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

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

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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

La Chocolaterie à croquer ! takes you on a journey of taste and discovery, a course of which you alone determine.

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

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

A fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

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.

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

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

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

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

Watchmaking

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

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.

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

Cultural heritage

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.

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

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.

An Italian-style theatre of national importance.

The cultural hotspot of Neuchâtel offers a rich and varied programme

UNESCO World Heritage

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.

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