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!

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Immerse yourself in the colourful and playful world of the Swatch brand, whose museum is located on the second floor of the new Cité du Temps.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

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

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.

Watchmaking

Explore the world of watchmaking with an expert watchmaker.

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

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

Build one's own watch with the help of a 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

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

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

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

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

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

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

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