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Basel promises Culture Unlimited, the city sparkles with an incomparable programme of culture and leisure activities. Whether taking a dip in the Rhine, spending an evening at the Schauspielhaus or taking a boat ride back to the Roman age, Basel offers unforgettable stays.

The Rhine is life

As a life-line and local recreation area, the Rhine inspires people, events and the architecture of the city. One of the symbols of Basel. more

Tradition and the modern

In few other cities do buildings from the 15th century and those of internationally renowned contemporary architects combine to create such an exciting, yet harmonious cityscape. more

Art and culture

In Basel you can live and breathe art and culture. The city is rightly referred to as the cultural capital of Switzerland. more

Gastronomy

Basel whets your appetite in the most varied and delightful ways. What applies to its remarkable cultural heritage also very much applies to its culinary scene. more

The very best shopping

If you like to explore a city with shopping bag in hand, Basel is the place for you. It’s easy to combine shopping with sightseeing. more

City of sport

Basel is the sports centre of Switzerland; many famous sporting events attract hundreds of thousands of spectators to our city every year. more

The region

Looking down from the summits of the Jura, Black Forest and Vosges gives you a mere foretaste of the treasures this region has to offer. more

Basel all year round

The famous Basel Fasnacht carnival, which lasts for only three days (but for which the city spends 362 days preparing with a great deal of passion and creativity), is a truly unforgettable experience. more