News
The latest developments concerning the stamp show BERNABA'25 will be presented here.
22.05.2025 - BERNABA Stamps
The sale of the latest issue of BERNABA stamps is now open. Click here for the offer.
21.05.2025 - Palmarès
15.05.2025 - Programme autograph sessions updated
Two autograph sessions have been added. Fredy Trümpi, designer of the SAV block, will sign it.
In addition, two BSC Young Boys players will be available for an autograph session.
Have a look at the detailed programme here.
14.05.2025 - New activity at the stand of Liechtenstein Post
Writing letters with style
When was the last time you wrote a personalised letter? At the stand of Philately Liechtenstein (Liechtensteinische Post) you can write your friends a very personal letter on princely stationery or a princely greeting card for just CHF 3. Of course, a princely seal is also available.
You can then hand in the letter directly to us at the stand (please include sufficient postage). We will be happy to send your princely mail directly from Liechtenstein to anywhere in the world.
13.05.2025 - 0 Euro Souvenir Banknote
A very special highlight is being issued on the occasion of BERNABA'25: the second 0-euro souvenir note with a philatelic background. The impressive motif combines the Federal Palace, the clock face of the clock tower "Zytglogge", the Lake Biel ship ‘Stadt Biel’ and the official logo of the exhibition to create a unique collector's item.
The note is available exclusively during the four days of the exhibition - for CHF 4.00 - directly at the stand of the organising committee, from dealers or from the vending machine on site.
As a special extra for the 10th anniversary of the souvenir note, it will be issued with the gold imprint ‘Anniversary 10 Years, 0 € Souvenir’ - a must for collectors and enthusiasts!
13.05.2025 - Catering
Below you will find the opening times of the catering establishments on the BERNEXPO site.
Opening Times
12.05.2025 - Parking
The address of the Bernexpo parking is:
Bolligenstrasse 61, 3006 Bern.
More Information here.
11.05.2025 - Online Shops
Numerous dealers have set up online shops on Philasearch especially for BERNABA'25.
Take a look at the shops here!
04.05.2025 - List of exhibits updated
The exhibit list of the competition class has been updated and can be downloaded here.
28.04.2025 - Durheim Corner
175 years ago, Bernese photographer and lithographer Carl Durheim printed the first Swiss federal stamps – small works of art that continue to captivate collectors around the world today. The special exhibition "Durheim Corner" at BERNABA’25 celebrates this anniversary with a truly unique presentation.
More information here!
25.04.2025 - Exhibition Catalogue
The official exhibition catalogue for BERNABA'25 is now online!
Immerse yourself in the philatelic highlight of the year: the official catalogue for BERNABA'25 is now available and offers a comprehensive insight into the diverse programme of the stamp show.
Whether exciting presentations, inspiring workshops or the impressive variety of exhibits on display - the catalogue accompanies you through all facets of the event. It is supplemented by well-founded philatelic and scientific articles that inspire further reading.
Click here to download the catalogue!
24.04.2025 - Jury of the Stamp Collages of the Youth Philately
Over 40 collages were submitted for BERNABA'25.
The grand jury will take place on Friday, 16 May 2025, from 12:00 to 14:00.
The first three winners will receive their prizes in cash.
Jury-Team:
- Kimberley Senn, OC BERNABA'25
- Corina Meier, Post Liechtenstein
- Kurt Strässle, Swiss Post
21.04.2025 - Palmarès Programme
The official evening programme of the Palmarès at BERNABA'25 has just come out!
Look forward to a festive evening on Friday, 16 May 2025 from 19:00 with:
- Reception & aperitif
- Exquisite 4-course menu
- Drawing of the 10 main prizes of the raffle
- Exciting insights into the jury's work
- Medal ceremony & Grand Prix awards
- Audience prize draw & dessert
Click here for the full programme.
Celebrate the highlights of the exhibition with us in a stylish setting.
