Press
Resources for media & editors.
Everything you need to cover the 2026 Bienne Charity Watch Auction — from official press releases to high-resolution imagery and quotes.
Downloads
Press releases.
The official press release for the 2026 Bienne Charity Watch Auction, available in English and French.
Watch Photography
High-resolution watch photos.
High-resolution photography of the watches will be available for press once the catalogue is published — three weeks ahead of the event.
At a Glance
Key facts.
Cite freely. For interviews, image requests or accreditation, reach our press team below.
Event
Bienne Charity Watch Auction — 3rd edition
Date
Saturday, 28 November 2026, 14h00 – 17h00
Venue
Nouveau Musée Bienne (NMB)
Theme
A Touch of Orange — pièces uniques by Swiss maisons
Beneficiary
Terre des hommes (Switzerland, ZEWO-certified)
2024 Edition
54 watches — all sold
2025 Edition
CHF 53,000 raised · covered by HODINKEE
2026 Goal
Six figures · auction of pièces uniques
The Team
2024: Founded by Alexander Grouet, author of the Time Files blog and GPHG Academy member.
2025: A Committee is created with leading figures from the industry and the region. About the team.
2026: Cédric Schiess, founder of Art du Temps in Bienne, joins as co-lead with Alexander Grouet.
2025: A Committee is created with leading figures from the industry and the region. About the team.
2026: Cédric Schiess, founder of Art du Temps in Bienne, joins as co-lead with Alexander Grouet.
Quote
“A charity auction dedicated to exceptional timepieces does not simply take place in Bienne — it finds an authentic home.”
CÉDRIC SCHIESS