Experience in Bern, Switzerland by Géraldine

What is it like to live in Bern? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Bern, as the capital of Switzerland, is very beautiful and the people are very friendly. Life is easier than in Zurich or Geneva, the people are easier going. I definitively would recommend to life, study or visit this beautiful city!

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What is the student lifestyle like in Bern?

The students have a lot to see, to do and to discover in and around Bern. There are some entertainments organized from and for students during the year.

How much does it cost to live in Bern?

Bern is expensive, but not as much as Zurich is.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Bern? Is there any advice you can give?

No, you have the possibility to share flats with other students or with people where you can rent a room in their apartment.

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What is the food like? What are your favorite dishes?

More traditional but you can find a lot of different restaurants with food from all over the world.

What places would you recommend visiting in Bern?

Go to the rivers, lakes and mountains.

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Is it good to eat out in Bern? Can you tell us your favorite spots?

You can eat very good, a bit expensive sometimes but there are a lot of restaurants with student friendly prices.

Is the nightlife good in Bern? Where is good to go?

Take a look on usgang.ch or ask students of your university.

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What advice would you give future students heading to Bern?

It is a very friendly and open-minded city, expensive when coming from Europe, but less expensive than Zurich or Geneva.