Book Basel 2015 by Basel Tourism

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Feel the pulse at the heart of Europe. In Basel, proverbial Swiss quality meets a multicultural population. An awareness of tradition combined with an enthusiasm for the new makes this city unique. Modern buildings by famous architects offer an exciting contrast to the well-preserved Old Town. Nearly 40 different museums across 37 square kilometres house a fantastic spectrum of important art works and are a platform for established art as well as groundbreaking contemporary pieces. The sun-blessed shores of the Rhine, the dreamy lanes and numerous boulevard cafĂŠs invite you to simply enjoy life. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s world famous trade fairs, spectacular sport events or seasonal happenings, there is always something going on in Basel. All this, combined with its central location, first-class transport connections and infrastructure will ensure an exciting stay. Travel agencies and tour operators can rely on professional help in planning and arranging visits to the city of Basel for groups or individuals.

Contents. Accessibility

Sights to see & places to go

Tours & trips in Basel

Art & culture

Shopping

Event highlights

Exhibition highlights

Event calendar

Restaurants

Hotels

Basel region

Tours & trips around Basel

Incoming Services

Switzerland compact – 4 day-tour

Best of Switzerland – 8 day-tour

Heart of Europe – 5 day-tour

Incentives

Guided tours for groups

Convention Bureau

Useful tips

Facts & figures

Contact details

Accessibility

Accessibility. Travelling to Basel is easy. Many international airlines fly to EuroAirport, which is located only 15 minutes from the city centre. Along with Zurich Airport, EuroAirport provides connections to all European airports and to over 200 international destinations. Situated at the heart of Europe, Basel is a central transport hub. The three railway stations – the Swiss Railway Station SBB, the French Railway Station and the German Railway Station – do not only provide excellent connections within Europe, but are also all located directly in the city centre.

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg - shuttle bus to the city centre: every 7 minutes - transfer time to the city centre: 15 minutes - www.euroairport.com

Zurich Airport - hourly direct train connections to Basel - train connections to Basel with one change every half-hour - transfer time: around one hour - www.flughafen-zuerich.ch

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EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg An ideal location with good connections guaranteed Direct flights connect Europe, Middle East, Africa, Canada, Latin America and Russia to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, which is located only 15 minutes from the Basel city centre. EuroAirport can be reached from all countries worldwide via the intercontinental hubs (Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, London, Munich, Vienna and Paris). Thanks to its unique location, EuroAirport is constantly expanding its network of routes and, as the best developed airport in the Upper Rhine region, provides the gateway to Switzerland, South Germany and East France. Fast transfers It is easy to find your way around EuroAirport and excellent customer service is provided. As a result, passengers will arrive quickly and easily at the baggage reclaim area. Thanks to the airport’s convenient location, the Basel city centre and the Swiss Railway Station SBB can be reached in just 15 minutes by the very frequent shuttle bus, taxi or car. EuroAirport for passengers, tour operators and airlines EuroAirport’s modern infrastructure offers passengers a wide range of eating and shopping options. Counters and office space are available to tour operators, ensuring optimum customer care at arrival and departure. EuroAirport provides airlines with its wellorganised

and efficient infrastructure. The economic cost structure and the ideal transport connections make EuroAirport the attractive gateway to the Basel region, other areas of Switzerland and central Europe for passengers, tour operators and airlines alike. EuroAirport is a stop on the SBB rail network, which means that it is possible to buy train tickets from the airport to all SBB destinations in Switzerland. These also include the bus shuttle to the main railway station. Further information about EuroAirport and tourism packages is available at:

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Marketing Department PO Box 142 CH-4030 Basel Phone +41 (0)61 325 31 11 Fax +41 (0)61 325 25 66 marketing@euroairport.com www.euroairport.com www.fly-euroairport.com

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International rail connections Basel offers direct ICE, IC and EC train connections from Germany, Austria, France, Italy and the Benelux countries, which arrive in the city at all times, day and night.

