Biel the Town of Biel, the Metropolis of Swiss Watchmaking, Lies at the Eastern End of Lake Biel, at the Foot of the Jura in the Delightful Lake Region

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Biel The town of Biel, the metropolis of Swiss watchmaking, lies at the eastern end of Lake Biel, at the foot of the Jura in the delightful Lake Region. The charm of bilingualism, the intact old town and its location as the gateway to the three peripheral Jura lakes (Lakes Biel, Neuchâtel and Murten) make the town an attractive starting point, but also a destination for excursions.

Tourismus Biel Seeland Bahnhofplatz 2501 Biel/Bienne T +41 (0)32 329 84 84 F +41 (0)32 329 84 85 [email protected] http://www.biel-seeland.ch

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Biel is the only town in Switzerland in which German and French are spoken side by side in equal measure. One senses the relaxed mentality here resulting from the mixture of these two languages. In 2002, Biel was one of the four exhibition locations for EXPO.

Architecturally, Biel is a town of many facets. The modern part of the city with its high-rise buildings lies at lake level which then gives way, on a slight incline, to the intact old town with its gothic town church stemming from the 15th century. In 2004, Biel was awarded the Wakker Prize by the Swiss Heritage Society for the exemplary manner in which it conserved its, in part, outstanding stock of

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 1/15 20th century buildings. Examples can be found in the new town, where uniform districts built in the ‘new construction’ style came into being in the 1920s and ‘30s. General Info Canton: Berne The town of Biel is a tradition-imbued watch metropolis in which this Swiss craft is still fostered. Postcode/ZIP: 2500 - 3714 Swatch, Rolex, Omega, Tissot, Movado and Mikron are all located here. Biel has additionally also Altitude: 473 m positioned itself in the field of other industries and in communication. Its location makes the town an Population: 50,000 attractive gateway to the excursion and holiday region around Lakes Biel, Neuchâtel and Murten – Language: German also known as the “Three Lakes Region” – with vineyards on the hillsides and extensive vegetable cultivation on the level areas. The options for rambling and cycling excursions are huge. In Ligerz, Important holidays 2012 in Biel the viticulture museum and a wine trail serve to draw visitors. Several attractive mediaeval small 01. Jan 2012 Su New Years Day towns like Nidau, Twann, La Neuveville and Erlach are well worth an excursion. 02. Jan 2012 Mo Saint Berchtold 06. Apr 2012 Fr Good Friday In summer, it is possible to travel on various routes along the lakes onboard scheduled passenger 08. Apr 2012 Su Easter boats; the day trip through all three peripheral Jura lakes is especially popular. Naturally all types of 09. Apr 2012 Mo Easter Monday water sport are also pursued on the lakes. 17. May 2012 Th Ascension Day 27. May 2012 Su Whitsun From the town on the linguistic divide, it is only a stone’s throw to the lush green, hilly landscape of 28. May 2012 Mo Whit Monday the Jura with its broad forests and wonderful vantage points, as well as the sportsperson’s Mecca of 01. Aug 2012 We Swiss National Holiday Magglingen above Biel, and the Chasseral (1607m). 25. Dec 2012 Tu Christmas 26. Dec 2012 We St. Stephen´s Day Highlights

Opening hours ● Biel old town – an intact old town with a beautiful town hall, gothic town church dating from the Shops/shopping 15th century, various fountains and beautiful signposts. Monday - Friday: 8 am - 7 pm ● Centre PasquArt – a very attractive art museum for contemporary sculpture, graphic art and Saturday: 8 am - 5 pm photography; renovated in 2000 and extended with a new building designed by Basle architects Late night shopping: Thursday, 8 am - 9 pm Diener & Diener.

Banks and currency exchange ● Aare trip – a leisurely and romantic river trip from Biel to the most beautiful baroque city in Monday - Friday: 9 am - 12 noon / 1.30 pm - Switzerland, Solothurn. En route, one floats past the small town of Büren and the Altreu stork 5 pm colony. Saturday: Banks closed / Post: 8 am - 4 pm ● Lake Biel and Petersinsel (Peter’s Isle) – the idyllic peninsula on which the renowned philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau was said to have experienced ‘veritable happiness’ lies at Public authorities and offices the western end of the lake. Rousseau’s former residence, a monastery, today houses a Monday - Friday: 8 am - 12 noon / 1.30 pm - famous hotel-restaurant. 5 pm Saturday: closed Top Events Important phone numbers Emergency calls: ● Biel ‘Braderie’ – the largest festival in Biel and the surrounding area: this colourful summer 117 Police festival with a market, tombola and concerts has taken place for over 70 years. The origin of the 118 Fire festival lies in the economic plight of Biel in around 1930 (June).

