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Keep active this summer in Basel

Looking for an active way to explore Basel before cooling off in the heart of the Old Town this summer? Grab your sun cream and let’s go!

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Tips for an active summer

Multimedia-Künstlerin Permi Jhooti beim Stand Up Paddling auf dem Rhein — Experience stand-up paddling – the new trendy sport – in the middle of the Rhine. It involves standing on a board and propelling yourself along with a long paddle. A surfing feeling and plenty of fun are guaranteed.

ST-Kurzclip Rheinschwimmen 2022 — In summer, the Kleinbasel banks of the Rhine are the place to be! You can put your clothes in a “Wickelfisch” swim bag and simply float down on the gentle current through the picturesque Old Town.

ST-Kurzclip Rheinschwimmen 2022 — The Rhine invites you for a swim the whole summer long! To keep their clothes dry while swimming, splashing and floating along, the people of Basel store everything in a Wickelfisch swim bag.

Guest-Bike-Basel — Discover Basel by e-bike. With your personal BaselCard you can rent one for just CHF 25 a day. Visit Rent a Bike at the main train station (Bahnhof SBB) and off you go.

Basel is a popular travel destination for foodies. The city’s culinary scene is home to innovative and international trends – and they’re all absolutely delicious.

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More tips for the summer

Street-Art_L1300487 — There is street art everywhere in Basel. Follow in the footsteps of gifted pros and newcomers to the urban art scene.

Le Rhin Bleu und Basler Münster (Querformat) — As soon as temperatures allow, the people of Basel take to the outdoors. The city truly comes into its own during this season with festivals, street parties, open-air concerts and open-air cinema.

Luftaufnahme_Spalentor_1 — In Basel, 15th century buildings complement internationally renowned modern architecture to create a dynamic yet harmonious cityscape.

Travelling to Basel

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