Kanton Solothurn

Olten is one of Switzerland’s successful emerging economic centers. It provides a dense network of innovative businesses, an international setting, an optimal framework, and an excellent environment for growth and development. With attractive real estate developments right next to the rail station, Olten offers great benefits and concrete cost advantages for companies looking to grow or seeking the optimum location.

The benefits of setting up in the Olten area:

• Access to the best workforce in Switzerland: a potential 1.6 million employees within a 45-minute commute
• The hub of Swiss transportation: Thanks to its unique location at the intersection of Switzerland’s main rail and road routes, Olten is only 45 minutes from the urban areas of Zurich, Basel, and Bern, and three international airports.
• More bang for your buck: thanks to high productivity, competitive wage costs, attractive infrastructures, and low rents

Olten is one of the most attractive, best-located and lowest-cost places to live in Switzerland. You’re just a stone’s throw from a host of social and cultural activities. Tap into Olten’s economic impetus, attractive real estate, and great leisure opportunities, and be part of the success of an emerging, central region at the heart of Switzerland.

Suggested activities:

• Swiss Writers’ Path in Olten 
  Walk and listen your way around an audio tour of 60 or so stations featuring celebrated local authors Alex Capus, Franz Hohler, Pedro Lenz, Peter Bichsel, and another 16 writers.
• Devil’s Gorge (Tüfelsschlucht) near Hägendorf 
  You’ll get to experience a section of the 2.2-kilometer-long gorge along the Cholersbach stream and its 32 bridges.
• Jura Mountain Restaurants between Oensingen und Egerkingen 
  Combine exercise, great views, and culinary delights on this pleasant hike between Oensingen and Egerkingen – ideal for the whole family.