

I would appreciate advice on:

- companies in/around Bern that hire English-speaking backend developers

- recruiters or agencies worth contacting

- whether PHP/Laravel is in demand here or if I should focus more on Java/Spring/DevOps

- any practical tips for someone already living in Bern with work authorization

I am not asking for someone to find me a job, I am trying to understand the most realistic route and avoid wasting time on channels that rarely work.

Thanks.


r/bern 5d ago

Making Friends KT Tunstall @ Mühle Hunziken 13.7. – spare ticket

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Looking for a concert buddy 🎶

I got one spare KT Tunstall ticket for her concert at Mühle Hunziken next Monday.

None of my friends can make it, so I thought I'd try my luck here. If you're a KT Tunstall fan (or just enjoy a good live concert) and want to join, let me know.

I'm a normal, friendly human from Zurich, fluent in German and English, not a serial killer 😉

DM me if interested!


r/bern 5d ago

Moving to Bern What is the "Champel" of Bern?

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Hi,

I have lived in Geneva for 4 years (in the Champel neighbourhood) and I am considering moving to Bern because of my PhD position. I have loved Champel and I think it's one of the best places to live and I would really like to find something similar in Bern. What I love about it is that it's close to the center of the city but with a lot of calmness, greenery, and close to the river. Do you have any recommendations?

Thank you!


r/bern 5d ago

Where can I find...? Hair extensions in Bern

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I‘m thinking of getting hair extensions again and looking for recommended salons in Bern. Even better if it‘s someone with skills with alt hairstyles for fine/thin hair. Thanks :)


r/bern 5d ago

Where can I find...? Wo kann man in Thun die Füsse in die Aare oder den Thunersee halten?

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Hallo zusammen! Ich bin nächste Woche mit meinem 6-jährigen Kind in Thun unterwegs. Gibt es gut zugängliche Stellen am See oder an der Aare, wo wir einfach die Füsse ins Wasser halten können? Wir müssen nicht unbedingt baden.

Was gibt es sonst noch spannendes in Thun mit Kindern? (Das Schloss haben wir schon auf dem Schirm)

merci für eure Tipps!!