30+ Years Experience
Removals to
Bern
Planning a move from the UK to Bern? Our removals to Bern provide a carefully managed door-to-door service for individuals, families and businesses relocating to the Swiss capital. With more than 30 years of European removals experience, we can handle everything from a small consignment or apartment move to the contents of a complete family home, with part-load and dedicated transport available.
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Dedicated 24/48 Hour Service
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Customs Clearance Support
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Weekly Part Load Options
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Packing & Insurance Available
Straightforward Removals to Bern from the UK
Our removals to Bern from the UK provide a carefully managed door-to-door service, with experienced removal teams handling your belongings from collection through to delivery in the Swiss capital. Each move is planned around the volume being transported, property access and your preferred dates, with secure transport and appropriate protective equipment used throughout the journey.
We offer both part-load and dedicated removals to Bern. Part loads are a cost-effective choice for smaller moves when your dates are flexible, while a dedicated vehicle is particularly suitable for larger household moves or customers who need collection and delivery arranged around a specific schedule. Professional packing can also be provided if required.
Bern’s central position in Switzerland provides good road connections from the country’s western and northern borders, but household goods arriving from the UK must still complete Swiss customs formalities. Switzerland is outside the EU and operates its own import procedures. People transferring their normal residence to Switzerland can generally import qualifying used household effects without Swiss import duties and VAT, subject to the relevant conditions. We can guide you through the removal documentation and customs requirements before your move.
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Why Choose Bern and Its Surrounding Areas?
Bern offers a different pace of life from Switzerland’s larger commercial centres. As the Swiss federal capital, it combines government and international employment with a remarkably compact historic centre, attractive residential neighbourhoods and easy access to countryside. For people relocating from the UK, Bern can be particularly appealing for its high standard of living, excellent public transport and central position for exploring the rest of Switzerland.
Popular Areas
Bern’s UNESCO-listed Old Town is the historic heart of the city, characterised by arcaded streets, traditional buildings and the River Aare. Living here puts shops, restaurants and many workplaces within walking distance, although older buildings, pedestrianised streets and restricted vehicle access can require additional planning on removal day.
Kirchenfeld is one of Bern’s most desirable residential districts. Located across the river from the Old Town, it is known for attractive properties, museums, embassies and green surroundings. It is particularly popular with professionals and families wanting to remain close to the centre.
Breitenrain offers a lively residential environment with cafés, shops and good public transport connections, while Länggasse is popular with students, academics and professionals because of its proximity to the University of Bern and the main railway station.
For those wanting more space, communities such as Muri bei Bern, Köniz and Ostermundigen provide convenient alternatives outside the centre while retaining straightforward transport links into the city.
Employment and International Community
Bern’s position as Switzerland’s federal capital means government and public administration play an important role in the local economy. The city and surrounding canton also have significant employment in healthcare, telecommunications, engineering, technology and professional services.
Bern is less internationally dominated than Geneva or Zurich, but it still has a substantial international community and attracts people working for multinational businesses, diplomatic organisations and research institutions.
German is the principal official language, while Bernese Swiss German is widely spoken locally. English is common in many international and professional workplaces, although learning German can make everyday life and integration considerably easier.
Schools and Family Life
Bern is well suited to family life. The city combines good schools and public services with parks, sports facilities and easy access to the surrounding countryside. International and bilingual education options are also available in the wider Bern area.
The River Aare is central to local life, particularly during summer, while the nearby Gurten provides walking trails, recreation and impressive views over the city.
Bern’s central location also makes weekend travel particularly easy. The Bernese Oberland, including destinations such as Interlaken, Thun and the surrounding Alpine areas, can be reached without travelling across the whole country.
Restaurants, Culture and Social Life
Bern’s compact centre contains an excellent selection of restaurants, cafés and traditional Swiss establishments. The extensive covered arcades of the Old Town create one of Europe’s most distinctive shopping areas, while squares and streets around the historic centre provide plenty of places to eat and socialise.
Major landmarks include the Zytglogge clock tower, Federal Palace and Bern Minster, while the city also has museums, theatres, music venues and regular markets and events.
Despite being Switzerland’s capital, Bern feels considerably smaller and more relaxed than many European capitals, which is part of its appeal for people looking for city amenities without the scale of a major metropolis.
Transport and Connections
Bern’s central position is one of its biggest practical advantages. Bern Hauptbahnhof is a major Swiss railway hub, providing frequent connections towards Zurich, Basel, Geneva, Lausanne and the Bernese Oberland.
Local trams, buses and trains make it possible to live outside the city centre without depending heavily on a car. Road connections are also excellent, although parking and vehicle access can be more restricted around the historic centre.
Moving to Bern from the UK
Removals to Bern require careful customs planning because Switzerland is outside the EU. Household goods arriving from the UK must complete the appropriate Swiss import formalities before continuing to the delivery address.
The type of property is also important when planning a Bern removal. Old Town addresses can involve pedestrian areas, narrow access and limited unloading opportunities, while apartments elsewhere may have restricted parking, stairs or smaller lifts. Properties in surrounding residential communities generally offer easier access for larger removal vehicles.
