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Fortifications
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  • By german_eagle on September 30, 2003
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  • Large parts of the fortifications are preserved and are well worth to explore.

    In the small alley Lýwengasse and at Westringstrasse a few remains of Roman walls are to recognise.

    Along the northern edge of the old town the medieval walls with a couple of towers are well preserved.

    South of the Aare river, near Wengi bridge, you can find the remains of fortifications with a tower, called Krummer Turm.

    1667 - 1727 the fortifications at the Eastern edge of the old town, north of the cathedral were built. They are well preserved, too.

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    Fountains
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  • By german_eagle on September 30, 2003
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  • Mauritius fountain - Solothurn
    Mauritius fountain
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    Like in Bern and Fribourg, for example, Solothurn has a number of fountains with figures, to find on the small squares in the old town.

    These figures were made by Hans Gieng and his student Laurent Perroud in the 16th century, mostly modelled after those in Bern and Fribourg.

    I saw four of them: Mauritius-, Simson-, St. Georg- and Justice fountain. Every single one a gem.

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  • Directions: all across the old town

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    Jesuit Church
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  • By german_eagle on September 30, 2003
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  • nave with view toward the choir - Solothurn
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    The Jesuit Church was built 1680 - 89 in Baroque style. Inside you find magnificent stucco works of artists from Ticino.

    The rich decorations, stucco with frescos, a number of altars with beautiful paintings are truly unbelievable.

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  • Address: Hauptgasse
  • Directions: in the centre of the old town

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    St. Ursen Cathedral
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  • the nave, view toward the choir - Solothurn
    the nave, view toward the
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    The cathedral was built 1763-73 by Matteo and Paolo Antonio Pisoni (Ascona) in classical style (a first in Switzerland). Inside take a look at the beautiful stucco works by Francesco Pozzi, the organ and the altars.

    The rich treasure contains e.g. a script ("Hornbacher Sakramentar") from 983.

    For great views climb up the tower (60 m).

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  • Directions: At the eastern edge of the old town, definitely not to miss.

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    Town Hall
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  • By german_eagle on September 30, 2003
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  • Renaissance facade of the Town Hall - Solothurn
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    The town hall is one of the most impressive buildings in Solothurn.

    Its massive tower was is the only remain of the first building at this place from 1476.

    The facade was re-modeled from 1623 on in Renaissance (better: manieristic (?)) style, finished in 1711. Very unusual, but beautiful.

    In the tower on the northern side you can find a fascinating spiral staircase.

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  • Directions: A few steps north of the cathedral

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    THE OLD TOWN CENTER
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  • Updated By JudyinPA on January 10, 2003
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  • BAROQUE - Solothurn
    BAROQUE
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    THESE BUILDINGS WERE AROUND A SQUARE FILLED WITH OUTDOOR CAFE'S AND RESTAURANTS AND MANY TOURISTS. I HAD NEVER HEARD OF THIS TOWN BUT LOOKING AT ALL THESE PEOPLE SOMEONE IS RECOMMENDING A VISIT. IT WAS A UNIQUE BUSY CITY, ESPECIALLY AT RUSH HOUR.

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  • Directions: OLD TOWN

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    Basel Gate
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  • Basel Gate seen from the cathedral - Solothurn
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    Basel Gate is the eastern entrance of the old town. It was built 1504 - 35. It is a mighty city gate with strong fortifications to both sides.

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  • Directions: Just a few steps from the cathedral

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    Zeughaus
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  • Zeughaus - Solothurn
    Zeughaus
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    The Zeughaus (arsenal) was built 1610 - 14 in Baroque style. Nowadays it is home of the armour museum. It is claimed to be the second biggest armour collection in Europe!

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  • Directions: A few steps north of the cathedral.

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    Clock Tower
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  • Clock Tower - Solothurn
    Clock Tower
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    The clock tower is a landmark of the town. Built in the first half of the 12th century it is the oldest originally preserved building of Solothurn.

    The stunning astronomical clock with figure play dates from 15/16th century.

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  • Address: Hauptgasse

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    MUSEUMS
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  • Updated By JudyinPA on January 10, 2003
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    THE OLD TOWN BUILDINGS ALONG THE RIVER HAVE BEEN TURNED INTO MUSEUMS FOR ALL TO ENJOY. TAKE A WALK ALONG THE WATER AND STOP FOR A TOUR.

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  • Directions: THE AARE RIVER WALKWAY IN SOLOTHURN

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