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Badestrand Ipsach

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#8 out of 17
in Bern

About

Badestrand Ipsach is located on the Lake Biel and it is in the 8th place out of 17 beaches in the Bern region 25.7 km away from its center, the city of Bern. It is one of the beaches of Ipsach settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray fine pebble, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Badestrand Ipsach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Strandbad Biel, which has a rating of 8.7.

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Historical

+15 ^oC +8 ^oC

Air temperature

3.4 M/S

Wind

+11 ^oC

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Ipsach, Bern,

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Very poor

2/10

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Badestrand Ipsach is located in Bern within Ipsach, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"The beach is great for swimming and boasts a beautiful, spacious lawn. There's a barbecue area, but we were disappointed to find that there was no wood available initially. Unfortunately, there are no changing rooms or lockers to store your belongings. Be aware that parking is exorbitantly expensive - we only had a 10 franc coin and ended up with a fine. Parking is scarce an..."

Lia K.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

Access

Cover and water

cover
- Gray fine pebbles
- Sea bottom - Fine pebbles
swimming details
- Depth increase - moderate
- Boats near the beach - very few
water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

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- Natural shadow

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- Picnic area

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)

Nidau, Switzerland

Biel beach

Strandbad Biel

8.7

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Nidau 0.7 km

La Neuveville, Switzerland

Plage de La Neuveville

7.6

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

La Neuveville 0.5 km

Vinelz, Switzerland

Vinelz Strand

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Vinelz 0.5 km

Erlach, Switzerland

Erlach Strand

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble

Erlach 0.4 km

Hauterive NE, Switzerland

Plage Hauterive

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Hauterive NE 0.5 km

Meyriez, Switzerland

Schwimmbad Murten

7.9

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Good for water jumping

Meyriez 0.5 km

Cudrefin, Switzerland

Cudrefin Plage

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Kite or windsurfing

Cudrefin 0.3 km

Salavaux, Switzerland

Plage Salavaux

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Salavaux 1 km

Portalban, Switzerland

Portalban Plage

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Portalban 0.6 km

Gletterens, Switzerland

Gletterens plage

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Gletterens 1.6 km

What to do in Badestrand Ipsach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Badestrand Ipsach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

It is difficult to think of any entertainment and activities when you are on the beach. To swim, to sunbathe, to drink a couple of cocktails, again to swim and again to sunbathe, the variety usually is very limited. But on Badestrand Ipsach you can test yourself in such an activity as water jumping. It's fun and it's scary, the rest you have to experience on your own. There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Badestrand Ipsach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Badestrand Ipsach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Biel Bahnhofsplatz• 2.4km

Transport

BRN• 30.8km
Ins, Bahnhof• 16km
Nidau• 23 min walk

Localities

Ipsach• 1.1km
Bern• 25.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Badestrand Ipsach?

The Badestrand Ipsach is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.

What are the key activities at Badestrand Ipsach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Badestrand Ipsach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Badestrand Ipsach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Badestrand Ipsach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Badestrand Ipsach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Badestrand Ipsach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Badestrand Ipsach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Badestrand Ipsach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Badestrand Ipsach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Badestrand Ipsach.

How far is the Badestrand Ipsach from parking?

The Badestrand Ipsach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Badestrand Ipsach?

There are 1 attractions near Badestrand Ipsach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Biel Bahnhofsplatz located in 2.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Badestrand Ipsach?

The month with the highest temperature in Badestrand Ipsach is July. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 3°C and water 0°C. See more details in weather section.