Public transport The extensive public transport system will bring you quickly and punctually to wherever you wish to go, including locations in nearby Germany and France.

For more information visit www.swisstravelsystem.com

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Buses Basel is located at the crossroads of the European motorway network. Car parks are conveniently located and most hotels also offer parking facilities. There are several coach parks. A tax sticker must be purchased to make use of the Swiss motorways.

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Mobility Ticket When you check in at a hotel in Basel, you will receive a Mobility Ticket entitling you to free use of public transport in the city and the surrounding areas for the entire duration of your stay.

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Sights to see & places to go

Sights to see & places to go. The Cathedral 1 Together with the Mittlere Brücke, the Cathedral is the most famous landmark of Basel. With its red sandstone walls, colourful roof tiles and twin towers, no other building adorns the cityscape of Basel like the Cathedral. Excellent views over the city can be enjoyed from the Cathedral‘s towers.

Basel exhibition centre 4 The city’s most recent landmark is the new exhibition centre. The central architectural urban feature of the new hall complex, developed by Herzog & de Meuron, is the City Lounge. This covered, public space not only marks the entrance to the exhibitions, but also functions as a meeting place for locals and visitors.

Pfalz 2 The terrace high above the Rhine behind the Cathedral provides a stunning view across the Old Town, far into the tri-border area and as far as the Vosges mountains.

Spalentor The Spalentor is the most impressive of the remaining three city gates from the city’s large fortifications of 1400 and is regarded as one of the most beautiful city gates in Switzerland.

City Hall The Marktplatz is dominated by the magnificent City Hall, the seat of Basel’s government. The council rooms, the atmospheric courtyard, the romantic arcades and the impressive tower are particularly worth visiting.

St. Alban-Tal St. Alban-Tal is a district of the city full of romance and historic buildings. Located between the Rhine and the city centre, it is characterised by its narrow alleys and streams and is also known as the Little Venice of Basel.

Marktplatz Six days a week, fresh vegetables, fruits and flowers are sold at the Marktplatz. Set against the backdrop of the historic Old Town, this market is a colourful event where delicious food of all types can be sampled.

St. Jakob-Park stadium The architects Herzog & de Meuron are well known all over the world. Their most important projects include the Tate Modern in London and the Olympic Stadium in Beijing. The architect duo also created Switzerland’s first multifunctional football stadium: the St. Jakob-Park in Basel.

Mittlere Brücke The Mittlere Brücke is one of the oldest crossing points on the Rhine between Lake Constance and the North Sea. Located at the centre of the bridge is the Käppelijoch, where executions were carried out during the Middle Ages. Border Triangle The tri-border region at the Rhine harbour marks the meeting point between Switzerland, Germany and France. This is also the area where ships depart for the North Sea and is therefore an important hub for the supply of raw materials to Switzerland. Old Town The Old Town of Basel is one of the best-preserved and most beautiful in Europe. In hardly any other city do buildings from the 15th century and those by modern, internationally renowned architects complement each other to form an urban landscape that is both intriguing and harmonious. Hammering Man The Hammering Man, a symbol of the hard-working residents of Basel, is located on Aeschenplatz. The 13.5 metre high artwork by American artist Jonathan Borofsky has been swinging its hammer here continuously since 1989. Tinguely Fountain 3 The famous fountain by Jean Tinguely is situated on the former location of the stage of the old city theatre. With his playful machine sculptures, the Swiss artist created a landmark in the city.

