Schönstes Besteck kommt aus Biel!

Mit dem "TableWare International Award of Excellence 2022" für das weltbeste Besteck verfügt die Messermanufaktur sknife in Biel über 4 Internationale Designpreise. Das einzigartige Messerdesign findet mittlerweile in den weltbesten Restaurants mit über 100 Michelin-Sternen seinen Einsatz. Präzision aus der Uhrenstadt Biel zeichnet auch das Taschenmesser mit High-Tech Keramik Gleitlager aus. www.sknife.com

With the "TableWare International Award of Excellence 2022" for the world's best cutlery, the knife manufactory sknife in Biel is recognised with 4 international design awards. The unique knife design is now used in the world's best restaurants with over 100 Michelin stars. Precision from the watchmaking city of Biel also characterises the pocket knife with high-tech ceramic plain bearing. www.sknife.com

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40 BERLIN FAHRRAD FEVER

Berlin is as bike-friendly as they come. With over 600 kilometres of bike paths, and grandiose new schemes in the pipeline, it’s no surprise that over twothirds of households in the city own a bike. To get you inspired to cycle more, we present five perfect places to bike to this springtime.

Special Themes

14 3D-PRINTING COMPANIES IN GERMANY

Numerous companies are already using 3D-printing technology to develop highly efficient solutions and products that will blow your mind. Find out more in our special round-up.

22 TOP EVENT LOCATIONS IN SWITZERLAND IN 2023

What makes an event truly perfect? Well, the perfect location is a great start, of course. Luckily, Switzerland has many different event locations on offer that can cater for all needs and demands.

54 EDUCATION, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Ready to embrace the next step in your life? A good place to begin is by perusing this carefully curated theme.

64 HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS

In this special theme, we introduce some of the DACH region’s top healthcare solution providers. Get inspired by their stories!

70 GERMANY'S TOP COACHES – A REGIONAL SELECTION

Looking to take your business or your personal skills to the next level? Choosing a coaching or consulting expert might just do the trick.

73 SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT COMPANIES

Software is everywhere right now and the industry is booming. Find out more about the movers and shakers in the sector.

Features

20 STAR INTERVIEW: BERNHARD BETTERMANN

Discover Germany, Austria & Switzerland met up with actor Bernhard Bettermann to talk about his role in the popular TV series In Aller Freundschaft, his future goals and more.

36 THE BERLINALE PHENOMENA

Every Berliner and many visitors have their list of special moments to remember from years of attending a dearly beloved Berlin institution: The annual Berlin International Film Festival.

50 WARTBURG CASTLE: A SIGNIFICANT CULTURAL LEGACY

Join travel writer Stuart Forster on his quest to explore Wartburg Castle.

62 BORGWARD:

A HISTORIC GERMAN AUTOMAKER

Borgward isn’t a household name today, but in the 1950s and early '60s, this German carmaker was rivalling Volkswagen. Find out more here.

REGULARS & COLUMNS

8 DEDICATED TO DESIGN

Trendy interior items or unique fashion pieces at our Design section.

40 TRAVEL

Stunning hotels, top getaways and innovative attractions – check out the Travel section.

54 BUSINESS

Our Business section is filled with innovative companies and much more.

78 CULTURE CALENDAR

Our Culture Calendar is your perfect guide to what not to miss in March.

82 BARBARA GEIER COLUMN

This month, our columnist Barbara Geier talks about punctuality, one of Germany’s favourite pastimes.