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

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

The museum of art and history in Biel/Bienne has quite a mixture, but also captivating.

From the farm to the cheese dairy

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

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

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.

Discover the rich heritage of this mythic beverage.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Discover Switzerland's oldest solar power plant.

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

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!

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

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

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

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.

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?

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!

Build your own watch, a unique experience.

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

Build one's own watch with the help of a watchmaker.

Discover the unique watchmaking heritage of the Franches Montagnes.

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

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

Cultural heritage

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.

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

An iconic architectural ensemble of the city of Neuchâtel.

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

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

Discover a fascinating world to the rythm of a watch.