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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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.

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

An open-air museum showcasing international murals and graffiti, offering a fresh perspective on the UNESCO-listed city of Le Locle through urban art.

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

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.

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

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

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 fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

From the farm to the cheese dairy

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 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!

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

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

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Bring a mechanical watch to life in a micromechanics 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!

Cultural heritage

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

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.

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

Theaters & Cinemas

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

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.