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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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.

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

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

From the farm to the cheese dairy

Cité du Temps - French for the City of Time - is nestled in the heart of Biel, the world's watchmaking capital.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Can you unmask the murderer?

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

Watchmaking

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!

Bring a mechanical watch to life in a micromechanics workshop in Le Locle

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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.

Cultural heritage

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.

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

Take a scenic walk among sculptures and nature.

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.