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| Solothurn | ||
| Canton | Solothurn | |
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| Residents | 16.777 (2018) | |
| height | 435 m, 432 m | |
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Solothurn is a city in the canton Solothurn in the Switzerland.
getting there
The easiest way to get to Solothurn is by train Timetable. The train station is centrally located. From there you can continue your journey with regional trains, the well-developed bus network or taxis.
mobility
The old town can be explored on foot without any problems, the BSU buses go around it to the outskirts, making sure that you can get by without a car.
Tourist Attractions
- St. Ursen Cathedral. It is the episcopal church of the diocese of Basel. According to its function, it is lavishly equipped with sights, such as a cathedral treasure and 11 altars. Your open staircase with 11 steps is also worth seeing.
- Verena Gorge. The Verena Gorge is located in the northern part of Solothurn and leads to Ruettenen. In the gorge there is a hiking trail that is laid out on a river. The hermitage is in the Verena Gorge. There is the Martin's Chapel and the inhabited hermit's house. The best way to get to the gorge is by bus. The gorge is a contemplative place that you can visit at night, if not have to (especially during Advent). Line 4 runs from the main train station to St Niklaus. On the Rutten side, go to the main street and then take line 4 back to Solothurn.
activities
- Solothurn Film Festival. The Solothurn Film Festival is held every year (at the end of January).
- Solothurn Literature Days. Since 1978, the Solothurn Literature Days have also taken place once a year, at which less-known writers in particular can present their works. Well-known writers are also present every year.
shop
The city offers a small number of shops. Clothes shops, toy shops, kitchen accessories (Chuchilade), pharmacies, drugstores and many other shops can be found in the small old town immediately. To buy food you can either stock up in the "Stadtchäsi" or, much cheaper, in the Coop at Amthausplatz, which is also the most direct bus stop to get to the old town.
kitchen
There is no specific Solothurn cuisine, but the “Öufi Brewery” a bit away from the old town. She brews Solothurn beer, which is named after the Solothurn number (11). You can eat very well in the Öufi, the brewery's restaurant. The “Grüenegge” in the old town is also known for its pizzas. Otherwise there are many snack bars with Dürüm, but Panini and Pepito can also be found in Solothurn. There are many pizzerias here and oriental food can also be found in different places.
nightlife
The nightlife in Solothurn is very modest. It has a few clubs spread all over the city. In the old town and around it you will find some cozy bars to linger there.
accommodation
trips
- A trip to the Weissenstein by train to Oberdorf and from there with the newly restored chairlift.
- A river cruise on the Aare to Biel.
