What to see?
The most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland with a Mediterranean flair.
Solothurn is considered the most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland. Shaped by the architecture from the time of the ambassadors of the French royal court (1530–1792), it is also often called the "Ambassador City."
The St. Ursus Cathedral
The St. Ursus Cathedral is considered the most significant Swiss building of early classicism and was built from light-colored "Solothurn marble."
Learn more about St. Ursus Cathedral
Jesuit Church
The Jesuit Church is regarded as one of the finest baroque buildings in Switzerland. Built between 1680 and 1689 according to the principles of the Vorarlberg master builders, it features a unified baroque space.
The Clock Tower
The oldest building in the city was built at the beginning of the 13th century. The bell striker in the lantern of the tower strikes the bell with a large hammer.
11 o’clock, now it strikes 11!
The unique Solothurn clock, about 3 meters high, not only displays the Solothurn time with its 11-hour dial but also plays the Solothurn song on 11 bells daily at 11 AM, 12 PM, 5 PM, and 6 PM.
There is also plenty to discover in the area around Solothurn.
Our surroundings also have a lot to offer. Did you know, for example, that the Weissenstein is waiting for you in the immediate vicinity?
Verena Gorge and the hermitage
Just outside the city of Solothurn lies the idyllic Verena Gorge, a mystical place of power. A hermit still lives here today. The leisurely walk from the city centre to the entrance of the Verena Gorge takes around 20 minutes.
Solothurn's local mountain - Weissenstein
Not far from the city, Solothurn's local mountain Weissenstein invites not only families but also hiking fans. The latest offer for bikers is a flow trail. Walking up the mountain or taking the Weissenstein cable car - both have their appeal.
to the cable car
Fun and adventure in the Balmberg rope park
The Balmberg rope park is great fun and offers ten courses with different levels of difficulty and challenges for outdoor fans, groups and clubs.
to the rope park
Attisholz site - former cellulose factory
Since 2018, the repurposed area has been attracting visitors from a wide range of circles and age groups with live concerts, changing exhibitions, street art, restaurants, bars and generous open spaces.
to the Attisholz