Intro

Solothurn is said to be the most beautiful baroque city in Switzerland. The imposing buildings were constructed in various epochs: ranging from the first half of the 12th century, when the clock tower was built, to 1773, when St. Ursus Cathedral was constructed in baroque and neo-classical style.

The Solothurn Old Town is full of historic buildings, most of which have some sort of relationship to the number eleven. This number has been celebrated in Solothurn since the Middle Ages. Thus the mighty St. Ursus Cathedral has 11 altars and 11 clocks and its outer staircase is divided into sections with 11 steps.

Also well worth seeing are the remains of the old city fortifications (a part of the fortifications dates back to the Roman era), the town hall - whose core was built in the 13th century and upgraded up until the 19th century), the Franciscan Church (which was built between the years of 1426 and 1436), the 11 historic fountains and wells and the 11 towers. By the way: there even is a clock in Solothurn that only displays eleven hours!

General information

Show Technical information content
Season
May - October
Time required
2 to 4 hours (half day)
Suitable for children with age
14+ years
Suitable for
Groups, Individual, Couples
Weather
Indoor
Category
Education, Urban

Group & pricing information

Show Technical information content
Language
German, French
Group Size
1 - 25

Discover the surroundings

Overview

Hint

Overview
Solothurn
Aargau – Solothurn region
Show on map

Travel information: Solothurn

Current Offers

  • Solothurn Mittelland-Route for families

    5 nights, The Mittelland Route is perfect for families. Almost car free bike paths lead along the Aare to the... from CHF 815
    Offer details

    Price per person in double room
    valid: 29.03.2024 - 31.12.2024

    Learn more about Mittelland-Route for families
  • Solothurn Hike: Jura Crest Trail, Solothurn - Couvet

    4 nights, The Jura Crest Trail is considered the classic among national long-distance trails. Signalization of... from CHF 855
    Offer details

    Price per person in double room
    valid: 29.03.2024 - 31.12.2024

    Learn more about Hike: Jura Crest Trail, Solothurn - Couvet
  • Kreuz Herzogenbuchsee, Herzogenbuchsee Enjoyment and culture

    1 night, 1 Night in Price per double room, breakfast buffet, 1 x 3 course evening meal on arrival date per... from CHF 294
    Offer details

    Price per double room
    valid: 29.03.2024 - 30.04.2024

    Learn more about Enjoyment and culture