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

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.

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

A fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

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

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover and visit one of the last absinthe drying shed in the Val-de-Travers.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

Guided visit of astronomical observatory and solar or wind power plants.

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

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

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

Watchmaking

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

The "Garde Temps" invites you to put yourself in a real watchmaker's shoes.

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

Cultural heritage

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

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

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

Theaters & Cinemas

Biel Solothurn Theatre and Orchestra (TOBS) is a theatre and orchestra company producing opera, plays and concerts in the cities of Biel and Solothurn.

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.