Of every city in Switzerland, Bern is probably the most instantly charming at one glance. Heaving onto a steep-sided neck of land in a crook of the swift-flowing River Aare, its calm cobbled paths, contoured with sandstone arcaded structures on both sides of the pavement have been charily preserved, beguiling every traveler through the years. And except for contemporary shop signs and odd cars or trams clattering past, the captivating city of Bern has barely changed in over five hundred years.
The surrounding hills of the city and its precipitous river banks are still copiously wooded. Views of the Old Town’s huddled roofs and the horizon’s regal Alps are undoubtedly awe-inspiring and stunning. In contrast to the cities of Geneva and Zurich, people sometimes tend to forget that Bern, once voted as the most floral city in Europe, is the country’s impressive capital, and the abode of the Swiss Parliament and exerciser of ultimate federal authority.
The small city of Bern has preserved a little town’s simple approach to life, with only about one-hundred-thirty thousand populace. The main magnetism of the city is its ambiance, where the Old Town has kept traffic out, and visitors could just wander the alleys and streets for days exploring the city inside out, or venturing on café hops, or taking a plunge in the river with locals on a warm sun-drenched day.
"Light on the pocket" hotels in Bern
This nation’s capital is like no other, even when it comes to accommodations. It may have the luxurious hotels that every capital city facet, but it also encompasses reasonably priced yet pleasant and comfortable places to stay, offering the weary traveler a wonderful refuge.
Hotel Goldener Schlüssel
The hotel facets a great place to stay for experiencing the real Bernese, true characters, hotel guests, and passers-by. This two-star hotel features a distinctive Old Town architecture, and is just ninety-nine steps from the renowned Clock Tower.
Hotel Arabelle
Only a short walk from Bern’s pleasant old town and the main station, this two-star hotel is situated near interesting Bern sights such as Bundeshaus Bern, the Bärengraben, the Münster, and the Zytglogge-Turm. Places for entertainment and shopping is also nearby, and every visitor is sure to find something, from fashion and clothes stores, hairdressing salons, designer and furniture boutiques, good restaurants, elite bars, and a lot more. Not only will travelers have a delightful stay, but will have no problem with public transport connections as well.
Hotel Isola
This bed and breakfast hotel is cozy and inviting. It also provides cooking facilities for guests, and is located right beside the city center, main station, and university clinics. It also features good parking amenities.
Other inexpensive places to stay in Bern include Pension Marthahaus, Hotel Landhaus, and Jugendherberge Bern. Bern’s perfectly potted medieval lane arrangement, with its street fountains, arcades, and intrepid towers, has made it UNESCO-deemed World Heritage Site, putting it among the legendary places of Petra, the Taj Mahal, and Florence. Contending among the world’s most relaxing and beautiful capital city, Bern is undeniably one of the best cities to visit in Switzerland.
If Switzerland is your next destination, then these three cities should not be missed. They’re some of the country’s most excellent places to experience that provides for a brilliant vacation escape. Switzerland may be mountain locked, but never underestimate the power of its capturing cultural wealth, panoramic cities, stunning sceneries, and geographical diversity that ideally completes a worthy destination retreat.