144 Ambulance ● Lake Biel Festival – joyous summer’s night festival in Biel with snack stands, bars and a huge 1414 Swiss heli rescue firework display (July).

● Biel ‘Altstadtchilbi’ (old town fair) – 150 shops, market sellers and associations and a diverse General information: entertainment programme provide for an excellent atmosphere (August). 1811 General information such as eg doctors, theater, etc. ● Lake Biel vintage festivals – highly traditional vintage festivals such as the Trüelete in Twann, 140 Breakdown Service and the Läsetsunntig in Erlach (September/October).

162 Weather Information ● International Old Time Jazz Meeting – renowned international festival for traditional jazz in Biel 163 Road conditions (November). 187 Avalanche Bulletin ● Biel Christmas market – numerous stands and atmospheric Christmas illuminations at the largest Christmas market of the region (December).

● "Aarberger Puce" – flea and antiquity market, now with 250 dealers: one of the largest and most atmospheric markets for second-hand articles in Switzerland (April & August).

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 2/15 A perfect day in Biel/Bienne. Switzerland’s only officially bilingual city is known as Biel to German- speakers and Bienne to French-speakers – a linguistic status that makes for a special charm. While the modern city reaches down to the lake, the intact Old Town with its 15th-century Gothic church nudges up against the hillside. As gateway to the Seeland lake region, Biel/Bienne also has plenty to offer active visitors.

Feel-good food at 08:30 For more than 100 years, this bakery has been known for its Rüfi’s delicious rolls. Today, Chez Rüfi serves breakfast from 6.30am, Monday to Saturday – and everything is market-fresh, natural, and of outstanding quality.

In the round 11:00 You couldn’t take sides here if you wanted to: the semi-circular shape of the Rotonde makes this restaurant the perfect meeting point for French- and German-speakers alike. Here, all of bilingual Biel/Bienne comes for a chat, to linger over a drink – or just to watch the colourful comings and goings on Place Guisan through the big glass windows.

Gourmet delights 12:00 The “Goût Mieux” quality label is awarded to restaurants that use in an urban oasis organic, regional, fair-trade ingredients wherever possible. The bistro of the charming Villa Lindenegg is like a gourmet island: in the heart of the city, yet surrounded by greenery.

To the island 14:00 Follow the example of Jean-Jacques Rousseau and let yourself be enchanted by St. Peter’s Island. For an inspiring round trip, take a boat from Biel/Bienne to the peninsula, continue on foot through a nature reserve to a historic hotel with garden restaurant in the lovely inner courtyard (all once part of a monastery), and then take the famous heath trail to Erlach. From here, you can catch a boat back to Biel/Bienne.

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 3/15 From the boat to 18:00 Charming, unfussy, and fun: the bistro of the Lago Lodge, where the Lago Lodge you can sip your beer and watch more being brewed at the same time. Alternatively, simply soak up the sunshine on the terrace, or try your luck at a game of boules.

From the lake 19:30 Fish does not come any fresher than this: at the Restaurant du onto your plate Lac, what you eat is caught on the doorstep – for example pike (the speciality of the house, together with perch) from Lake Biel or Lake Neuchâtel. If you reserve a table on the large terrace, you are in for a special treat: the lakefront views are enchanting.

Chill out in style in 22:00 At the St. Gervais, a historic house that once belonged to the the Old Town monastery of Bellelay, you can now choose between 300 different drinks. Located in the heart of Biel/Bienne’s Old Town, it is also home to the Etage Club, which puts on an ambitious programme of culture and concerts ranging from jazz to hip hop.

Art deco at the 24:00 The top hotel in town offers four-star comfort in an authentic art Elite deco setting. The hotel’s brasserie serves select gastronomic treats, while the Baramundo bar also regularly stages live music.

Christmas Market 06 The biggest Christmas market of the region charms visitors with its cozy atmosphere and its generous offer of different arts and DEC crafts. There are decorations for the Christmas tree, candles, glass, porcelain, ceramics, and earthenware, Advent wreaths, wooden toys, and crib figures. Glass blowers and ceramic artists show their skills. In a wooden hut and two heated tents sponsored by the Bienne citizen's community, you may taste specialties like wild boar sausage or forest warden tea, while enjoying the warmth of a fire. "Chez Rüfi" at Sessler Street, and the "Art Café" in the Central Square are other popular hangouts for hungry guests. While the adults stroll and shop, the wee ones amuse themselves on the merry-go-round or make candles in Central Square.

