From north to south: Top 4 Swiss cities to take your Cambridge or IELTS exams

From north to south: Top 4 Swiss cities to take your Cambridge or IELTS exams

We chose some of our best exam locations across Switzerland – from the vibrant cities of Bern and Basel in the north to the cosmopolitan Geneva in the west and St. Gallen in the east. Whether your school or institution is preparing candidates for Cambridge English Exams, IELTS, or even Goethe and TCF exams, these venues offer great facilities, convenient accessibility, and a smooth exam-day experience.

From north to south: Top 4 Swiss cities to take your Cambridge or IELTS exams

At Swiss Exams, we understand how the exam environment can significantly impact student confidence and performance. That is why we selected and developed top-tier venues in these four cities – all well-connected, welcoming, and professionally run.

Geneva | Bern | Basel | StGallen | location | Swiss Exams

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Bern - Cambridge or IELTS exams location

In Bern, candidates can take Cambridge English, IELTS, as well as Goethe exams and TCF. The venue is situated in a smaller building with direct entry from the quiet Hildanusstrasse – ideal for a calm and focused exam atmosphere.

Getting there:

  • Bike, scooter, or motorbike? Parking is available on Blumenbergstrasse and Schönburgstrasse.
  • By car? The Diaconis Parking (7 minutes away) is your best option.
  • Public transport? The nearest bus stop, Salem, is just a 5-minute walk from the venue. Plan your journey using the SBB Fahrplan.

BERN


Basel – A top Cambridge English exam location in the north

The Basel venue is conveniently located right across from the Basel Theatre, at Theaterstrasse 4. It shares the building with the Cambridge Swiss/English Academy, one of our Premium Exam Preparation Centre Partners.

Getting there:

  • By car? Use the nearby Drachencenter or Kunstmuseum car parks.
  • Tram stop Theater is directly next to the building, making public transport super convenient.
  • From outside Basel? The SBB website or app will help you find the best route.

BASEL


Geneva - Cambridge or IELTS exams location

The venue is hosted at Digicomp Academy SA, located at Rue de Monthoux 64. In Geneva, candidates can take Cambridge English, IELTS (British Council), and the French language TCF exam.

Getting there:

  • The building is directly opposite a car park – ideal if you're driving.
  • A short walk from the Gare Cornavin or Genève, Môle tram stops.
  • Geneva’s central train station is within easy walking distance.

GENEVA


St. Gallen - Convenient Cambridge or IELTS exam venue

Located within the St. Gallen train station, this venue at Klubschule Migros offers unbeatable convenience, especially for students arriving by public transport.

Additionally, candidates can also sit exams like Goethe and TCF here.

Getting there:

  • Direct access from Bahnhofplatz 2.
  • Train and bus stops are just steps away from the venue.
  • If arriving by car, park at Cityparking Bahnhof and take the underpass directly to the venue.

ST. GALLEN


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