Solothurn – a Vibrant City
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Solothurn – a vibrant city 1 Grenchenberge Weissenstein Balmberg BIEL/BIENNE GRENCHEN Oberdorf A5 Langendorf Altreu Verenaschlucht Aare > SOLOTHURN Büren a.d.A. Leuzigen A5 Zuchwil Basel A7 A1 St. Gallen Zurich SOLOTHURN A13 Bucheggberg A5 A2 Vaduz Lucerne BERN A10 Chur A1 A1 A12 A1 A2 A19 Geneva Sion Emme > Lugano 2 A2 Thal Nature Park BALSTHAL Egerkingen Oensingen 1 A2 A1 OLTEN Wangen a.d.A. Aare > SchweizMobil routes (www.schweizmobil.ch) routes SchweizMobil Hiking (route no. 5) www.hiking-in-switzerland.ch Skating (route no. 3) www.skating-in-switzerland.ch 44) www.mountainbiking-in-switzerland.ch Mountain no. biking (route 5, 8, 44, 50) www.cycling-in-switzerland.ch (routes no. Cycling 1) www.canoeing-in-switzerland.ch Canoeing no. (route Lake Burgäschi Advertising Welcome to JURAworld of Coffee, the home of coffee Are you looking for a day out with a difference, a flexible venue for your seminar or event or something to brighten up a wet day? 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JURAworld of Coffee Opening times Kaffeeweltstrasse 1, 4626 Niederbuchsiten Monday – Friday 9 am – 6.30 pm +41 (0)62 389 84 90, [email protected] Saturday 9 am – 5 pm www.juraworld.com A warm welcome Contents to Switzerland’s most beautiful City of Solothurn Guided city tours .................... 6/7 baroque city Eating & drinking ................... 8/9 Places of interest .................10/11 Solothurn is a popular tourist destination. In the traffic-free Old Town, Museums ...........................12/13 you’ll discover historical buildings, attractive fountains, fascinating Culture & events ..................14/15 museums, delicatessens and boutiques. Cultural and sporting events Meeting Point Solothurn .......16/17 such as the Solothurn Film Festival, the Literature Festival, the open-air Activities “Solothurn Classics” and the Bike Days enjoy national and international Sport .................................20/21 Public toilets the Baseltor at the Rythalle to next 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. to Friday, Monday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Saturday stature. Solothurn is also a great destination for the energetic, with 3 Cycling ..............................22/23 around 500 km of interconnected cycling routes, hiking trails, golf courses Walking .............................24/25 and an adventure park. On the water .......................26/27 This city guide is packed with the latest tips to make your stay in Excursions ..........................28/29 Solothurn and the surrounding region an unforgettable experience. For more information, why not talk to us in person – either by Services phone or at our Tourist Center next to St. Urs Cathedral. Restaurants ........................32/33 Jürgen Hofer, Director Accommodation .................34–37 City map ........................Backside at the station, Tourist Center entrance at the station, Tourist Region Solothurn Tourismus Hauptgasse 69, 4500 Solothurn Publisher: www.solothurn-city.ch phone +41 (0)32 626 46 46, fax +41 (0)32 626 46 47 Graphics: www.urs-amiet.ch Text: www.muellertext.ch [email protected], www.solothurn-city.ch InfoPoint: opening Center hours Tourist 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to Friday, Monday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Printing: www.vsdruck.ch Advertising A valuable meeting resource at a reasonable price in the loveliest baroque city in Switzerland. Solothurn: central – charming – an excellent value! Besenval Landhaus Altes Spital RAMADA Hotel Solothurn Solheure - Baseltor - Salzhaus Konzertsaal Schloss Waldegg Romantik Hotel Sternen Kurhaus Weissenstein Wallierhof One number for ten locations! Let Solothurn Services plan everything you need for your occasion n Quick, tailored to your needs, and free of charge n Find the right location and services with a personal consultation n We facilitate social events as well Solothurn Services n We know the area – let us share our knowledge Region Solothurn Tourismus Hauptgasse 69 . CH-4500 Solothurn n One consistent contact person from the start Telephone +41 32 626 46 66 [email protected] www.solothurnservices.ch _0618_inserat_200x135_E.indd 1 06.12.11 13:55 City of Solothurn 5 City of Solothurn: guided city tours From Casanova to churches 6 Our guided city tours are extremely popular Krone and left without paying. Whether it’s and include lots of stories and