Santa Claus 11 Somethingâ??s happening in Santaâ??s village, come on over and see! Santa Claus is inviting all children and adults to join him Market in DEC Biel/Bienne in Santaâ??s village in the old town of Biel starting at 3 p.m. There will be lots of things to see and do. Santa especially looks forward to listening to pretty childrenâ??s rhymes. He will broadcast them through a speaker across the entire square. His donkey Grischa hopes for lots of pets from the kids, while the parents keep warm with mulled wine. Or they might pick out something good to eat for dinner or help out in the childrenâ??s craft tent where the kids are busy making candles or ornaments for a special childrenâ??s Christmas tree. The tree can then be admired on the old town square until long after Christmas.

Altstadtleist Biel, 2502 Biel/Bienne

Robert Walser Biel does not end at the station square. The thoroughfare above Square the station has been extended through the station passage. Robert Walser Square, opened in 2002, thereby provides access to the lake and to Nidau. The square is structured with strict rows of ash trees and surrounded by important buildings, such as the large Coop Centre, the Communication Centre, the commercial trade school and the Residenz au Lac.

Robert-Walser-Platz Biel/Bienne

Zentralplatz Located as it is between the historic city centre and the station, (Central Square) Zentralplatz constitutes the hub of the city. With its restaurants, its fountain and attractive stores, this pedestrian zone is always a very lively meeting place.

Zentralplatz Biel/Bienne

Stadtkirche (City Reformed City Church Originally dedicated to St. Benedict of Church) Nursia, the church was first mentioned in 1228 in the Lausanne cartulary (directory). Up until 1798, the city of Biel fell secularly under the jurisdiction of the Bishop of Basel, while being ecclesiastically part of the Diocese of Lausanne until the Reformation in 1528. The two previous churches dating from the Romanesque and Gothic eras are covered by walls and building works. A detailed architectural history of these two previous buildings is no longer accessible because of the tuffaceous soil conditions and the installation of the heating system in the early 20th century. The former sacristy in its crypt-like setting under the choir may still be seen.

Reformierte Stadtkirche Ring 2502 Biel/Bienne

Fountains There are some 72 fountains in Biel with the oldest being located in the Old Town. They supply drinking water and some have their source in the spring used in Roman times. Engelsbrunnen (Angel Fountain): An angel protecting a lamb from the devil, a symbol of the victory of good over evil. Gerechtigkeitsbrunnen (Fountain of Justice): This is a symbol of the jurisdiction of the city. Venner Fountain (Banner Carrier Fountain): This fountain is 450 years old. The banner carrier on the fountain used to signify the right of the city to deploy its own troops to protect the Lord Bishop of Basel, the allied Bernese and the Swiss Confederates in case of war.

Brunnen in der Bieler Altstadt Altstadt 2502 Biel/Bienne

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 6/15 Congress Center The Congress Centre is a major architectural feature of modern Biel. Designed by Max Schlup and built between 1961 and 1966, it was renovated in 2000 - 2002 by Rolf Mühlethaler. Its suspended roof is one of Europe’s largest. The Congress Centre serves as a conference centre, concert hall and also boasts an indoor pool and fitness facility. The tower houses several offices.

Kongresshaus Zentralstrasse 60 2502 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 329 19 19 [email protected]

Centre PasquArt The CentrePasquArt was opened in 1990 in the old city hospital. The oldest part was built in 1866 as the first hospital in Biel and now the renovated and expanded CentrePasquArt serves the broader public. The work of Basel architects Diener & Diener, the ensemble offers a perfect and harmonious blend of old and new. The Kunsthaus CentrePasquArt provides Switzerland and in particular the region with innovative contemporary art exhibitions. These support the awareness of contemporary artistic creativity and its importance to the community and contribute to the promotion of the artists.

The Strandbad The Strandbadt (lido) was created in 1929-32 as part of a job (lido) Biel creation programme under the auspices of city's planning and building control office. It is one of the first and most impressive examples of pool construction in Swiss Modernist style.

