Watch brown bears at Bear Park
Bern, Switzerland • 
Popular
Popular
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
14°C – 25°C, warm summer weather with some hot days and short thunderstorms; mostly sunny, high crowds, peak season
14°C – 25°C, warm summer weather with some hot days and short thunderstorms; mostly sunny, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Park is fully accessible; wheelchair-friendly lift and flat paths available.
Park is fully accessible; wheelchair-friendly lift and flat paths available.
Value for money
High
Free admission makes it a great budget-friendly activity.
Free admission makes it a great budget-friendly activity.
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Summarised by AI
Charming Spot
Couples found the park perfect for a romantic stroll and bear watching.
Scenic Walk
Visitors loved the views of the bears and the Aare River. Very enjoyable!
Free Attraction
Travelers raved about the free entry. Great value for a lovely experience.
Cold Weather
Some couples noted that visiting in winter made the experience less pleasant.
Hibernation Season
Travelers were disappointed by the lack of bears during hibernation periods.
Limited Parking
Couples found parking difficult, recommending public transport instead.
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
-2-4°C
Cold winter weather; possibility of snow; daylight is limited.
Cold winter weather; possibility of snow; daylight is limited.
Open
Bears are hibernating and not visible to visitors; park remains open but bear viewing is not possible.
Bears are hibernating and not visible to visitors; park remains open but bear viewing is not possible.
Not recommended
Bear watching is not possible as the animals are in hibernation; the park is accessible but only for walking and views, not for observing bears.
Bear watching is not possible as the animals are in hibernation; the park is accessible but only for walking and views, not for observing bears.
January
LOW
-3-3°C
Cold winter weather, frequent overcast skies, occasional snowfall or rain.
Cold winter weather, frequent overcast skies, occasional snowfall or rain.
Closed
Brown bears are in hibernation and not visible to visitors.
Brown bears are in hibernation and not visible to visitors.
Not recommended
While the park is open and accessible year-round, January is not recommended for bear watching as the brown bears are in hibernation and cannot be seen.
While the park is open and accessible year-round, January is not recommended for bear watching as the brown bears are in hibernation and cannot be seen.
February
LOW
-2-5°C
Cold, with variable periods of snow and rain; occasional sunny days.
Cold, with variable periods of snow and rain; occasional sunny days.
Closed
Brown bears are still in hibernation and not visible to visitors.
Brown bears are still in hibernation and not visible to visitors.
Not recommended
Bear Park is accessible, but bear watching is not possible in February because the bears are still in hibernation.
Bear Park is accessible, but bear watching is not possible in February because the bears are still in hibernation.
March
LOW
1-10°C
Transition to milder weather; rain more likely than snow, with some early spring days.
Transition to milder weather; rain more likely than snow, with some early spring days.
Closed
Bears may begin to emerge from hibernation in late March, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Bears may begin to emerge from hibernation in late March, but sightings are not guaranteed.
Not recommended
March marks the end of hibernation, but visitors are unlikely to see bears until late in the month, and sightings remain rare.
March marks the end of hibernation, but visitors are unlikely to see bears until late in the month, and sightings remain rare.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Take BERNMOBIL bus line 12 from Bern main station to the 'Bärenpark' stop, right by the park entrance.
Train
Recommended
Arrive at Bern main station and connect to bus services or walk to the park.
Walking
Recommended
Walk 10-20 minutes from Bern's Old Town or main train station, following signs to Nydeggbrücke.
Bike
Cycle to the Bear Park; bicycle parking is available near the entrance.
Car
Follow signs for 'Stadt/Bärengraben' from motorway exits. Limited paid parking is available nearby.
Taxi
Taxis are available in Bern and can provide direct access to the park.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages up to 99