Basel Carnival
10-12 March 2025
Home is a foreign place | Kulturstiftung Basel H. Geiger
10 January - 27 April 2025
Intro
Basel is full of contrasts. The historic old town meets modern architecture. A mix of tradition and innovation. Punctuated by culture and architecture. A city of culture and at the same time a thriving metropolis on the Rhine with a great quality of life and plenty to enjoy. Be inspired by these contrasts.
This is Basel
Basel is located in the northwest of Switzerland in the border triangle between Germany, France and Switzerland. The city on the Rhine is considered the country’s art and culture capital.Discover Basel
Basel’s old town is an absolutely must. You will discover picturesque alleyways and over 200 fountains. Highlights include the town hall and the cathedral. From the vantage point of the Pfalz viewing terrace, you can look out over the old town to the point where three countries converge. You will find art wherever you go in Basel’s city centre, for example the Tinguely Fountain. Are you an architecture fan? Look no further than Messe Basel and the Roche Towers, both buildings designed by star architects Herzog & de Meuron or the Novartis campus. Last but not least, the “Mittlere Brücke”, one of the oldest bridges over the Rhine, is a must when visiting Basel.Basel, city of culture
Basel has the highest density of museums and countless galleries. The Kunstmuseum Basel presents art from the past 700 years. The Museum Tinguely shows the extensive collection of works of art and sculptures by Swiss artist Jean Tinguely. Art Basel is a major event held every June. It is considered one of the world’s leading art fairs and presents works from the 20th and 21st centuries.Life on the Rhine
Particularly on warmer days, life in Basel gravitates to the banks of the Rhine. The choices are broad: Bathing (referred to locally as “Rheinschwimmen”), a trip on a Rhine ferry or aquatic sports. Afterwards, you can enjoy life in one of the many buvettes – lovingly created open-air eating and drinking spots. And last but not least, the Rhine is also the venue for concerts and open-air cinemas in the summer months.In and around Basel
Riehen is about 30 minutes from Basel. It is home to one of Switzerland’s most important museums – the Fondation Beyeler. The museum presents modern and contemporary art. Equally close to Basel are the Roman ruins of Augusta Raurica. If nature is your thing, the Basel Jura is popular for hikes and climbing tours.Experience Basel for less
Stay overnight in Basel and receive discounts on many leisure and cultural activities with the BaselCard. This gives you a 50% discount on admission to Basel Zoo, a city tour or a boat trip. In addition, you can travel free of charge by bus and tram.Hint
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