Strandbad Biel · Uferweg 40 · 2560 Nidau · T +41 (0)32 323 12 06 · F +41 (0)32 323 25 61 · [email protected] · www.ctsbiel-bienne.ch

Bars

Pooc, Biel/Bienne Located near the train station, Pooc is a bar where especially beer lovers get their money's worth. Right next door the beer store Bier-Bienne offers beers from around the world, just like they do at the bar. Its creative look and decorations alone are worth a visit to Pooc.

Pooc B. Rechbergerstrasse 1 2502 Biel/Bienne

Baramundo In Baramundo day flirts with night and vice versa. As the name reveals: el mundo entero, le monde entier and the whole world meets here to relax, to see and be seen, to talk of everything and of sweet nothings, and simply just to be. Let your mind totally relax – we’ll take care of the rest into the small hours.

Baramundo Bahnhofstrasse 14 2501 Biel/Bienne

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 7/15 Duo Club, A trendy and popular nightclub in the heart of Biel. With famous Biel/bienne DJs regularly performing here, party-goers heat up the dance floor. Special drinks are mixed at the stylish bar.

Duo Club Zentralstrasse 54 2502 Biel/Bienne

Blue Note Club, A club with a very special touch. On weekdays the Biel Blue Note Biel/Bienne Club is known for big stars of the music scene, a chic atmosphere and long queues. And there's no slowing down at night – not even on Sundays. Every Saturday it's time for "Le Disco": Work up a sweat while you dance as if the turntables will never stop.

Blue Note Club T. Wyttenbachstrasse 2 2502 Biel/Bienne

Gambrinus The Gambrinus Loungeria is neither bar nor lounge nor even Loungeria trattoria, but rather a fusion of all of these. It is an overall concept with a little something special that never fails to impress on any day of the week. Enjoy relaxing evenings, Mediterranean delicacies or live concerts against a background of modern architecture with skilfully coloured accents.

Gambrinus Loungeria Zentralstrasse 57 2502 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 41 89 Tel. +41 (0)78 647 71 08 [email protected]

Bar Central Bar Central is located in the centre of Biel and offers guests a range of games, such as table tennis, card games and board games.

Bar Central Rue Central 63c 2502 Biel/Bienne [email protected]

Castellino Sophisticated events in a stylish setting. With the event concepts "Castellino's Ladies First", "Overkitsch" and "Little Italy", Castellino Club serves up a finely selected mix of music, from the 70s to the popularly requested mega-hits of today, as well as covering the broad spectrum from R & B to House, presented by the most sought after local and international DJs.

Castellino Club Ipsachstrasse 11 2563 Ipsach

City Museums

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 8/15 Museum Neuhaus At the Museum Neuhaus in Biel you can learn about industrial history where it actually took place. At this former textile printing works, in addition to temporary exhibitions, there are permanent exhibitions of the fauna and flora watercolours from the Robert Collection, the cinema collection of William Piasio, works by the painter and writer Karl and Robert Walser and an exhibition on "Bourgeois Life in the 19th century". The running of the Museum Neuhaus is conducted in German and French.

Museum Neuhaus Schüsspromenade 26 2501 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 328 70 30 Fax +41 (0)32 328 70 35 [email protected]

Museum Schwab At the Schwab Museum in Biel/Bienne, you are invited to take a journey from the early Stone Age through to Roman times, with archaeological finds from the Three Lakes Region. The changing exhibitions on archaeological and prehistoric topics are particularly worth a visit.

Museum Schwab Seevorstadt 50 2502 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 76 03 Fax +41 (0)32 323 37 68 [email protected]

Centre Müller In the Centre Müller machinery museum, more than 150 Museum machines dating from the years 1880 to 1940 are on display in reconstructed workshops from the early 20th century. The amazingly lifelike characters who appear to be labouring at their former workplace transport visitors back in time to a bygone world of work.

Centre Müller Wydenauweg 34 2502 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 36 36

Schlossmuseum The Seeland area has not always been as green and fertile as it Nidau (Castle is today. For many generations the three lakes region was Nidau Museum) constantly plagued by severe floods which regularly destroyed crops, tore away bridges and inundated houses and barns. The population was left defenceless against the power of the waters. The Jura waters correction successfully averted this threat of flooding. These works transformed this once barren area into a thriving agricultural region.

Schlossmuseum Nidau Hauptstrasse 6 Schloss 2560 Nidau Tel. +41 (0)32 332 25 00 [email protected]

City parks

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 9/15 Elfenaupark Park Elfenau is a small, idyllic park in the middle of Biel, with ponds and well tended flower beds. Here you can relax on one of the beautiful wooden benches to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The locals relax here during their lunch break, soak up the peace and quiet, and relax under the shady trees. The park has a number of ducks and even peacocks.

