19 x Places to Relax in Bern

Escape from the hustle and bustle with these local relaxing spots in Bern. Whether you’re looking for peaceful parks, a cozy spa or fun activities, our Spotters have found the perfect spots to unwind in the city. Enjoy a stunning city view from Bench Crossover or take a stroll through Monbijoupark, a green oasis in the heart of the city. For the ultimate relaxation, head to Hammam & Spa Oktogon, where you can treat yourself to a soothing wellness experience. Explore these and many more local gems here for a relaxing time in Bern.

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19 Hidden Gems

Fähre Bodenacker

Switch sides

Fähre Bodenacker is a ferry upstream the river Aare just outside Bern, where there's also a nice family restaurant, right in some beautiful nature...

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Sebastian

Meier

Oct 17, 2025

Veielihubel

Take a time out and breathe

The Veielihubel is a great place to have a quick recharge on a busy day and relish the quiet, the sun or the view – whatever you need at the time.

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Nathalie

Röllin

Oct 11, 2025
Hammamn & Spa Oktogon Bern

Hammamn & Spa Oktogon

A wellness oasis

If you think the octagonal building – the first gas tank in the city – is already spectacular from the outside, wait till you see what is inside.

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Coffee & tea
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Snacks

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Nathalie

Röllin

Oct 11, 2025
Monbijoupark Bern

Monbijoupark

Green oasis

"Monbijoupark" is a green oasis in the middle of the city of Bern - you can come here very easily by public transport or on foot!

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Sarah

Dennler

Oct 6, 2025

Bogen 17 Kiosque

Under The Bridge

Bogen 17 Kiosque in Bern started as a pop-up bar next to the Wohlensee and below the bridge. It's quite a popular green oasis for day trippers & locals.

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Bars
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Sebastian

Meier

Oct 4, 2025
Raum&Zeit Bern

Raum&Zeit

A Drink in the Park

Raum&Zeit is a tiny, hip open-air bar in a transformed shipping container in Libefeld (the field of love!) in Bern and is part of a remarkable park...

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Bars
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Relaxing
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Snacks

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Sebastian

Meier

Oct 4, 2025

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