Secure your ticket now here!
or by e-mail to [email protected]
16.04.2025 - Revenue Stamps Salon
Discover the World of Revenue Stamps – at the Revenue Stamp Salon of BERNABA’25
Welcome to the Revenue Stamp Salon – a unique special exhibition held as part of BERNABA’25, dedicated entirely to the fascinating world of revenue stamps. Step into a world of historical documents, official seals and printed values that tell stories far beyond their fiscal function.
Discover more here!
11.04.2025 - Legends of Swiss Philately
The special exhibition ‘Legends of Swiss Philately - A Cross-Section of Swiss Philately’ at BERNABA'25 invites you on a journey through the fascinating world of Swiss philately. A unique collection of important exhibits awaits you here - carefully curated by invited collectors.
Experience the diversity of Swiss philately: from pre-philately to the coveted cantonal stamps, the legendary Strubel, the Sitting and Standing Helvetia and the UPU stamps. But that is by no means all!
The exhibition also features a large collection of sheets, Pro Patria stamps, postage and franking labels and Red Cross stamps. The Kocher stamps are also represented. Local collections, postcards and postal stationery also have their place in this exhibition - a true paradise for philatelists and history enthusiasts.
The highlight: the breathtaking 10 million franc frame, which brings together some of the rarest and most valuable old Swiss units. Among them is a real gem: the famous block of 14 of the unissued Basel dove from the Museum of Communication.
This special exhibition is a unique journey through the history of Swiss philately. Be inspired and discover the true legends of Swiss philately!
Download list of exhibits
29.03.2025 - Youth
A section dedicated exclusively to young people has been added.
BERNABA'25 in Bern has prepared a lot of cool activities for children and teens, where they can not only learn a lot, but also have a lot of fun!
Click here to go to the youth page.
25.03.2025 - List of exhibits updated
The exhibit list of the competition class has been updated and can be downloaded here.
24.03.2025 - Mascha Santschi presents the Palmarès evening
Alongside her studies, the Bern native worked for Radio BeO, among others, for many years. Today she works in strategic legal communication and as a lawyer for media law.
14.03.2025 - International Reply Coupon
An international reply coupon dedicated to BERNABA'25 will be available for purchase at the UPU stand.
09.03.2025 - Stamps become pictures
The artist Paul Huber will be showing some of his works at BERNABA'25. He creates beautiful pictures out of thousands of stamps.
08.03.2025 - The list of exhibits has been finalised
The exhibits for the National and Multilateral Exhibition have been finalised. You can expect over 220 exhibits presented in over 1,100 frames!
Take a look at the exhibit list here!
06.03.2025 - The presentation programme is available
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of philately with our extensive presentation programme! From exciting specialist lectures and interactive discussion rounds to exclusive insights into special fields - there is something for everyone!
Take a look at the programme here.
02.03.2025 - Multilateral Annual Meeting
Following BERNABA 2025, on 18 May 2025, the annual meeting of the Multilateral Associations will take place at the NOVOTEL BernExpo. Further information can be found here.
13.02.2025 - BERNABA Stamps
Dear Customers
Over the past few days we have received an increasing number of enquiries about a new BERNABA company stamp (8 different designs with spacers), which was issued on 03.02.2025 by the Marken Müller company.
This edition is not published by the BERNABA Organising Committee and cannot be ordered from us.
Our last two company stamps, which complete the trilogy, will go on sale from 14.05.2025 in Bern, in mint and cancelled versions. This means that the last official BERNABA stamp will appear with the opening of the exhibition.
The two stamps are once again designed by the same artist, Kimberley Senn. They focus on the themes of ‘Bilingualism in Biel/Bienne’ and ‘Berne and the world’.
Kimberley Senn will be taking part in the exhibition and will sign your covers if you wish.
We will soon be publishing more details about the products and first impressions.
08.02.2025 - New Workshop by the Liechtenstein Post
Fancy seeing your own photo on a stamp? It's very easy! Visit us at the stand of the Liechtenstein Post.
Come by and we'll take a great photo of you or you can upload a photo and we'll print your stamps! This is our ‘stamp2go’ offer - you can use the stamps directly on site or take them with you.
