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Don't miss the very special crime tour through Solothurn's old town. Under the motto "Crime Scene Solothurn", the well-known Solothurn author Christof Gasser will personally guide you to the locations featured in his books and read excerpts from his works.

Who doesn’t know Christof Gasser, the Solothurn crime author whose thrilling novels have captivated not just all of Solothurn but the whole of Switzerland since 2016? He regularly tops the Swiss bestseller lists, putting Solothurn in the spotlight. With a keen eye for both the local and the global, a sharp sense of observation, and cleverly crafted stories, Christof Gasser has long led readers on a journey of discovery—whether through his novels, short stories, or guest contributions in the Solothurner Zeitung.

Let the author himself guide you to the real-life locations of his famous Solothurn crime novels. Expect a special kind of old town tour. It takes you to the crime scenes of his fictional stories, shows you where his detectives work, and features readings by the author himself. He’ll share background information and insights into his characters, as well as a glimpse into his creative process and how his novels come to life.

 

Dates
18.10.2026 (fully booked) | 12.09.2027 | 17.10.2027

 

Time
10:30 AM

 

Language
German

 

Duration
1.5 hours

 

Meeting point
St. Ursen Cathedral steps, Hauptgasse 66, 4500 Solothurn

 

End point
Solothurn old town

 

Tickets
Can be booked online or purchased at the Tourist Office, Hauptgasse 69, Solothurn. Space is limited.

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Solothurn Tourismus
Hauptgasse 69
4500 Solothurn

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