Basel Travel Guide

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Although it lacks the gilt and glitter of Zrich and the Latin grace of Geneva, in many ways Basel (Bâle in French) is more sophisticated than either. Situated at the frontier between two of Europe's most assertive personalities—France and Germany—and tapped directly into the artery of the Rhein (Rhine), the city has grown remarkably urbane, cosmopolitan, and worldly-wise, yet is delightfully eccentric as well.

Hotels

Basel Hotels

Grand as a palace? Way-cool as a converted prison? An art lover's paradise? Or cozy and a little run down just like Grannie's? The hotel scene in Basel...read more

Restaurants

Basel Restaurants

Classic but boundary-pushing, bank-breaking but exquisite gourmet cuisine has long been one of Basel's fortes, along with medium-priced but fine restaurants...read more

Hotels

Basel Experiences

  • Top Reasons to Go to Basel

    Three corners: Not many cities offer a more cosmopolitan mix. Here Switzerland merges with Germany and France, and Basel is home to some 150 nationalities... Read more

  • Fasnacht

    Dating from the Middle Ages, Fasnacht, Switzerland's best-known festival, draws people from all over the world. Beginning at 4 am on the Monday... Read more

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