Aare trip between Solothurn and Biel by boat
Highlights
- Enjoy one of the most beautiful river cruises in Switzerland
- Make a stop in Altreu and visit the largest stork colony in Switzerland
- Ride past pretty places such as historic Büren with its impressive wooden bridge
- Enjoy the impressive lock ride in Port
- Let the panorama of the idyllic Jura mountain range pass you by
Description
With this boat ticket, you travel from Solothurn to Biel or from Biel to Solothurn along the Aare. Along the way, you'll pass the Stork Village Altreu, home to the largest stork colony in Switzerland with over 40 breeding pairs. You'll also see charming historic sites such as Büren. The wooden bridge there is particularly impressive. A special highlight is the lock cruise in Port.
The journey by boat takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. It only operates during the summer half-year.
Stops
- Solothurn (Start or destination)
- Altreu
- Grenchen (boat)
- Büren (boat)
- Brügg (boat)
- Port
- Nidau (boat)
- Biel (destination or start)
Swiss Activities Tip
You can make a stop in Altreu and visit Switzerland's largest stork colony. More than 40 breeding pairs reside on many house roofs and tall trees in Altreu.
Traveling with a wheelchair
- The ships usually have a low-floor entrance (marked with NF in the timetable)
Traveling with strollers
Suitable for strollers
Walking with the dog
- Small dogs up to 30 cm carrying is free of charge if they stay in a transport container throughout the journey. This must be placed underneath your seat.
- Dogs without containers and all dogs over 30 cm shoulder height require a valid dog ticket: half price for second class or the minimum fare (dog day ticket, dog pass). They must sit beneath the seat to avoid blocking the passage for other travellers.
Inclusions
Boat ticket between Solothurn and Biel
Catering in the ship's restaurant
Meeting point
Je nach Ticket: Schiffsanlegestelle Solothurn oder Biel Hafen
Dreibeinskreuzstrasse 11, 4500 Solothurn, Schweiz
Important information
- Check the timetable on the SBB website or app on your travel day. The ticket cannot be refunded if you miss the last boat.
Provider
Operated by
Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB
Verified provider
Reviews
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Enjoyed a wonderful ride in great weather.
Hans
14 Aug 2025
Unfortunately, the deck had no sunshade.
Roland
14 Aug 2025








