A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bern vs. Linkoping for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bern or Linkoping?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Bern or Linkoping? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Bern or Linkoping?

Bern

The capital city of Switzerland, Bern, is a surprisingly small city with a population of only about 130,000. It's located on a peninsula that is created by the turns of the River Aare. The city is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it has a wonderfully preserved old town area. There are about four miles worth of quaint walkways that are lined with clock towers and fountains.

Linkoping

Linkoping is in the northern portion of the Gotaland region and is the capital of Ostergotland county. The city has all of the amenities of a larger city, but manages to maintain the feel and atmosphere of a quaint small town. This is mainly due to the lack of tall buildings within the city limits. Building height is restricted by the nearby military airfield, so Linkoping has a cosy ambiance that leads you to believe that you're somewhere hidden away. The university that is located here also helps create the feel of a college town. The students are well integrated into city life and help bring energy and entertainment to town, both in the form of cultural events during the day as well and an active night life in the evening.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Switzerland, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Switzerland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Stockholm, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Stockholm.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bern and Linkoping, we can see that Bern is more expensive. And not only is Linkoping much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linkoping would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linkoping and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Bern would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bern than you might in Linkoping.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bern Expensive? and Is Linkoping Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Bern or Linkoping?

Bern has a larger population, and is about 26% larger than the population of Linkoping. When comparing the sizes of Bern and Linkoping, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

When is the best time to visit Bern or Linkoping?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Bern or Linkoping in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bern and Linkoping. The summer months attract visitors to Bern because of the family-friendly experiences.

Bern is a little warmer than Linkoping in the summer. The daily temperature in Bern averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Linkoping fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Linkoping this time of the year. In Bern, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bern usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during summer. Bern gets 250 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Bern usually receives around the same amount of rain as Linkoping. Bern gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Bern or Linkoping in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Bern as well as Linkoping. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Bern this time of year.

In the autumn, Bern is much warmer than Linkoping. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bern in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Linkoping averages at about 8°C (46°F).

In the autumn, Bern often gets more sunshine than Linkoping. Bern gets 126 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 80 hours of full sun.

Bern usually gets more rain in October than Linkoping. Bern gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Bern or Linkoping in the Winter?

Both Linkoping and Bern are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Bern for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Linkoping can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Bern. In January, Bern is generally much warmer than Linkoping. Daily temperatures in Bern average around 3°C (37°F), and Linkoping fluctuates around -3°C (28°F).

Bern usually receives more sunshine than Linkoping during winter. Bern gets 65 hours of sunny skies, while Linkoping receives 32 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Bern usually receives more rain than Linkoping. Bern gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Bern or Linkoping in the Spring?

Both Linkoping and Bern during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Bern in the spring for the natural beauty.

Bern is much warmer than Linkoping in the spring. The daily temperature in Bern averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Linkoping fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

In the spring, Bern often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Linkoping. Bern gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linkoping receives 157 hours of full sun.

Bern usually gets more rain in April than Linkoping. Bern gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Linkoping receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Linkoping and Bern