Lounge Schwellenmatteli - Salsa dance venue in Bern

Salsa at Lounge Schwellenmatteli, Bern

Salsa in Bern · Bern, Switzerland 🇨🇭

Dalmaziquai 11, 3005 Bern, Switzerland
1 weekly event Best night Wednesday

Weekly Schedule

Wednesday

WED Weekly

20:00

Salsa Wednesdays by DJ Saltho

at Lounge Schwellenmatteli

salsa ·CHF 10 entry ·Weekly

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Interior bar and lounge seating at Lounge Schwellenmatteli, Bern — salsa venue in Bern

About Lounge Schwellenmatteli

Salsaare is DJ Saltho's weekly salsa night at Lounge Schwellenmätteli, set right on the Aare river in Bern. Held on Wednesdays from 20:00 to 24:00 with a 10 franc entry, it has been a fixture of the Bern scene for years. As the name promises, the night is 100 percent salsa: DJ Saltho (Thomas Heiniger) plays son, chachacha, timba and latin jazz, drawing on salsa from New York, Miami, L.A., Puerto Rico, Colombia and beyond, so the floor leans toward dancers who love the music.

The riverside lounge setting is one of the nicest places to dance in Bern, with the Aare just outside, and the early-evening Wednesday timing makes it an easy midweek outing. Because it is a pure salsa night without bachata or a class, it rewards dancers who already have some basics, though the friendly regular crowd is welcoming to newcomers willing to jump in. Dates and any schedule changes are posted on saltho.ch and DJ Saltho's Instagram.

Vibe

Long-running riverside salsa night with a music-lover crowd.

Music

100 percent salsa: son, chachacha, timba and latin jazz from DJ Saltho.

When it fills

Wednesday from 20:00 to 24:00, an early midweek night.

Live music

DJ-led with DJ Saltho; no live band.

Beginners

Best with some basics; no class, but a friendly welcoming crowd.

Neighbourhood

Central Bern at the Schwellenmätteli lounge on the Aare river.

Getting there

Central Bern riverside location, best reached on foot or by transit.

Going solo

Yes, an established friendly crowd that suits solo dancers.

Floor

Riverside lounge floor at Schwellenmätteli, a scenic spot to dance.

Crowd

Steady, friendly regulars who come for the salsa music.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What dance styles does Lounge Schwellenmatteli host?
Lounge Schwellenmatteli hosts salsa events. The music split is: Salsa (1 event). 100 percent salsa: son, chachacha, timba and latin jazz from DJ Saltho. Check the weekly schedule above for exact times.
When are dance events at Lounge Schwellenmatteli?
Lounge Schwellenmatteli has 1 weekly event on Wednesday. The busiest night is Wednesday. Wednesday from 20:00 to 24:00, an early midweek night. See the full schedule above for start times and styles.
How much does it cost to dance at Lounge Schwellenmatteli?
Entry at Lounge Schwellenmatteli is CHF 10 entry. Prices may vary by event. Check each event above for details.
Where is Lounge Schwellenmatteli located?
Lounge Schwellenmatteli is located at Dalmaziquai 11, 3005 Bern, Switzerland, Bern, Switzerland. It's in Central Bern at the Schwellenmätteli lounge on the Aare river. Central Bern riverside location, best reached on foot or by transit. Use the map above for directions.
Do I need a dance partner to attend events at Lounge Schwellenmatteli?
No, you don't need a dance partner. Yes, an established friendly crowd that suits solo dancers.
Is Lounge Schwellenmatteli beginner-friendly?
Best with some basics; no class, but a friendly welcoming crowd.
Is there live music at Lounge Schwellenmatteli?
DJ-led with DJ Saltho; no live band.

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