Culture & museums

The towns and cities of the area boast a rich cultural heritage and countless architectural treasures – some of which can be discovered by means of a guided tour. The rich and diverse cultural scene includes museums, exhibitions, UNESCO World Heritage sites, festivals, and much more.

Museums

A short excursion into the heart of Neuchâtel history from the perspective of movement

Housed in the Cité du Temps building, the OMEGA museum invites visitors to discover the highlights of the famous brand, using a wide range of interactive experiences.

A journey to the centre of the earth to see how the miners of yesteryear worked.

A mythical descent 23 m underground to discover a unique industrial heritage.

From the farm to the cheese dairy

The mammals and birds of Switzerland in their habitat and original temporary exhibits.

The art centre in Biel/Bienne brings together contemporary art, photography and cinema.

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

Cité du Temps - French for the City of Time - is nestled in the heart of Biel, the world's watchmaking capital.

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

Rich colourful collections taking you on a discovery of... Man!

The museum of art and history in Biel/Bienne has quite a mixture, but also captivating.

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the peat bogs of the Jura by visiting the new centre dedicated to these fragile natural environments rich in biodiversity.

Discover the pictorial and literary art of Dürrenmatt in a beautiful setting.

A beautiful setting and exceptional displays immersing you in a distant past.

The crematorium, stained-glass windows and staircases are to be discovered.

Relive the Belle Époque in Neuchâtel during a guided tour and enjoy some unique experiences!

Tour of the old town of Delémont dedicated to the history of sovereignty of Switzerland’s youngest canton, including a visit to the Musée d’art et d’histoire.

On this wine hike, you will discover the diversity of Lake Biel wines and learn exciting facts about the wineries during three wine tastings.

Explore the magical atmosphere of the historical old town, and discover Biel’s history and the most important places to visit.

This medieval town by the Doubs is a treasure of the Jura just waiting to be discovered.

Can you unmask the murderer?

Discover chamois and wild marmots at the Chasseral with a guide.

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

Guided tour of the astronomical observatory and solar and wind power stations.

A city built by and for the watchmaking industry, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List

With a guide, discover the early works of Charles-Edouard Jeanneret, the future Le Corbusier.

During this tour you gain insight into urban living, the economy and the combination of city and nature in Biel.

Discover the lovely peninsula of St. Peter's Island in Lake Biel. Visit a late medieval monastery or the remains of prehistoric settlements and Roman buildings.

Watchmaking

Step in the shoes of a watchmaker and discover the fascinating world of Swiss mechanical watchmaking in a unique way!

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

Bring a mechanical watch to life in a micromechanics workshop in Le Locle

Enjoy the unique experience of a visit of a genuine, world-renowned Swiss watchmaking manufacture.

Build one's own watch with the help of a watchmaker.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Cultural heritage

Relive the Belle Epoque in Neuchâtel and enjoy some unique experiences: urban escape game, scavenger hunt and guided city tours.

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

A small architectural gem at the heart of a watchmakers’ village.

Theaters & Cinemas

The Theatre Orchestra Biel Solothurn TOBS! is a cultural meeting place at the heart of the regions of Biel and Solothurn, for their audiences.

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

Prehistoric pile-dwelling sites featured on UNESCO's World Heritage List.