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Enter Technikwelt Solothurn

Derendingen • Switzerland

A technology museum near Solothurn with classic cars, film-inspired vehicles and motorcycles, alongside interactive exhibitions exploring computing, communication and the wider history of technology.

About the venue

Automotive favourites meet the world of technology

Enter Technikwelt Solothurn in Derendingen brings automotive heritage into a wider exploration of technology. Its dedicated Faszination Fahrzeuge exhibition presents cars and motorcycles, from classics and racing machinery to vehicles associated with film and television. It offers an accessible introduction to the designs and machines that have captured the imagination of generations of enthusiasts.

Beyond the automotive displays, visitors can explore more than ten themed areas covering subjects such as computing, communications and printing. Interactive exhibits, playable consoles and publicly accessible collection storage make the museum a varied destination for families and visitors with different interests.

The programme also includes guided tours, practical workshops and scheduled vehicle gatherings. These provide opportunities to explore particular subjects in greater depth or combine a museum visit with a meeting of fellow enthusiasts.

01

Automotive screen favourites

Discover film-inspired vehicles alongside classic cars, racing machinery and motorcycles in the dedicated automotive exhibition.

02

Playable gaming history

Explore historic games and consoles in the Game Zone, where playing is included with museum admission.

03

Technology beyond the car

Follow the development of computing, communication and other technologies through themed displays and interactive exhibits.

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Enthusiast gatherings

Scheduled vehicle meetings bring owners and enthusiasts together, adding another reason to explore the museum’s automotive side.

Plan your visit

The practical details, in one place.

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Opening hours

MondayClosed

Tuesday10:00 – 17:00

Wednesday10:00 – 17:00

Thursday10:00 – 17:00

Friday10:00 – 17:00

Saturday10:00 – 17:00

Sunday10:00 – 17:00

Opening hours may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please check the venue's official Google Maps listing.

Frequently Questions People Ask

Do you have any questions?

The automotive exhibition includes cars and motorcycles, with classics, racing vehicles and film-inspired favourites. The selection combines automotive history with familiar designs from popular culture.

Yes. A reduced-price basement ticket covers Faszination Fahrzeuge, the Play! area and the open depot. Full museum admission includes the wider technology exhibitions.

The museum recommends at least two hours. Allow longer if you want to explore the wider exhibitions, spend time gaming or join a booked activity.

Yes. Options include a 60-minute film-vehicle tour for groups of 8–20 people, offered in German, English and French. Tours require a separate reservation.

Yes. Interactive exhibitions are particularly suited to school-age children, while younger visitors have play areas. The building also accommodates pushchairs.

From Solothurn station, take bus 5 or 7 to Derendingen Freiheit and follow the walking route to the museum. Visitor parking is available, including signed rooftop spaces.

Yes. The operator states that the entire building is wheelchair accessible.

Yes. The self-service restaurant offers lunches, snacks and sweet treats. Hot meals are served from 11:45 to 14:00, and the restaurant also welcomes visitors without museum admission.