Rhine promenade Basel’s lifeline is the best place to relax. The Rhine promenade is the most popular jogging route in the city and is also the first choice for people out for a stroll or for those in love. The four Rhine ferries Cross the Rhine the way people did 150 years ago: ring the bell at the quay, give the ferryman a sign, and get on the ferries powered only by the natural current of the Rhine. Messeturm by Morger & Degelo At 105 metres, the Messeturm is one of the tallest buildings in Basel. Enjoy the sunset from the Bar Rouge on the 31st floor, the highest bar in the city. BIS building by Mario Botta This impressive building designed by famous architect Mario Botta is home to the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). The sixstorey building is typical of the style of the architect from the Swiss canton of Ticino. Rhybadhysli (bath houses) If you wish to swim in the Rhine, you can go to a “Rhybadhysli” – the locals’ name for the bath houses on the banks of the river. One is near the Johanniterbrücke, the other in the Breite district. In the Rhybadhysli you can relax on the sun decks and experience a perfect holiday atmosphere.

Tours & trips in Basel

Tours & trips in Basel. Walking tour through the historic Old Town Spend two hours following the traces of an exciting past from the Tinguely Fountain across the Cathedral Hill, to the City Hall and along the winding and romantic alleys of the medieval Old Town. Let history come alive!

Vintage tram tours Make yourself comfortable and spend an unforgettable hour discovering historic and modern evidence of the 2000 year-old history of Basel. The vintage tram dating back to the 1920s will allow you to savour wonderful sights of the city.

Basel Zoo Enjoy a day in the jungle without leaving the city. The Basel Zoo, affectionately known as “Zolli”, opened to the public in 1874 and is currently home to around 600 species on 11 hectares. www.zoobasel.ch

Art in the city Stroll through the vast open-air art gallery which Basel has to offer. Many fabulous artworks by Jean Tinguely, Richard Serra, Bettina Eichin and other renowned artists can be discovered gracing the city’s streets and piazzas.

Boat trips on the Rhine Discover Basel and its surroundings from the water. You can do this as part of a boat trip provided by one of the large shipping companies that include Basel in their tours or during one of the tours offered by the Basel tour boat company. The “Rhytaxi” will also take you safely and comfortably across the Rhine. www.bpg.ch, www.rhytaxi-basel.ch

Basel and modern architecture If you are looking for contemporary architectural delights, then Basel is the right place for you. Take a guided tour and discover the many extraordinary buildings by internationally renowned architects such as Mario Botta, Renzo Piano and the Basel architects Herzog & de Meuron. You can also follow a designated route that will take you to some of the most famous and unusual buildings.

Unique tours and trips for an unforgettable stay in Basel Whatever you plan to do, in Basel you can. The city and its surroundings offer you and your group countless possibilities for all kinds of activities. Below you will find an interesting selection of individual programme ideas. Basel Tourism will be happy to help you with the organization. - swimming in the Rhine - make your own paper in a medieval paper mill - a farm experience in the beautiful Basel countryside - a bike trip through three countries in one day - make your own chocolates in a confiserie - create a work of art in the style of Jean Tinguely

Landmarks & attractions

Art & culture

Fondation Beyeler

Art & culture. Nearly 40 museums with world renowned exhibitions – this is unique in Switzerland and top class by international standards. With various themed areas, the museums offer something for every taste. Fondation Beyeler 1 From Cézanne and van Gogh to Klee, Miró, Warhol and Rothko – one of the most renowned private collections in the world with major works from the classical modern period can be viewed at the Fondation Beyeler. The splendid museum in Riehen near Basel is designed by star architect Renzo Piano. www.fondationbeyeler.ch Classical music The Basel orchestras may well have performed where you live, as both the Basel Symphony Orchestra and the Basel Chamber Orchestra have already won the hearts of international audiences. www.sinfonieorcheserbasel.ch, www.kammerorchesterbasel.ch Kunstmuseum Basel (Closed from Feb 2015 to Apr 2016) The Kunstmuseum Basel is one of the oldest public art collections in the world. The museum owns the world’s largest collection of works by the Holbein family and other important works of art from the Renaissance period, including Cranach, Grünewald and Konrad Witz. www.kunstmuseumbasel.ch Museum Tinguely The museum is dedicated to the work of the important Swiss iron sculptor and master of kinetic art Jean Tinguely (1925–1991). The permanent exhibition in the museum building designed by Mario Botta displays machine sculptures, moveable reliefs and sketches from all of the artist’s creative periods. www.tinguely.ch

