Carrosserie HESS AG

Carrosserie HESS AG is a Swiss manufacturer of buses, trolleybuses, trailers and specialised commercial vehicle conversions based in Bellach. The company combines manufacturing, repairs and paintwork with ISO‑certified quality and environmental management.

Visitors can see a working production and service facility near Bellach station, learn about vehicle body construction and the company’s role in Swiss public-transport manufacturing. Practical access info and opening hours are published on the company website.

You’ll tour an active vehicle body and bus manufacturing facility, seeing assembly bays, paint workshops and finished vehicles ready for delivery.

On a visit

• Walk-through of production areas with explanations of bus/trolleybus construction and conversions.
• View repair and paint processes and ISO‑certified quality controls.
• Short opportunity to ask about company history, product range and commercial vehicle options.
• Mostly industrial spaces; limited spectator seating and photography subject to site rules.

• Visits are at an industrial site; wear closed shoes and follow staff safety instructions.
• Company hours: Mon–Thu 07:30–12:00 & 13:30–17:15; Fri 07:30–12:00 & 13:30–16:30.
• Located ~300 m from Bellach train station on Biel–Solothurn T5 road; car access from A1/A5.
• Phone: +41 (0)32 617 34 11 for enquiries and arranging visits.