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Basel: a city for pleasure-seekers, for lovers of art and architecture. A city for singles, couples and families. A city for you.

19 reasons to love Basel

Basel is art

Basel is cuisine

Gesamtsanierung und Erweiterung Stadcasino Basel, Basel, Schweiz von Herzog de Meuron Architekten, Basel, Schweiz, Casinogesellschaft, Basel aufgenommen am 14. Mai 2020 von Roman Weyeneth, fotografie roman weyeneth gmbh, Fotostudio Basel, Schweiz

Basel ist architecture

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A virtual visit to Basel

This is our Basel

LezBroz 2019 — Would you like to pay a visit to Basel while keeping your environmental footprint as small possible? That’s a great idea – and we have just the sustainable travel tips to provide you with inspiration along the way!

ST-Medienreise LGBTIQ EuroGames — Basel is an open-minded city that warmly welcomes LGBTQ+ travellers. Find out about Basel’s most popular meeting places for the LGBTQ+ community here.

When are you visiting Basel?

Das St. Alban-Tor ist eines der drei noch erhaltenen mittelalterlichen Stadttore der Stadt Basel. Zusammen mit dem St. Johanns-Tor und dem Spalentor markiert es bis heute die einstige Befestigung der Stadt. // The three surviving medieval entrance gates - Spalentor, St. Johanns-Tor and St. Alban-Tor - continue to mark the city's former fortifications.

Spring

Das heimliche Wahrzeichen Basels ist der Rhein. Als wichtigster Transportweg für den Handel trug er viel zur Entwicklung der Stadt bei, und heute macht er einen wesentlichen Teil der Lebensqualität aus, die Basel seinen Einwohnern und Gästen bietet.
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The Rhine is the true lifeblood of Basel and the city's enduring landmark. As one of the most important trading routes, it has had a huge influence on the development of the city.

Summer

Autumn

Blick von der Kleinbasler Rheinpromenade aufs Münster.

Winter

How long will you stay in Basel?

Are you planning a day trip or a long weekend in Basel? Here are a few ideas for your visit to the city.

1 day

2 days

3 days