Basel - Wikipedia Basel ( ˈ b ɑː z əl BAH-zəl; Swiss Standard German: ⓘ), also known as Basle ( b ɑː l BAHL), [note 1] is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the river Rhine (at the transition from the High to the Upper Rhine) [4]
Basel City [Switzerland] | Sightseeing, Events 2025 Basel, Switzerland, is a place of exciting contrasts A city with historical buildings next to modern architecture Where a young and dynamic art scene exists alongside world-renowned museums Cosmopolitan ambience here, lively traditions there You just have to experience Basel for yourself
Basel - Switzerland Tourism 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 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
15 Best Things to Do in Basel (Switzerland) - The Crazy Tourist Cosy, walkable and straddling the Rhine, Basel is at the tripoint where the Swiss, German and French borders meet Basel’s art and culture put it on an equal footing with almost any city in the world The Kunstmuseum is the shining light, replete with Renaissance, Baroque and modern art
Basel, Switzerland: All You Must Know Before You Go (2025 . . . - Tripadvisor Located on the Rhine River near the borders of France and Germany, Basel contains the country's highest concentration of museums The culture-centric city, site of the world's most influential art market each June, is also home to the lovely Munster Cathedral, made of red sandstone with a multi-colored tile roof
Basel | Switzerland, Map, History, Facts | Britannica Basel, capital of the Halbkanton (demicanton) of Basel-Stadt (with which it is virtually coextensive), northern Switzerland It lies along the Rhine River, at the mouths of the Birs and Wiese rivers, where the French, German, and Swiss borders meet, at the entrance to the Swiss Rhineland
The Perfect 1, 2 or 3 Days in Basel Itinerary In northwest Switzerland close to the border of France and Germany, is the wonderful town of Basel; with its incredible old town, mass of museums and location close to some of the world’s most beautiful mountains, you can’t go wrong with spending a few days in Basel
Basel - your complete city guide with activities, hotels and travel tips Basel is a large city in the north-west of Switzerland, close to the German and French borders It's located on the river Rhine Basel is modern and has business and industry districts But the beautiful historic town center is interesting for tourists as well: it has lots of ancient buildings and squares, museums, churches, and restaurants
Basel Switzerland Information With a population of approximately 200,000, Basel is the third-largest city in Switzerland, following Zurich and Geneva, serving as a vital economic and educational hub Renowned for its strong focus on art and culture, Basel is home to numerous museums, galleries, and theaters that attract visitors from all over the globe