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 front door to the Jura and to the history of an entire region.

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

The secrets of time nestled in a magic place: the Château des Monts

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

A listed historical monument, this museum houses an impressive collection of art.

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.

The biggest museum specialised in clock-making in the world: 4,000 exhibits to see!

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

A fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

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

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

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

Museum, an old-fashioned cheese dairy, a cafe and a store selling local specialties revolving around Tête de Moine AOP cheese.

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

Printmakinf, photography, installation, painting: exhibitions demultiplying points of view.

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.

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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.

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

Watchmaking

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

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

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

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

Bring a watch to life in a workshop in Le Locle.

Cultural heritage

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

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

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.

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.