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The capital of a canton by the same name, Solothurn, according to a 16th-century rhyme, is "the oldest place in Celtis save Trier." Located on the banks of the Aare at the foot of the Jura Mountains, it has been fortified many times. Roman inscriptions calling it Salodurum have been found, as have the remains of a Roman castrum. But today the town is celebrated for its baroque architecture—reason enough for a visit.
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AttractionsKunstmuseum Solothurn (Municipal Fine Arts Museum)
Werkhofstrasse 30
Solothurn, Switzerland Distance: 1.8 mi. (from destination center) Description: Visit this museum if only to see the Madonna of Solothurn, by Holbein the Younger.... Read More Museum Altes Zeughaus (Old Arsenal)
Zeughausplatz 1
Solothurn, Switzerland Distance: 2.0 mi. (from destination center) Description: Slightly to the northwest of the cathedral stands this museum, which houses one of the largest... Read More Historical Old City/St. Urs Cathedral Solothurn
Solothurn, Switzerland
Distance: 2.0 mi. (from destination center) Description: Solothurn, Switzerland's most attractive Baroque town, marries Italian magnificence with French... Read More AirportsMajor Airports near Solothurn
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