Ferries

With the four Basel ferries, you’ll cross the Rhine river through the force of the current alone.

The journey is the reward

The four Rhine river ferries “Wild Maa”, “Leu”, “Vogel Gryff” and “Ueli” link Grossbasel to Kleinbasel. They are attached to a long wire cable and are driven purely by the current of the Rhine itself.

The ferries will silently bring you to the opposite shore all year round. Experience the way in which time seems to stand still during this brief crossing.

Blick auf das Basler Münster vom Rhein aus.
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Münster ferry “Leu”

Between the bridges Wettsteinbrücke and Mittlere Brücke

Tip: If you travel from Kleinbasel to Grossbasel on the Münster ferry, you will enjoy the best view of the Basel Cathedral (Münster). If you don’t want to climb the numerous steps to the Pfalz, just stay on the ferry and head back to the Kleinbasel shore.

Timetables

SummerDaily: 9.00 am to 8.00 pm
During the Basler Herbstmesse (autumn fair): 11.00 am to 10.00 pm
WinterDaily: 11.00 am to 5.00 pm

 

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Rheinpromenade

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City model Rheinpromenade

The city model on the Kleinbasel bank of the Rhine depicts a 1:500-scale section of the Old Town around the cathedral on the other side of the river. …
Auf den vier Basler Fähren (hier die Münsterfähre «Leu») lässt sich der Rhein bequem und nur durch die Kraft der Strömung überqueren. /// The four ferries that cross the river using only the natural power of the river's current connect the larger southern part of the city (Grossbasel) with the northern side of the river (Kleinbasel).
Die Klingentalfähre und im Hintergrund die KIleinbasler Rheinpromenade bei der Kaserne.
Die Kleinbasler Rheinpromenade im Sommer. Switzerland. get natural. People enjoying the summer in the city on the banks of the Rhine in Basel, where the Klingentalfaehre (Klingental Ferry) connects the two parts of the city. In the background the Basel Cathedral, the Martins Church and on the far right: the exclusive Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois. Schweiz. ganz natuerlich. Die Bewohner von Basel geniessen den Sommer am Rheinufer zwischen Mittlerer Bruecke und Johanniterbruecke. Im Vordergrund die Klingentalfaehre, im Hintergrund das Basler Muenster, die Martinskirche und ganz rechts das Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois.Suisse. tout naturellement. Les gens aiment l'ete sur les rives du Rhin. En premier plan, le traversier de Klingental, au fond a gauche, la cathedrale de Bale, l'eglise Saint-Martin et a droite, l'exclusive Hotel Les Trois Rois.Copyright by: Switzerland Tourism By-Line: swiss-image.ch/Christof Sonderegger
Die «Vogel Gryff»-Fähri (Klingentalfähre) verwandelt sich jedes Jahr in die wundervoll geschmückte «Weihnachtsfähre» und verleiht dem Stadtbild eine besinnliche Perspektive. /// The «Vogel Gryff» ferry at Klingental is transformed each year into the beautifully decorated Christmas ferry, adding a festive touch to the city panorama.

Klingental ferry “Vogel Gryff”

Between the bridges Mittlere Brücke and Johanniterbrücke

Enchanting: During Basler Weihnacht, the Klingental ferry is transformed into a Christmas ferry.

Timetables

SummerDaily: 9.00 am to 7.00 pm (even longer operating times during good weather)
WinterDaily: 11.00 am to 5.00 pm

 

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Rheinpromenade

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Auf den vier Basler Fähren (hier die St. Alban-Fähre «Wilde Maa») lässt sich der Rhein bequem und nur durch die Kraft der Strömung überqueren. // The four ferries that cross the Rhine using only the natural power of the river's current connect the larger southern part of the city (Grossbasel) with the northern side of the river (Kleinbasel).
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Der Rhein ist Lebensader und Naherholungsgebiet, er inspiriert die Menschen, das Geschehen und die Architektur der Stadt. /// The Rhine is the artery carrying the lifeblood of the city, it provides recreation, inspiration and has moulded the history and architecture of the city.

St. Alban ferry “Wild Maa”

Between the bridges Schwarzwaldbrücke and Wettsteinbrücke

History: The medieval St. Alban district on one side, modern architecture on the other. The St. Alban ferry creates a smooth transition between the contrasts.

Timetables

SummerMonday to Friday: 7.30 am to 7.00 pm
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 9.00 am to 7.00 pm
WinterMonday to Friday: 12 noon to 4.00 pm (only during good weather)
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 11.00 am to 5.00 pm

 

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St. Johann ferry “Ueli”

Between the bridges Johanniterbrücke and Dreirosenbrücke

Barrier-free: The St. Johann ferry can be safely boarded with a manual wheelchair and pushchair on both banks of the Rhine. Rails are available for heavier wheelchairs.

Timetables

SummerDaily: 11.00 am to 7.00 pm (even longer operating times during good weather)
WinterMonday to Friday: afternoon (only during good weather)
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 11.00 am to 5.00 pm 

 

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