About
Locals swim the rhine with their luggage, a unique summer experience.
Why go
- Less touristy than other swiss towns
- Cheaper than zurich and geneva
- A good transit stop between france & switzerland
Must try
- Float down the rhine river in summer
- Visit the kunstmuseum
- Explore the old town
- Visit the basel minster
- Walk along the rhine river
Pro tips
- Get the basel card for discounts
- Use waterproof wickelfisch bags for river floating
- Book accommodation early
- Day trip to france or germany
- Fly into basel for cheaper flights
Good to know
- Basel is pricier than some other cities
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Rating
3.8 / 5