Bern
10 Second-Hand Shops in Bern You Should Know
Bern is a great place to browse for pre-owned fashion. In the old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, several shops are located on Gerechtigkeitsgasse, Kramgasse and Münstergasse, and you will find more in the Länggasse and on Seftigenstrasse. In this guide, we introduce ten addresses from our list of the best second-hand shops in Bern.
Second-Hand Shops in the Old Town
Glanz + Gloria
You will find Glanz + Gloria at Brunngasse 48.
Fizzen
Fizzen is at Ryffligässchen 13.
Second Love Designer Kleider
Second Love Designer Kleider can be found at Gerechtigkeitsgasse 21.
Chleiderkarussell
Chleiderkarussell is at Gerechtigkeitsgasse 22.
ONIX Second Hand
You will find ONIX Second Hand at Münstergasse 42.
💡 Tip: The old-town shops are close together. Plan a stroll through the lanes.
Second-Hand Shops Outside the Old Town
Occas Secondhand Boutique
Occas Secondhand Boutique is at Seftigenstrasse 41.
The New New Bern
You will find The New New Bern at Gesellschaftsstrasse 70.
carla by Caritas
carla by Caritas is at Länggassstrasse 76.
Bärner Brocki
Bärner Brocki can be found at Länggassstrasse 31.
Broki Sidewäg
Broki Sidewäg is at Länggassstrasse 34a.
Tips for Second-Hand Shopping
Take your time to browse, as the best pieces are rarely spotted at first glance.
Check seams, zips, buttons and fabric for flaws.
Try clothes on, because sizing differs depending on the brand and the era.
Ask about exchanges and payment options before you buy. Each shop sets its own rules.
Check opening hours directly with the shop before you visit.
📍 Discover more: Explore more recommendations for Bern on our city page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find second-hand shops in Bern?
Several are in the old town, for example on Gerechtigkeitsgasse and Münstergasse, and more in the Länggasse. Our list shows all the entries.
Can I haggle in second-hand shops?
That depends on the shop. Ask politely, especially if you are buying several items.
Which payment methods are accepted?
That varies from shop to shop. It is best to ask directly before you go to the till.
How can I recognise good quality?
Look at the workmanship of the seams, the condition of the zips and the quality of the fabric.
Jonas Weidemann
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