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Leapin’ Lindy is your chance to dance in a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Bern is the capital of Switzerland but nevertheless a very laid back and small city with a beautiful old town surrounded by the river Aare. Everything is located very centrally and you can easily spend a few days visiting museums and historic sites, if dancing isn’t your only mission in life. You can find more information about Bern on the official website of the city.
Bern’s swing scene is a community loosely connected by the local association called Swingmachine. Swing dancers of every age dance to every song with a groove. There are (more or less) active scenes for Lindy Hop, Balboa, Blues, Authentic Jazz, Collegiate Shag and Boogie Woogie. You can find more information about events happening in and around Bern on the Swingmachine Website.
You can easily and quickly reach Bern by train. The train station is in the center of Bern and all locations can be easily reached. We recommend to take the train if you come from Switzerland or in an adjacent country. If you book early, you can find cheap tickets from most adjacent countries. Usually, they will be cheaper if you book from your local train company than by booking from the Swiss SBB.
Train timetables and tickets for Switzerland (including local transport around Bern) can be found here: SBB
If you want to fly, we recommend you fly to Zürich (ZRH), Geneva (GVA) or Basel (BSL) and take the train from there (1.5 – 2 hours).
You can also fly directly to Bern. There is small international airport (BRN) with direct flights to most European business centers. However, direct flights to Bern are usually quite expensive.
One of the nice things about Bern is that many of the places you want to go to are located in the city center and are close to the main train station. You can easily reach many places on foot.
If you are staying in a hostel or hotel in Bern, you will receive a free ticket to use the public transportation in Bern. It includes buses, street cars and the funicular. You can find more information on the website of Bernmobil.
Bern is a beautiful city and the best way to enjoy it at Leapin’ Lindy is to stay with locals. Sign up for private hosting at registration.
If you prefer to stay in a hostel or hotel, we recommend you check out the following places or take a look at Airbnb.
The Backpackers Glocke is located close to Zytglogge and thus in the midst of the city center. The Glocke (bell) is the most frequented backpacker’s in Bern. Here you will probably the best price for a night the city can offer you. Options reach from single to 6-bed-dorm.
Check it out -> Bern Backpackers
A small and stylish B&B at the eastern end of the town close to Paul Klee Zentrum. Every room has its own style and the cuisine is fresh and organic.
Check it out -> Bed & Breakfast im Klee
This charming and young Hotel is situated picturesquely in the old town of Berne, right next to the Aare river. The 100-year-old house has been redecorated with care and is being run by its new owners with a lot of heart. The Landhaus is a place to stay for cold winter days. Prices, however, are still in the reach of a smaller budget.
Check it out -> Landhaus Bern
The Marthahaus is a priceworthy address with good comfort. This pension lies in the Nordquartier, only a few minutes’ walk away from the city center. Also, three-bedrooms are available.
Check it out -> Marthahaus
Located right next to the central station, you can connect to all public traffic options from here. For a business hotel, the Hotel City offers relatively good prices.
Check it out -> Hotel City
This three-star Hotel in the Länggass-district offers a good price for value. This cozy and classy hotel lies close to the weekend workshop location. If you book here, remember the special offers, for example, you could get the third night free on the weekend.
Check it out -> Hotel Arabelle
The Youthhostel Bern is the the place to go if you want a bed in a shared room. Don’t expect much luxery but your basic needs will be met and you can count on decent quality. People of all ages are welcome.
Check it out -> Youthhostel Bern