Walking through Bern's streets

Walking Routes in Bern

Discover the city on foot

Classic Old Town Circuit

Distance: 3 km | Duration: 1.5-2 hours | Difficulty: Easy

Start at the Railway Station, walk down Spitalgasse past shops and fountains. Continue through Marktgasse to Zytglogge clock tower. Proceed along Kramgasse to see Einstein House. Turn down to Nydeggkirche and Bear Park, then climb back via Münsterplattform for cathedral views.

Highlights: Zytglogge, Einstein House, fountains, Bern Cathedral, Bear Park, panoramic views.

Aare River Loop

Distance: 5 km | Duration: 1.5 hours | Difficulty: Easy

Follow the riverside path upstream along the turquoise Aare. Pass through Dählhölzli forest, reaching Elfenau Park. Cross the river and return downstream, passing Marzili swimming area.

Highlights: Riverside nature, forest trails, Elfenau manor, Marzilibad, river views.