café of the artists

Discover our bistro: a place where you can expect regional cuisine, genuine hospitality, and the inspiring aura of renowned artists.

Opening hours

Bienvenue at the Café des Artistes

Regular Opening Hours

Monday to Friday: 7am - 9pm
Saturday & Sunday: 9am - 7pm

Other opening hours possible during trade fairs – or access only with a trade fair ticket.

Smørrebød

moment of lingering

the art of enjoyment

Homemade, regional ingredients, and served with love: smørrebrød, tostadas, coffee, and refreshing drinks – Café des Artistes invites you to linger at any time of day. Whether for a leisurely brunch or a fine lunch, you've come to the right place.

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Meeting place for everyone

This is a place where people meet: for a chat, a break, or simply to be. Open, cozy, and in the center of the action – a place that connects.

Work relaxed

Plug in your laptop, grab a coffee, and take a deep breath. With us, you can be productive and relaxed at the same time – with practical docking stations and a cozy café atmosphere.

Experience events

What's on at the Festhalle? Come by, browse the program, and be inspired. Maybe there's something for you today?

Writing postcards

Surprise someone with kind words, a little greeting, or inspiring thoughts. Get your cards and pens ready—and off you go.

Browse in the souvenir shop

A bit of nostalgia for your home or as a gift: The BEA book, Brixies, and other memories and souvenirs await you in the shop.

OUTSIDE

Café des Artistes Outdoor

When the weather's nice, meet up for something refreshing right next to the fountain and enjoy our regional dishes in the open air. Opening hours vary depending on weather and events.

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As local as possible

70% of our ingredients come from producers with a 30 postal code. Our goal: as close as possible.

BRIXIES

Bern to go – to assemble

Our new festhalle as a miniature made of Brixies bricks? Yes, it's possible! A small piece of Mese that you can build yourself—and a real eye-catcher on any sideboard.

70 years of history

BEA like never before

From master butchers to trade fair directors, from city to country, from then until now: This book contains 70 years of BEA history – personal, vividly illustrated and with a lot of heart.

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