Car Hire Berne - Mini guide to Berne

One of the oldest and loveliest cities in Europe, the capital of Switzerland has been named a World Cultural Landmark by the United Nations. Though Berne is very much a cultural and political center, many travelers come here for access to a vast outdoor wonderland, the Berne Oberland.

One of the most interesting sites in Berne is the Bernishes Historishes Museum, (Berne Historical Museum). Built in the 16th century, this neo-Gothic castle contains historic relics and archaeological collections. Particularly interesting is a magnificent series of five 15th century tapestries telling the story of Julius Caesar.

Around the city you will find the Cathedral of St. Vincent built in 1421. This Cathedral has spectacular stain-glass windows. In the Kunstmuseum, (Fine Arts Museum), you will find works by Monet, Manet, Cezanne, Dali, Matisse, Picasso and and more.

Berne contains many nightlife, dining and accommodation options to satisfy the city’s diplomats, government officials and visitors. But for leisure, most travelers and residents of Berne go to the nearby Oberland. Here you’ll find some of the most spectacular skiing, hiking and whitewater rafting in the world. Due to the difficult terrain and complicated nature of the entire rail, ski lift and gondola operation in the region, a pass can be purchased at the train station for unlimited use on much of this.

The airport in Berne offers daily flights to many cities in Switzerland, Europe and occasional flights to North America. The city is also well connected by rail to the rest of Europe.