Ganja in Bern, Switzerland - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Bern in Switzerland. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Bern in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Bern.

I just got back from Bern a couple of days ago, and as I sit here enjoying a small joint of white widow, I can’t help but reflect on the great time I had in Bern — thanks in part to the cannabis that accompanied me on my adventures.

Cannabis laws in Bern, Switzerland

It is important to note that cannabis, weed, and hash are prohibited in Bern. You can not officially purchase marijuana strains with high THC concentration in some coffee shops like in Amsterdam. Medical CBD cannabis may be available for purchase at dispensaries, but a prescription from a doctor is required, and you will never get high with CBD.

In one sports bar I got acquainted with Steve who moved to Bern 3 years ago, so he knows the local drug scene. According to Steve - despite cannabis being banned according to laws, cops are generally relaxed about weed, sometimes being smokers themselves.

What’s the Law Say vs. What’s Really Good?

Officially, anything with more than 1% THC is a no-go in Bern. But Steve put me on game — cops in Bern are chill about the weed. Unless you’re actin' a fool or got bad luck with the wrong officer, you might just get your stash snatched, have a chat, and be on your way. But yo, don’t push it. Keep it low-key, don’t smoke in public, and if you’re holdin' less than 10g of weed or 5g of hash, you should be straight.

So where do smokers purchase weed in Bern?

Despite the fact that I did not have any problems with weed in Bern because of Steve, he told me how everything works (and not only with cannabis).

Usually high-level dealers purchase stuff on wholesale darknet websites. Theoretically you may also go through all the nightmare of using darknet websites to get your stuff delivered in several days or even weeks. Website thehiddenwiki.com has all the links you may need to order stuff in the darknet using Tor browser and crypto, but this method usually works if you need a lot of stuff and have time (several days) to wait for the delivery.

If you are just having a short vacation or a trip to Bern - purchasing weed via wholesale darknet websites is not an option. Looking for dealers on the streets and in parks is still something you may do to find some weed in Bern, but more and more dealers are shifting to online orders done via messengers and payments in bitcoins instead of cash. This simply protects them from ever being caught by cops. Crypto payments are anonymous and delivery is done to selected location without any personal meetings, so both you and the dealer are secured from any possible consequences.

This was a surprise for me cause I am more old school and just “heard something about crypto”. While now all youngsters (who are usually a target group for cannabis dealers) have crypto wallets so dealers simply follow the trend. I think dealers are losing money anyway because not all clients know crypto, but Steve commented that nowadays if you do not use crypto - you 100% have a friend who uses it, so you may just send him money from card and he does crypto transaction for you. After that I remembered I also have such a friend, so I agreed with Steve.

Attitude of Bern locals to weed

You already know that good non-medical marijuana with high % THC is not something you can officially buy in a branded cannabis shop in Bern, but this does not mean locals are too much against weed 😃. Youngsters and students are definitely those who share their love of cannabis and welcome new smokers in their circles. They can not imagine a good party without having a joint or two, while it’s hard to join them if you are already a “25+ old man”.

In general smoking some occasional joint after a long working week is a pleasant tradition among many people in Bern, so no one will point fingers at you seeing how you are smoking weed, but better to avoid doing this publicly just not to bring useless attention.

As I was actively asking and discussing weed - Steve invited me to his apartment for a small party that very first evening - just a couple of his rasta friends, beer, weed and PS5 - exactly what I do love😁😁😁. How lucky I was😁 Steve told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Bern so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Steve also confirmed locals are OK with weed in Bern if you behave yourself correctly, while it’s better to avoid cops and not to have more than 10 grams in your pocket.

Questions About Weed in Bern

Is Weed with high THC Allowed in Bern?

Nope, weed with a lot of THC is not allowed in Bern. But if you have just a little bit (less than 10g), the police might not make a big deal about it.

What Happens If You Get Caught with Weed?

If you have a small amount (less than 10g) you probably won’t get into big trouble. The police might just take it away.

Can You Find Weed the Old-Fashioned Way in Bern?

It’s possible, but it’s not as common as it used to be. Most people now buy weed through messengers and pick it up from hidden spots.

Is top-shelf weed and hash a myth in Bern?

Nah, it’s out there, but you gotta know the right people. Quality varies, so do your homework.

How about hash? Can you find it in Bern?

Yep, plenty of dealers got both weed and hash. It’s not always on deck, but it’s out there.

What’s the price of weed and hash in Bern?

Prices swing depending on the plug and the quality. Top-tier bud can run you about €20 - €25 a gram, and hash could hit €30 - €35 a gram. The more you buy, the better the deal.

And that’s the lowdown on gettin' lifted in Bern. Stay safe, stay chill, and keep that stash tight.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Cannabis Has Over 100 Active Cannabinoids

In fact, over 120. The most famous ones are (you guessed it!) THC and CBD.

2. LA Is Weed Wonderland

Los Angeles, aside from being the city of stars, has more marijuana dispensaries than Starbucks. Welcome to LaLa Land.

3. California Banned First

A century ago, California was the first state in the United States to ban cannabis. This is a bit ironic when we look at the fun fact above. But it looks like Cali learned its lesson!

4. George Washington Grew Cannabis

That’s right. The first president of the United States of America grew hemp. His farms at Mount Vernon were used to grow hemp in order to make paper, rope, sail canvas, clothing, and fishing nets.

5. Fast-Growing

Hemp is one of the fastest-growing plants and can reach maturity in just four months, making it a highly sustainable crop.