Waisenhausplatz-Markt

Waisenhausplatz-Markt is an open-air marketplace in Bern where more than 40 vendors display fresh produce, flowers, handcrafted goods, and regional products. The stalls occupy the plaza around the former orphanage building, creating an informal market layout in the city center.

The location has served as a trading hub since medieval times, with merchants gathering to sell goods near what was once an orphanage building. The tradition of regular markets has persisted for centuries and continues to shape how the plaza functions today.

The space brings together local shoppers and vendors in daily commerce, where seasonal products and handmade goods connect people to their community. This regular gathering reinforces how locals choose quality and freshness over convenience.

The market operates on specific days throughout the year, with additional market days added during warmer months to expand the selection. Plan to arrive early for the widest range of goods, as popular items sell out quickly as the day progresses.

In December, the plaza transforms into a Christmas market featuring roughly 50 wooden chalets decorated with evergreen branches. This seasonal shift attracts many visitors seeking seasonal goods and festive decorations in a traditional market setting.

Location: Bern

Operator: Berner Marktkommission

Address: Waisenhauspl., 3000 Bern, Switzerland

Opening Hours: January-November: Tuesday 09:00-18:00; January-November: Saturday 09:00-17:00; April-October Thursday 09:00-18:00

Website: https://marktbern.ch

GPS coordinates: 46.94873,7.44388

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:48