Lonely Planet has just listed Switzerland’s capital
city of Bern as one of the top 10 European destinations to visit in 2013.
Author of Lonely Planet, Andy
Murdock says, 'Bern itself is perhaps the most underrated capital city
on the continent. If you’re expecting stodginess from a Swiss seat of
government, Bern quickly dashes such notions with its graceful blend of the old
and genteel with the modern and edgy. The gorgeous fountain-filled 15th-century UNESCO
World Heritage site Old Town (where you can visit Albert Einstein’s former house) is paired with the futuristic
Renzo Piano designed Paul Klee Center. Artsy boutiques, intellectual bars and
cutting-edge locavore cuisine is the name of the game here. Nearby, cheese
lovers can follow the Emmental Cheese Route by bike (complete with mobile app
that guides you from cheese to cheese). The annual Buskers Street Music
Festivalis ideal for budget-conscious music lovers: it fills the streets of Old Town
with music and performances for free (or whatever you can toss in the hat).”He also added a travel tip to taste: 'Bern’s locavore leanings at the popular Lötschberg AOC, with an all-Swiss wine and beer list, local cheese specialities and seasonal produce”
Director of Switzerland Tourism in Australia,
Evelyn Lafone, says: 'Bern is a quaint and historical
city of cobbled stone streets and limestone buildings that takes one back a few
centuries. It’s also home to the world’s longest historical
shopping street which transforms into the pulse of the night with its
underground restaurants, cellars and bars.
“Only an hour by train from
Zurich, Bern often surprises visitors with its very well preserved heritage,
relaxed attitude and natural beauty,” she says. “Unlike many other capital
cities around the world, Bern is probably one of most laid back. It’s even
listed as one of the top 10 cities for best quality of life in 2012.”
For more information on Bern,
visit www.myswitzerland.com
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