Location: Basel
Basel is a small city on the Rhine River, located in northwest Switzerland, near the borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town surrounds Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century Town Hall.
Kleinbasel, located on the Rhine's right bank, was historically home to Basel's working class. Rosental, Clara, Matthäus, Klybeck, Wettstein, Hirzbrunnen, and Kleinhüningen are now all part of the municipality.
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The red façade of the Rathaus Basel that sits squarely on the city's central market square is hard to miss. Obviously the tower is the focal point, but the colorful and whimsical paintings on the front also stand out. The town hall of Basel, which is an architectural masterpiece from…
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A 6-night, 7-day Switzerland tour from Zurich. Visits to Bern, Geneva, Lucerne, and Rhine Falls. Special boat trip to Yvoire in France. 7-Day Switzerland Tour from Zurich Highlights See the Swiss Alps in style Embark on a scenic journey to Bern Discover Yvoire and Gruyeres Special boat trip to Yvoire…
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Set in the center of Basel, the Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois is a true landmark. It was just here at the salt tower that ships would unload their precious cargo before making the journey across the Rhine and into the hands of the world. Explore the border triangle and…
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Basel Adventure Tour – The city quiz. Take a trip through Basel and test your knowledge of the city as you visit its lesser-known landmarks and tourist hotspots. The game takes place in and around Basel's Old Town, with a local guide providing context for the attractions as you go….
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Tinguely Fountain in Basel is made by Swiss artist Jean Tinguely. He walled a small fountain with black asphalt and, inside, he built mechanical figurines that look like they are playing in the water; these figures are actually operated by the low-voltage current. Like the mime artists, actors, and dancers…
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