The festival grounds with white tents by Soil Evolution

Three shovels full of dirt are lying side by side on a bench

The festival grounds, featuring tents and tractors on display

There were many people and farm machines on the large field at the festival grounds

Soil Evolution

The leading conference on soil fertility and soil structure in German-speaking countries

The Soil Festival on the Gurten

From June 2 to 5, 2026, the Gurten in Bern will become a hub for soil fertility, soil building, and sustainable agriculture.

The Soil Festival combines expertise, innovation, and nature experiences in a unique setting. Excursions, workshops, and exhibitions bring topics such as humus formation, biodiversity, no-till farming, greening, and climate protection to life. Special programs for families, children, and school groups provide an engaging introduction to soil, crop production, and environmental education, making the event appealing to a wide audience.

Location	Days 1–3: Various locations in the park and at event venues Day 4: Excursions, Geneva region
Date	Tuesday, June 2, 2026 through Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time	Day 1: from 4 p.m. Days 2 & 3: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Price	from CHF 76

Take-away Bahnhöfli

Festival Food Court at Mergelplatz

à la carte restaurant Gurtners

Self-service restaurant Huusbüffe