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

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

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

Rich, colourful collections that invite you to discover... Humanity!

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

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

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

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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.

In a historic old-town setting, a unique museum invites you to escape: immersive John Howe exhibition, café with a view, shop and workshops for all.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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

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

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

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

Watchmaking

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.

Le Pays de Neuchâtel donne l'heure au monde depuis 1705

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

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.

Cultural heritage

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

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

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

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

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