Basel Theatre The Basel Theatre is Switzerland’s largest three-section theatre and performs a wide range of opera, drama and ballet. It has three main venues – the large stage, the small stage and the drama house. www.theaterbasel.ch Schaulager The Schaulager is an institution devoted to conserving, resear ching and teaching contemporary art. It opens to the public occasionally, presenting a special exhibition. www.schaulager.org Vitra Design Museum The museum is located in a building designed by Californian architect Frank O. Gehry and is one of the leading museums of industrial furniture design and architecture. www.design-museum.de Open-air art Whether you are walking through the alleys of the Old Town or just sitting on a park bench – art is everywhere in Basel. Serra, Borofsky, Rodin and Niki de Saint Phalle are just some of the artists whose works you will find here. Kaserne Basel Kaserne Basel is the largest centre in Northwest Switzerland for contemporary theatre, dance, performances and innovative popular music. www.kaserne-basel.ch

Shopping

Shopping. If you enjoy getting to know a city while you shop, then Basel is the right place for you, as shopping and sightseeing can easily be combined here. You will find everything from luxurious designer names such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton and Rolex, to shoes, fashion, books and specialities, from small boutiques to exclusive antique shops and cosmopolitan department stores.

Freie Strasse Basel’s famous shopping street is located in the heart of the city. With over 150 shops, it is an inviting place to go on a long shopping spree. You will find everything here, from famous brands to small boutiques and large department stores. www.proinnerstadt.ch Spalenberg The boutiques on Spalenberg have their own charm and special customers. For example, the long-standing traditional Christmas shop of Johann Wanner sells its wares to the Vatican, the White House and Queen Elizabeth II. www.johannwanner.ch Basel labels Even in clothing labels, Basel has been making history. Many young designers create clothes for fashion-conscious people. A good example is Erfolg: for over ten years, this trendy label has been well-known far beyond the Swiss borders. It is successful and offers affordable prices. www.erfolg-label.ch

Markets You aren’t looking for something new, but rather for something special? Then the best thing would be for you to visit the flea market held at Petersplatz on Saturday mornings, where you can make some real finds. During the week, fresh regional vegetables and other products are sold at Marktplatz. www.marketing.bs.ch / messen-maerkte Shopping malls The Stücki shopping centre provides a modern shopping atmosphere near the city centre. Large shops and smaller boutiques offer a range of goods that is unique in the region. Enjoy a pleasant shopping trip or just while away the afternoon in a café with a view of all the hustle and bustle. Or visit the shopping mall at St. Jakob-Park. In this unique environment you can shop in comfort. www.stuecki-shopping.ch, www.st-jakob-park.com Christmas Market 1 In the heart of the historic Old Town at Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz – one of the most beautiful squares in Basel – lies the beautiful Christmas Market with a very special charm of its own. On both locations traders and practitioners of arts and crafts from all over Switzerland and the Basel region offer their goods and give a demonstration of their skills. www.baslerweihnacht.ch

Basel specialities Läckerli is Basel’s best-known speciality. However, the range of many other sweet delicacies made by the Läckerli Huus does not make choosing easy! www.laeckerli-huus.ch

