In Solothurn, the Advent season can be varied: be it with a visit to an Advent guided tour, the Christmas market, an Advent exhibition in the monastery or, for art lovers, the art supermarket. We show you which events you must not miss during the...

Roasting chestnuts, sprigs of pine and mulled wine – follow your nose to the heart of Solothurn’s Christmas markets. A visit from ‘Samichlaus’, the Swiss Father Christmas, at Solothurn’s ‘Chlausemäret’ market brings smiles to the faces...

Fairy tales, enchanting Christmas lights, stories and mythical creatures in a snowy pine forest. What better way to get into the festive spirit than a winter stroll with the whole family? 

Solothurn’s Christmas lights were revamped in 2008 and are now setting an example of contemporary Christmas lighting using subtle design and innovative technology. The subtle, tasteful interplay between light and shadows enables the city’s true...

Twinkling lights in the historic streets, Christmas trees and markets – everything is decked out for the festive season. Here in Solothurn, the Advent period is celebrated in style, creating a wonderfully dreamlike atmosphere for our guests –...

Working on your Christmas shopping? Stroll along glittering streets and find inspiration in every shop window. You are guaranteed to discover the perfect gift for everyone on your list in Solothurn’s many shops.  

Advent Sunday Shopping11.12.2022: 11.00 a.m. to 5 p.m.18.12.2022: 11.00 a.m. to 5 p.m.Christmas opening hours24.12.2022 Christmas Eve, open till 4 p.m.25.12.2022: Christmas, closed26.12.2022: St Stephen's Day, closed31.12.2022: New Year's Eve, open...

Let the year come to an atmospheric end and enjoy an exclusive Christmas menu with your team. Unique moments of enjoyment will be created for you, if desired with a matching wine accompaniment. Combine your Christmas event with a mulled wine...