Biel/Bienne
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: City / Municipality
Summary
Biel/Bienne is a bilingual city in the Swiss canton of Bern, situated at the foot of the Jura Mountains. It is globally recognized as a major center for the watchmaking industry. The city serves as a cultural bridge between the French and German-speaking regions of Switzerland.
Statistics
Area
21.19 km²
Population
55,932