Providing us with details of parking, floor levels, lifts and any access restrictions before collection allows us to plan the most suitable delivery arrangements.
For people moving from the UK, Bern offers an attractive combination of career opportunities, historic surroundings, excellent transport and a quieter lifestyle than Switzerland’s largest cities, with the Alps and some of the country’s most impressive scenery within easy reach.
Our Removal Services
Our removal services include dedicated vehicles and flexible part-load groupage options, allowing us to provide the right service for anything from a few boxes to a complete household move.
Dedicated Luton Van
Ideal for: Apartments, student relocations and smaller household moves.
Our dedicated Luton vans offer approximately 18m³ of loading space with a payload of around 1,000kg, making them an ideal option for smaller household removals. Our standard service includes an experienced driver who assists with loading and unloading, with a second removal porter available where required.
As the vehicle is dedicated solely to your move, your belongings remain on the same van from collection through to delivery, with no transhipping or sharing of vehicle space with other customers.
Their smaller size makes Luton vans particularly useful for city and town moves, apartments and properties where access may be difficult for larger removal vehicles. Protective removal blankets and securing straps are used to protect and secure your belongings throughout the journey.
Dedicated 7.5 Tonne Removal Truck
Ideal for: 2–3 bedroom family homes and medium-sized household removals.
Our dedicated 7.5 tonne removal trucks provide approximately 33m³ of loading space with a payload of around 3,000kg, making them well suited to medium-sized household removals where a Luton van doesn’t provide sufficient capacity.
The vehicle is reserved solely for your removal, with your belongings remaining on the same truck from collection through to delivery. There is no transhipping or sharing of vehicle space with other customers, helping reduce unnecessary handling during the journey.
Professional loading and unloading assistance is included, with additional crew members available where required. The 7.5 tonne truck provides considerably more capacity than a Luton while still being a practical option for many residential locations where access for a larger 18 tonne vehicle may be more difficult.
Dedicated 18 Tonne Removal Truck
Ideal for: Large family homes and complete household relocations.
For larger household removals, our dedicated 18 tonne removal trucks provide approximately 55m³ of loading space with payloads of up to 9,000kg, making them particularly suitable for substantial moves involving larger quantities of furniture, appliances, boxes and personal belongings.
The truck is reserved exclusively for your removal, with your belongings remaining on the same vehicle from collection through to delivery, without being transferred or combined with other customers’ consignments.
Professional loading and unloading is included, with the appropriate removal crew arranged according to the size and requirements of your move. Access is particularly important with a vehicle of this size, so we’ll assess this in advance and can discuss alternative vehicle or shuttle arrangements where direct access isn’t possible.
Dedicated Vehicle Service
A dedicated removal vehicle provides the most direct and flexible option for moving your belongings. Depending on the size and weight of your move, we can provide a Luton van, 7.5 tonne truck or larger 18 tonne removal vehicle reserved exclusively for your relocation.
Your belongings remain on the same vehicle from collection through to delivery, with no transhipping or consolidation with other customers’ goods. This reduces unnecessary handling and gives us greater flexibility when arranging collection, transit and delivery around your requirements.
Dedicated removals can also provide faster transit times than groupage because the vehicle is travelling specifically for your move rather than coordinating several customers’ collections and deliveries along the route.
This service is particularly suitable for customers working to fixed dates, relocating for employment, moving larger households or simply wanting a direct door-to-door service with greater control over their collection and delivery schedule.
Part Load & Groupage
Our part-load and groupage removals provide a more economical alternative to a dedicated vehicle and can accommodate anything from a few boxes and individual pieces of furniture through to larger or complete household removals.
By combining several customers’ consignments travelling along similar routes, transport costs can be shared between the different moves. This can significantly reduce the cost compared with reserving an entire vehicle, particularly where collection and delivery dates are flexible.
We’ll coordinate your removal with other consignments travelling in the same direction and provide an estimated collection and delivery schedule. Your belongings are carefully protected, clearly identified and handled professionally throughout the journey.
Groupage isn’t limited to small moves. It can also be a cost-effective option for larger household removals where you don’t require a vehicle exclusively for your belongings and can offer some flexibility with your moving dates.
Tailored to Your Move
Every removal is different, which is why we tailor the service around your individual requirements rather than offering a one-size-fits-all package.
We’ll consider the volume and weight of your belongings, access at collection and delivery, your preferred dates and the level of assistance required before recommending the most appropriate vehicle and service. This could be a dedicated Luton van, 7.5 tonne or 18 tonne truck, or a more economical part-load and groupage service.
We can also arrange professional packing, export wrapping and additional loading or unloading assistance where required. Secure short- or long-term storage can be incorporated into your removal if your collection and delivery dates don’t coincide.
Whether you’re moving a few personal belongings or the contents of a complete family home, we’ll build the service around your move and provide a quotation based on your particular requirements.