Elfenaupark Unterer Quai 2500 Biel/Bienne

City Park Biel Large park with lawns and a playground. The bandstand was restored as part of a comprehensive facelift of the park, and on many a summer evening the Biel Symphony Orchestra gives a concert in this pavilion.

Stadtpark Oberer Quai 2500 Biel/Bienne

Biel Strandboden Lakeside promenade with several large lawns for playing and relaxation. On sunny days city dwellers flock here to escape from the humdrum of everyday life, with families enjoying the laid-back ambience. Rent a pedal boat and go for a spin on the lake or enjoy a coffee or an ice cream at the Parc-Café.

Strandboden 2500 Biel/Bienne

City Tours

Retracing the A city walking tour taking a look at the Old Town and its environs Footsteps of from another perspective: Visiting places where women left their Women mark. A picture of 500 years of women's history unfolds.

Frauenplatz Biel Postfach 594 2501 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)78 615 58 40 [email protected]

Tour of the Old Discover Biel! Learn about Biel’s interesting past on a journey Town and the back in time on this walking tour through the Old Town and the Neustadt quarter Neustadt quarter.

Tourismus Biel Seeland · Bahnhofplatz · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 84 84 · F +41 (0)32 329 84 85 · [email protected] · www.biel-seeland.ch / www.biel-seeland.ch

Excursions

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 10/15 St. Peter's Island “I have stayed at many lovely places; but nowhere have I felt so truly happy as on St. Petersinsel in the middle of the Bielersee, and I think back to no stay with such sweet longing" - Jean- Jacques Rousseau in "Reveries of the Solitary Walker”, Fifth Walk. St. Peter's Island was a modest estate with leased vineyard parcels when Rousseau’s 18th century description brought it to European attention. The island became a stop on educational tours through Switzerland and then turned into a popular tourist destination for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Bielersee Schifffahrtsgesellschaft · Badhausstrasse 1 a · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 88 11 · F +41 (0)32 322 33 25 · [email protected] · www.bielersee.ch

Cruises Discover the Lake District on the waterways. Experience the Three Lakes Region with all your senses while on this audio tour.

Bielersee Schifffahrtsgesellschaft · Badhausstrasse 1 a · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 88 11 · F +41 (0)32 322 33 25 · [email protected] · www.bielersee.ch

Taubenloch Walter, a young miller of Bözingen, was in love with a young lady Gorge from the village of Flüglistal. The young lady was stunningly beautiful and known to all as “little dove”. At that time, the castle of Rondchâtel was the stronghold of the crooked knight Ingelram. On the day of the marriage, he attacked the wedding procession upstream of the gorge. He killed the fiancé and attempted to kidnap the bride. So as not to fall into the hands of the knight, the young lady threw herself into the chasm and disappeared there, gliding like a white dove. A short time later, the castle of Rondchâtel was captured and destroyed, and the knight Ingelram was killed. In spring, lovers are said to hear the plaintive cries of the beautiful young lady in the gorge.

Tourismus Biel Seeland · Bahnhofplatz · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 84 84 · F +41 (0)32 329 84 85 · [email protected] · www.biel-seeland.ch / www.biel-seeland.ch

Grosses Moos Since the Jura water correction, Seeland has become one of (The Great Switzerland's most important vegetable-growing regions. Besides Marsh) vegetables, fruit, grains, sugar beets and grapes are also cultivated here. A quarter of Switzerland's vegetable yield comes from Seeland. Discover the Vegetable Trail in the Great Marsh by bicycle or on inline skates. Both Kerzer and Ins Station make an ideal base, and here one can rent bicycles, amongst other things.

Tourismus Biel Seeland · Bahnhofplatz · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 84 84 · F +41 (0)32 329 84 85 · [email protected] · www.biel-seeland.ch

Places To Be

Biel historic city This small historic city centre with its gothic town church, its centre splendid guild houses and its fountains just begs to be explored on foot. Restaurants, bars, clubs and markets of all kinds (vegetable market, flea market, craft fair etc.) make the historic city centre a meeting place for young and old.

Tourismus Biel Seeland · Bahnhofplatz · 2501 Biel/Bienne · T +41 (0)32 329 84 84 · F +41 (0)32 329 84 85 · [email protected] · www.biel-seeland.ch

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 11/15 Museum Mile Just a short walk from the station, the museum mile is located between Biel and its picturesque historic city centre. The Neuhaus, Schwab and CentrePasquArt Museums in the tree- lined Seevorstadt offer up culture and art history from prehistoric times to the present.

