About us

We’re part of the Baseltor cooperative, a local hotel and restaurant group with 120 employees that has been setting trends and new standards in Solothurn for more than 40 years, and where people and life are the priority.

Switzerland’s second-oldest guest house

The history of La Couronne, or ‘the crown’, dates back more than 500 years. ‘It’s documented as the second-oldest guest house in Switzerland and is inextricably tied to the history of the ambassadorial city of Solothurn. As a social and political centre, it often played a decisive role,’ wrote the Solothurner Zeitung in a two-part series. The hotel’s history naturally includes a number of illustrious guests, such as Casanova, Napoleon, Jane Fonda and Sophia Loren.

You can find out more about our building, its history and the renovation and reopening in 2017 here

«Vom Gasthof Krone zum Hotel La Couronne in Solothurn» von Urs Bertschinger
Aus bescheidener Schenke wurde ein «Schloss»
Auch für Promis war das Hotel Krone «ein Juwel»

Your host

Since La Couronne opened in May 2017, Chef de Cuisine Martin Elschner has been treating guests to culinary delights and welcoming them warmly together with his team.

Martin Elschner

Your contact person

Chef de Réception

Natascha Lehmann

Natascha and her team are your first point of contact at the hotel. Competent and friendly, they will ensure that you enjoy your stay to the full.

Chef de Banquets

Yanick Leibundgut

Yanick plans your event as if it were his own wedding: with dedication, creative ideas and your wishes always in focus. Feel free to contact him to see for yourself.

Representative Chef de Banquets

Jasmin Müller

Jasmin supports Yanick Leibundgut and plans your event with the same precision and dedication. Get in touch with her and let her convince you.

Chef de Bar

Gwénaël Legay

With his charming accent, Gwen belongs to the Bar à Vin like Bordeaux belongs to the French wine culture. From coffee to cocktails, he will fulfil (almost) every wish.

Chef de Service

Fabio Löttgen

La Couronne Solothurn Chef de Service Fabio Löttgen

Fabio is a “La Couronne child”: trained in the kitchen and service, he returns with a wealth of experience from other establishments and welcomes you to Le Restaurant as Chef de Service.

Junior Chef de Service

Alessandro Jeni

Alessandro is a passionate host and will look after you from the moment you arrive until the moment you leave – see for yourself!

Chef de Cuisine

Martin Elschner

Martin Elschner and his team cook fresh, seasonal dishes inspired by French cuisine. See for yourself or read more about the Chef de Cuisine here.

Sous-Chef

Samuel Fankhauser

French-inspired cuisine has already had a strong influence on Samuel, not only culinary but also fashion-wise, as you can see from the “Moustache Royal”.

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Inspired by you, always — #LaCouronne

Neue Daten: Studer/Sollberger Late Night starten im September in die zweite Saison 😍

Tickets gibt‘s neu bei Eventfrog • der Vorverkauf läuft ab sofort! 💨

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Neue Daten: Studer/Sollberger Late Night starten im September in die zweite Saison 😍 Tickets gibt‘s neu bei Eventfrog • der Vorverkauf läuft ab sofort! 💨 👉 Link in Bio #lacouronnesolothurn #visitsolothurn

Boutique Deluxe: Viel Raum zum Sein und Arbeiten ☺️ Das gemütliche Sofa lädt zum Verweilen ein und die L‘Occitane-Produkte verwöhnen Körper und Geist 🥰

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May 22

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Boutique Deluxe: Viel Raum zum Sein und Arbeiten ☺️ Das gemütliche Sofa lädt zum Verweilen ein und die L‘Occitane-Produkte verwöhnen Körper und Geist 🥰 #lacouronnesolothurn #visitsolothurn