The Swiss Mittelland provides visitors with a diverse tourist experience. The city of Berne has been the capital of Switzerland since 1848 and its intact Old Town, now over 800 years old, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a unique shopping experience among Bern’s over 6 km of medieval arcades. Other cities here are also worth a visit: Solothurn and Olten offer culture and culinary delights. For a more sporting time, do consider the Emmental, with its meadows and hills plus its numerous trails for biking or hiking. The Bern region has many hotels, providing accommodation ranging from simple country inns to luxury 5-star hotels.