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

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

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

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 Camille Bloch Visitor Center takes you on a journey of flavours and discovery.

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

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

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

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

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.

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

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 chamois and wild marmots at the Chasseral with a guide.

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

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

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

Watchmaking

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

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

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!

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

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

Cultural heritage

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

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

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.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

UNESCO World Heritage

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.