Cannabis in the canton of Bern

Cannabis law in the canton of Bern

As across all of Switzerland, in the canton of Bern CBD products with less than 1% total THC are legal — they do not fall under the Narcotics Act (BetmG). Sale, possession and use are allowed; the only requirement is age verification (18+).

THC-rich cannabis (>1%) remains prohibited outside medical use. Possession of up to 10 g for personal use is sanctioned — as in most cantons — with a 100 CHF fine. Personal cultivation is forbidden.

Pilot programme SCRIPT Bern

'Safer Cannabis Research in Bern' — pilot study by the City and University of Bern on controlled cannabis sales to adults. Launch September 2023.

These pilots are enabled by the federal "experimental article" 8a BetmG since 2021. Time-limited (usually 5 years), they generate empirical data on health, safety and market effects of regulated supply. Bern is therefore part of the ongoing Swiss reform process.

Medical cannabis in Bern

Since 2022, doctors in Bern can prescribe THC-containing magistral preparations directly, without prior FOPH approval. Common indications: chronic pain, MS spasticity, chemo-induced nausea, palliative care, treatment-resistant sleep disorders.

Health insurance covers costs only on a case-by-case basis via a coverage guarantee. Out-of-pocket: 300–800 CHF/month. Pharmacies in Bern and surroundings source preparations from specialised pharmaceutical wholesalers.

CBD in Bern: market, pharmacies, online

The CBD market in the canton of Bern (population: ~1’050,000) is served by three channels: specialised CBD shops in Bern and larger municipalities, pharmacies/drugstores with CBD ranges, and online shops shipping across the canton.

Cannabisclub.ch delivers CBD flowers, hash, vapes, oils and pre-rolls discreetly via Swiss Post to every municipality in Bern. All products under 1% total THC, Swiss indoor quality, third-party tested.

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