Museumsmeile Seevorstadt 2500 Biel/Bienne

Guisanplatz A popular meeting place for young and old, this square is (Guisan Square) surrounded by numerous restaurants, bars and clubs. On warm summer evenings, Guisanplatz bustles with people.

Guisanplatz 2502 Biel/Bienne

Nidaugasse Biel Nidaugasse is Biel's shopping mile. It is a generous world of beautiful things and pleasant encounters, reflecting the spirit of Biel. This traffic-free zone makes for pleasant strolling.

Nidaugasse 2502 Biel/Bienne

Restaurants

Räblus It is an enchanting experience to feel the breeze from the mountains on a summer evening while watching the surfers or to see the changing colours when a storm is brewing in the distance. The Räblus affords views of the vineyards, gardens and lake. One might also see a hobby fisherman bringing a pike up from his boat for our kitchen. Our drinks and dining menus mainly feature our own wine as well as fish caught in Lake Biel.

Räblus Neuenburgstrasse 90 2505 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 40 51

Restaurant Seasonal cuisine and exceptional fish dishes. Our speciality: pike Gottstatterhaus and pike-perch from lake Biel, pan-fried whole.

Gottstatterhaus Neuenburgstrasse 18 2505 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 40 52

© MySwitzerland.com - Schweiz Tourismus - Page 12/15 Baràplage Restaurant at Biel's lakeside pools, with terrace, bar and a beautiful view of the lake. Fresh salads and various specialties from the grill. A large brunch buffet on Sundays.

Baràplage Uferweg 40 2560 Nidau Tel. +41 (0)32 322 40 82

Restaurant Kreuz This restaurant offers seasonal cuisine and home-made food. Nidau Local products are purchased and the suppliers are all from the region. The Kreuz Nidau cooperative's large hall has been hosting all kinds of cultural events for more than 25 years.

Restaurant Kreuz Hauptstrasse 33 2560 Nidau Tel. +41 (0)32 331 93 03

Restaurant du Culinary delights in a relaxed ambience - depending on the Lac occasion, this could be in the dining room, the small function room, conservatory or restaurant. Enjoy beautiful views of Lake Biel from the terrace in summer. Enjoy pure indulgence to your heart’s content with our delicious menu served in a beautiful and tasteful ambience. Dishes are prepared with care, imagination and creativity and are appreciated by diners of all generations, tastes and lifestyles. Our focus is on providing seasonal and imaginative cuisine.

Restaurant du Lac Neuenburgerstrasse 58 2505 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 37 77

Restaurant The Restaurant Bözingenberg offers a simple, home-style Bözingenberg cuisine. This includes Seeländer Trockenwurst served on a board, a cheese fondue outside on the terrace, or a crispy Rösti. On Sunday morning from 9 am onwards we serve our unlimited breakfast buffet. The restaurant Bözingenberg is a year-round operation. In summer and winter, it is easily accessible by car, by bicycle or on foot. There are 80 parking spaces available.

Restaurant Bözingenberg Bözingenbergstrasse 123 2504 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 341 17 70

Restaurant La The Restaurant La Péniche is located directly on Lake Biel and its Péniche large terrace is the perfect place to linger awhile. Varied lunch menus, a snack menu and the dinner menu promise pure pleasure. On no account should you miss the Sunday brunch, as this breakfast will set you up for the day.

Restaurant La Péniche Schlossstrasse 25 2560 Nidau Tel. +41 (0)32 331 30 26

Schang Hutter Sculpture by Schang Hutter on Bahnhofplatz. and "die Vertschaupet"

Bahnhofplatz 2500 Biel/Bienne

Shopping

Schloss-Beck At the regionally known Schloss-Beck (Beck Castle), stocking up with the best culinary supplies is quick and easy. The large selection of food is presented with meticulous attention to detail. You can also enjoy the same delicacies right there in the café.

Schloss-Beck Familie Kuster Hauptstrasse 17 2560 Nidau Tel. +41 (0)32 331 86 11

Villiger R. AG Large selection of brand-name watches.

Villiger R. AG Bahnhofstrasse 21 2502 Biel/Bienne Tel. +41 (0)32 322 31 81 Fax +41 (0)32 322 31 87

Farmyard Many farms in Seeland sell their produce directly to the public. shopping Sign boards next to the road indicate farms that have products for sale.

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