The largest bilingual city in Switzerland, it is a world-renowned watchmaking center and a city of communication.
Biel offers many advantages: a lively city center, quiet neighborhoods as well as a wide variety of accommodations, its bilingual charm brings a multicultural character to the city.
Biel is located on the lake of the same name and offers a good range of accommodation. The rents are affordable, the average monthly rate is CHF 1'280.-. The 3 and 4 room flats are the most popular and cost, in general, between CHF 1'300.- and CHF 1'700.-. Accompanied by a rental guarantee from Firstcaution, the cost becomes definitely very attractive.
Ile-de-la-Suze is a space for relaxation and recreation. This large park has green spaces, renaturalised riverbanks with ample paths for cyclists and pedestrians. The area has undergone rapid development in recent years and has become very popular with the local population. The neighborhood park has received numerous awards for its attractive design and architecture. The 'Paradise Garden' development is worth a visit and offers no less than 280 homes.
Biel has several charming and modern districts. Thanks to the successful watchmaking industry, the city developed extensively in the middle of the 19th century. Contrary to what one might think, the newly developed center is not located in the old town. This way, the old town has remained authentic and still has attractive housing. Its various districts represent the diversity of the city, and all tastes and budgets can be accommodated here.
Due to its central location, Biel has an exceptional connection to the larger Swiss railway network. The public network within and in the surrounding areas is also well developed, with numerous bus lines, boat stations and even funiculars providing you easy access to and from the center. Biel is perfect place for commuters for its close proximity to the bigger cites of Bern, Neuchâtel and Lausanne.
Biel is the world capital of watchmaking and an important economic regional center, located in the Three-Lakes region at the base of the Jura mountains. Biel is also an ideal city for families. Indeed, bilingual education is emphasized from a very young age. The diversity of cultures also makes it a trendy and attractive place for young people. Dating from 1968, the cultural center, Coupole, is a Swiss monument of the alternative culture. Hip-hop culture is widely represented there. Its renovation is underway, and the reopening of this mythical place is planned for autumn 2023.
You can of course search for a flat in Biel on one of the many internet portals such as newhome.ch, properstar.ch, immobilier.ch, neubauportal.ch, flatfox.ch or acheter-louer.ch. But you can also read flat advertisements in local newspapers. Many landlords still advertise on paper. Also activate your network, an acquaintance may know someone who by chance knows of a flat for rent. We can help you with the rental guarantee! With Firstcaution, you can quickly and easily obtain a rental guarantee without a bank deposit.