anecdotes about Casanova, the Old Town, churches or witches that Solothurn. Take Casanova, for example, who fell take your fancy, you’re sure to find plenty to in love with a lady from Solothurn, or Napoleon, interest you here. who reputedly drank his water in front of Hotel Guided city tours (general public) Guided city tours (groups) Themed tours Would you like to know more about the city Take a stroll through Solothurn’s historic Our themed tours include some amazing of Solothurn? Then join one of our guided Old Town with one of our tour guides tales: discover the legend behind Solo- city tours. Even locals will be surprised by and listen to countless fascinating stories thurn’s sacred number 11 while touring what they’ll discover on the tour. about the city. the Old Town, follow the route to the Hermitage (Einsiedelei), or hear stories Every Wednesday and Saturday (May to Max. 25 people per group of saints, harlots and witches. October), 60 – 90 min. Tours offered in various languages 2.30 p.m., Baseltor (outer side) CHF 140/hr, CHF 160/1.5 hrs Max. 25 people per group CHF 10/person, free for children up Tours in German to 16 years CHF 160/hr, CHF 180/1.5 hrs For more information or to book a guided city tour, or to book information more For a guided city tour, contact us: phone +41 (0)32 626 46 or [email protected]. www.solothurn-city.ch 7 Casanova – his time in Solothurn Öufi Boat tours Electric bike tours around 1760 Take a fresh look at the city from the river: Half the effort, twice the fun! Hop onto Casanova fell in love with a beautiful lady the Öufi Boat shows you Solothurn from an e-bike for an 11-kilometre tour in from Solothurn. Exactly how close was their the river Aare, giving you a different and around Solothurn and, at 11 stop-offs, relationship? Hear all the juicy details of perspective on the picturesque Old Town listen to fascinating information about this exciting love affair in the places where and the Jura mountain range beyond. the city’s 2,000-year history. it happened. Prices and group size on request Max. 12 people per group Tours offered in German and French CHF 230 / 2 to 3 hours and CHF 35 hire Group size and prices on request charge per bike More suggestionsMore The guided city tours just a small are listed here selection of the tours Ask available. details us for will be happy fascinating of more, themes. We to advise and look you forward to seeing you. Advertising City of Solothurn: eating & drinking From Öufi beer Original Solothurner Torte to a glass of wine Only available at The people of Solothurn are a sociable bunch, which is why the city has so Suteria, 4500 Solothurn many restaurants, snack bars, bars and cafés. There’s so much to tempt Hauptgasse 65, Schmiedengasse 20, Hans Huber-Strasse 38 your palate, from the community cafés that are a familiar sight in Switzer- Suteria, 4600 Olten land to renowned gourmet restaurants, and from trendy bars to stylish Hauptgasse 11 coffee houses. Why not try one of Solothurn’s specialities while you’re here? www.suteria.ch Outdoors Restaurants Cafés In summer, the Aare has a positively Solothurn has a lively culinary scene. If you After a relaxing stroll through the beautiful Mediterranean holiday feel. The pavement like to try regional and seasonal specialities Old Town with its marvellous shops, take www.solothurn-city.ch café culture thrives both here and in the or are a fan of Asian, Greek or Italian a break in one of the many cafés and Old Town – ideal for those who want to see cuisine, you’ll be impressed by the wide fine confiseries. Order a strong coffee or and be seen! In winter, the atmosphere of variety of restaurants in Solothurn. There’s aromatic tea – with a delicious sweet treat Hotel, www.ramada.de, Ramada the Santa Claus Market (“Chlausemäret”) everything from trendy local bars to refined on the side. The legendary Solothurner will enchant you, with its festive aroma of restaurants, and from informal snack bars Torte comes highly recommended. gingerbread and “Glühwein” as well as visits to Gault-Millau-starred establishments. from Saint Nicholas himself. Enjoy your meal! www.solaare.ch Solaare, Penthouse Lounge Complete list of restaurants: 9 Bars Market Shopping You’ll be surprised to learn that the historic Market traders from around the region The traffic-free Old Town of Solothurn is Old Town has a wide range of bars and offer their specialities for sale in Solothurn’s a unique shopping paradise, where you can lounges. In summer, it draws locals and Old Town.