Our Removals Process
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The Key Is Establishing the Volume
The first step is establishing how much you have to move. You can send us a list of the items, photographs or a WhatsApp video, and we’ll use this to assess the volume. If you already know the approximate volume or the type of removal vehicle you require, we can quote on that basis instead.
We’ll also need to know where you’re moving from and to, along with any important access information at either property. This might include restricted parking, narrow roads, stairs, lifts or anything else that could affect the collection or delivery.
Once we understand your move, we’ll prepare a clear quotation based on the service you need and work with you to arrange suitable collection and delivery dates. Where customs procedures are required, we’ll advise you on the documents we need from you and take care of the customs work associated with your removal.
Once everything is arranged, you can leave the rest to us. Our team will take care of the collection, customs procedures where required, secure transport and delivery of your belongings, keeping you informed throughout and making the whole process as straightforward as possible.
Why Choose European Removal Services?
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30+ Years Moving Families Across Europe
For more than 30 years, European Removal Services has been helping individuals and families move their belongings between the UK and destinations throughout Europe. During that time, we’ve handled everything from a few boxes and personal possessions to complete household removals.
Our experienced removal teams understand that every move is different. We offer flexible part-load services for smaller moves alongside dedicated removal vehicles for customers who need exclusive use of a vehicle or specific collection and delivery dates.
We can assist with professional packing, provide the appropriate protection for furniture and household goods, and take care of the customs procedures required for your move. From your initial enquiry through to final delivery, you’ll deal with an experienced team who understand European removals and the practicalities involved.
Our aim is simple: to provide a reliable, straightforward removal service with clear pricing and personal support throughout your move.
Key Considerations When Moving Abroad
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Documents, Dates and Planning Ahead
When moving your belongings abroad, it is important to start gathering the documents that may be required for customs clearance. Requirements vary between countries and according to your individual circumstances, but commonly requested documents can include a copy of your passport, a detailed packing list, proof of your previous residence and evidence of your new residence abroad.
As a useful starting point, we recommend having proof of residence covering the previous 12 months, details of your new address and a clear inventory of the household goods you are moving. Additional documents may be required depending on the destination and whether you are transferring your normal residence. Your move manager will advise you on the documentation required for your particular move and help you through the customs process.
It is also worth establishing your moving dates as early as possible. Think about the earliest date your belongings will be ready for collection, the latest date you need to leave your current property and the earliest date you can receive your belongings at your new home. This helps us plan the most suitable collection and delivery schedule.
If there is a gap between leaving one property and gaining access to the next, you may need storage as part of your move. Let us know when discussing your requirements and we can take this into account when planning your removal.
Ready to Make Your Move Hassle Free?
From collection through to delivery, we’ll take care of the details and make your move as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
Removals to Bern FAQs
How do you move belongings from the UK to Bern?
We collect your belongings directly from your UK address and transport them by road to Bern. Depending on the volume and your preferred dates, we can arrange either a part-load service or a dedicated vehicle reserved entirely for your move.
How long does a dedicated removal to Bern take?
A dedicated vehicle provides the quickest and most direct option because the journey is planned specifically around your move. Exact timings depend on your UK collection location, Channel crossing, route, Swiss customs clearance and permitted driver hours.
Do you offer part-load removals to Bern?
Yes. Part-load removals are particularly suitable for smaller moves where you have some flexibility with collection and delivery dates. Your belongings travel securely alongside other compatible consignments heading towards Switzerland.
What customs paperwork is required when moving to Bern?
Switzerland is outside the EU, so household goods arriving from the UK must complete Swiss customs formalities. People transferring their normal residence will normally need an inventory and documentation supporting their move to Switzerland. We can guide you through the removal-related paperwork required before transport.
Can I bring used household belongings into Switzerland tax free?
People transferring their normal residence to Switzerland can generally import qualifying used household effects without Swiss import duties and VAT, subject to the relevant conditions. It is important to establish your eligibility and prepare the correct documentation before the removal takes place.
Are removals difficult in Bern’s Old Town?
They can require additional planning. Parts of Bern’s historic centre have pedestrian areas, restricted vehicle access, narrow streets and limited opportunities for a removal vehicle to park directly outside a property. We recommend providing full access details before your move so suitable arrangements can be made.
Do you cover areas outside Bern?
Yes. We can arrange removals throughout the wider Bern area, including Muri bei Bern, Köniz, Ostermundigen and other locations across the canton. We can also deliver further into the Bernese Oberland when required.
Can you move belongings to an apartment in Bern?
Yes. Apartment moves are common, but we need to know the floor level, whether there is a suitable lift and how close the removal vehicle can park. Where direct access with a larger vehicle is difficult, alternative unloading arrangements can be planned.
Is a part load or dedicated vehicle better for a move to Bern?
A part load is generally the most economical choice for a smaller shipment when your dates are flexible. Dedicated transport is better suited to larger household moves, fixed dates or customers who want the vehicle reserved exclusively for their belongings.
Can you arrange removals from Bern back to the UK?
Yes. We provide removals from Bern to the UK as well as UK-to-Switzerland services. Both part-load and dedicated transport are available, with guidance on the customs requirements for bringing household belongings into the UK.