Our mission is to promote gaming, trading card games, and pop culture as a shared passion and to bring people together. Since 2021, the ERUPT Gaming Lounge at Bern train station has been a central meeting point for the Swiss gaming community - and it continues to evolve.
Here, we break with old stereotypes and create a space where gamers, trading card players, and pop culture enthusiasts can come together, forge new friendships, and share their passion. Whether it's PC gaming, consoles, trading card games, board games, karaoke, or community events - at ERUPT, people and shared experiences are at the heart of everything we do.
We believe that gaming is more than just a hobby. It connects generations, fosters community, and deserves a place where everyone feels welcome.
Tuesday to Thursday: 1.00 pm - 11.30 pm
Friday: 1.00 pm - 12.30 am
Saturday: 10.00 am - 12.30 am
Sunday & Monday: On request
We're renovating! The entire lounge will be closed from August 2nd to August 10th. We'll be back for you on August 11th.
From Bern Central Station
From the meeting point towards the platforms, take the Schanze lift to platform 13 on the 3rd floor. Erupt is directly opposite the lift.
From the Grosse Schanze
In front of the Grosse Schanze restaurant, take the stairs or the Schanze lift down one floor to the 3rd floor. Erupt is directly opposite the lift.
From the station car park
Drive to the 3rd floor of the car park. Erupt is located on the left-hand side after the car park exit.
From the post bus station / parking terrace
From the post bus station, go up the stairs towards the university / Grosse Schanze. Between the Stellwerk Club and the fitness centre, take the corridor to the rear until you reach the lift. Erupt is located on the right-hand side.