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

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

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 rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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

From the farm to the cheese dairy

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

A foundation for the nature heritage of the Jura.

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

Swiss Fruits and Distillery Museum

A fantastic multimedia space dedicated to the Watchmaking town planning.

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

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

Rich, colourful collections that invite you to discover... Humanity!

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

Can you unmask the murderer?

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.

Watchmaking

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!

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

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.

Le Pays de Neuchâtel donne l'heure au monde depuis 1705

Cultural heritage

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.

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

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

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.