The Blue and White House - residences of silk ribbon manufacturers
Buildings & churches
Description
On our tour you will discover how silk ribbon manufacturers brought wealth to Basel and what this has to do with the most important industry in the city today. Our tour takes you to the two former family homes of the Sarasin family - from the cellars to the servant's quarters in the attic rooms - and will give you an insight into life of an aristocratic Basel household.
Additional charge
Tours ending after 6.00 pm are subject to an evening surcharge of CHF 60.
Bookings made less than 24 hours in advance are subject to an express surcharge of CHF 50.
Conditions/extras
This tour is available from 6 p.m. on weekdays and all day on weekends and public holidays. The availability of the premises is on request.
Barrier-free access is not guaranteed.
Barrier-free access is not guaranteed.
Meeting point
Meeting Point: in front of the Blue House, Rheinsprung 16