12.01.2025 - Follow us on social media!
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bernaba25
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bernaba25
12.01.2025 - Opening hours during the exhibition
14 May 2025 - 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
15 May 2025 - 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
16 May 2025 - 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
17 May 2025 - 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
03.01.2025 - The Palmarès registration is open. Tickets can be booked here.
12.12.2024 - Deadline for registration has expired.
The deadline for exhibit registration for BERNABA 2025 has expired.
11.12.2024 - Hotel Waldhorn
The Hotel Waldhorn offers BERNABA visitors discounted rooms including public transport in Bern! Simply quote the keyword BERNABA when making your reservation.
www.waldhorn.ch
08.12.2024 - the first participating retailers, clubs and working groups are known!
You can find more information here.
30.09.2024 - 20th International Competition Class of UPU
We are delighted to welcome the prestigious 20th Universal Postal Union (UPU) International Competition Class to Bernaba in 2025! This unique competition offers postal administrations from around the world the opportunity to showcase their outstanding stamp collections and philatelic innovations.
06.09.2024 Patronage
The AIJP takes over a patronage for BERNABA 2025. We are delighted that the AIJP (Association Internationale des Journalistes Philatéliques) has accepted a patronage for BERNABA 2025. We are looking forward to an interesting congress and look forward to working together.
For those who are not yet familiar with it, the AIJP promotes co-operation between journalists, authors and publishers who produce philatelic literature. Its main objectives are to protect philately, promote international friendship and combat forgery and speculation. The AIJP is also committed to the promotion and protection of philatelic literature.
Homepage: https://aijp.org/
06.08.2024 Informations on frame dimensions can be found here
13.04.2024 Exhibition regulations and registration form now available
Click HERE to access the documents.
08.04.2024 King Charles III as exhibitor
Under the motto "Royal Philatelic Collection meets Switzerland", we are delighted to be able to present part of an iconic stamp collection from The King’s personal Philatelic Collection at the Bernaba.
Thanks to our main sponsor, Corinphila, His Majesty King Charles III, the British Monarch, has agreed that part of his legendary personal stamp collection may be presented at the Bernaba. This is a great honour for Bern, for philately and for Switzerland. This is the second time that permission has been given by His Majesty for His Royal Philatelic Collection to be shown in Switzerland. A magnet for the public and certainly a unique opportunity to discover and admire precious treasures from the Royal Philatelic Collection in Bern.
Picture © Hugo Burnand
28.03.2024 Second issue of company stamps from May 14, 2024.
The newly designed 2nd series of company stamps, with the new postage charge of Fr. 1.20, can now be ordered here.
15.11. Second edition of company stamps from January 1, 2024.
The 2nd edition of the corporate stamps with the new postage of CHF 1.20 is expected to be available from January 1, 2024. There will be no canceled issues of this edition. Stamped issues of the first edition are still available in isolated cases HERE.
Order form for the second issue: click here
Please note that the delivery will not take place before January 2024.
31.08. The 3rd OC meeting has taken place
The planning of the exhibition continues. Major points were discussed at the already third OC meeting.
The next step is the visit of the Multilateral Exhibition in Koper, Slovenia. It lasts from September 7 - 10, 2023.
Homepage Multilaterale Koper
18.07. Cancelled corporate stamps now available
Last week, a limited edition of BERNABA'25 corporate stamps was cancelled with the Bern 3000 philatelic postmark with the date 15th of May, 2023 - 10:00 am. in various versions. They are available now. Click here for the order form. First come, first served.
08.07. Corporate Stamps Cancellation
On July 12, the ordered corporate stamps will be stamped at the stamp service Lyss with the Bern 3000 philatelic postmark with the date 15th of May, 2023 - 10:00 am.
08.07. Hotel Novotel/ibis Bern Expo
We reserved a room contingent for officials at our official exhibition hotel Novotel/ibis Bern Expo.
Links:
[Picture: bern.com]