Christmas Market

Event highlights

Swiss Indoors Basel

Event highlights. Basel Carnival 23 – 25 Feb 2015, 15 – 17 Feb 2016 At exactly 4 am on Monday after Ash Wednesday, the lights in the whole city are switched off and Basel Carnival begins with the traditional parade, the Morgenstreich. The city is turned on its head during the following three days. www.fasnachts-comite.ch Disney’s The Lion King 5 Mar – 16 Aug 2015 Immerse yourself in the glorious colours of Africa and let yourself be touched by a story that has affected people’s hearts like no other. Experience the magnificent English original production at the Musical Theater Basel from March 2015. www.thelionking.ch Baselworld 19 Mar – 26 Mar 2015, 17 – 24 Mar 2016 About 100,000 visitors from the specialist retail and whole-sale trade make their way to Basel from all over the world to discover the current trends and view the latest creations from the watch and jewellery sectors. www.baselworld.com Art Basel 18 – 21 June 2015, 16 – 19 June 2016 Art Basel is undisputedly considered the most important fair of the international art market. Over 300 carefully selected exhibitors from galleries all over the world turn the fairground into the most important museum on time. www.artbasel.com Basel Tattoo 17 – 25 Jul 2015, 15 – 23 Jul 2016 Based on the world-famous Edinburgh Tattoo, the Basel Tattoo is held against the historic backdrop of the Basel barracks during the summer. Audiences are delighted by bagpipes, brass instruments and traditional dance. www.baseltattoo.ch

Baloise Session 23 Oct – 12 Nov 2015, Oct / Nov 2016 Since 1986, this festival has presented big names from the international music scene in small locations with an intimate nightclub atmosphere. Some of the most famous artists of pop, soul, rock, latin, blues, R&B and contemporary jazz perform at this festival. www.baloisesession.ch Swiss Indoors Basel – ATP World Tour 500 1 24 Oct – 1 Nov 2015, 22 – 30 Oct 2016 As one of the most important indoor tournaments in the world, the Swiss Indoors Basel represents the most significant event in the Swiss sporting calendar. Each year, the world’s tennis elite gathers in the city. The world-class player Roger Federer has a special relationship with his home tournament and tries to be there whenever possible. www.swissindoorsbasel.ch Basel Autumn Fair 24 Oct – 8 Nov 2015, 29 Oct – 13 Nov 2016 The Basel Autumn Fair is an experience for young and old. The many rides, the culinary variety and the colourful market on Petersplatz have something to offer each and every visitor. www.messen-maerkte.bs.ch / herbstmesse Christmas Market 26 Nov – 23 Dez 2015, 24 Nov – 23 Dez 2016 The highly attractive Christmas market is held at the heart of the city centre, nestled into the historic Old Town. Traders and artisans from all over Switzerland and the region offer their wares or demonstrate their skills at brightly lit stands and chalets. www.baslerweihnacht.ch

Exhibition highlights

Paul Gauguin, Fondation Beyeler

Exhibition highlights. Fondation Beyeler 1 Paul Gauguin, 8 Feb – 28 Jun 2015 With Paul Gauguin, the Fondation Beyeler presents one of the most famous and fascinating artists in history. As one of the great European cultural highlights in the year 2015, the exhibition brings together about fifty masterpieces by Gauguin from leading international museums and private collections. Gauguin’s groundbreaking paintings have become icons of modern art and are some of the most significant and valuable cultural treasures in the world. Museum Tinguely Belle Haleine – The scent of art, 11 Feb – 17 Jun 2015 How does art smell? For the first time, the exhibition places the sense of smell at the focus of our aesthetic perception and shows works and installations by Marcel Duchamp, Dieter Roth, Ed Ruscha, Valeska Soares and Sissel Tolaas, among others. HMB – Museum für Geschichte Football. Faith, Love, Hope, 13 Mar – 16 Aug 2015 This international touring exhibition shows the ways in which football, religion and society are intertwined. Photos, videos, historical artefacts, fan paraphernalia and personal memorabilia tell of latter-day heroes, high drama on the turf and a quasi-religious devotion to football as a sport. Schaulager The collection of the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation, 13 Jun 2015 – 31 Jan 2016 The Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation has been collecting contemporary art and making it accessible to the public since 1933. While the Kunstmuseum is closed for renovation, the Schaulager will present the first in-depth presentation of its steadily growing collection.

Vitra Design Museum Bauhaus. Design for the 21st century, Sep 2015 – Mar 2016 The “Bauhaus. Design for the 21st century” exhibition presents the legendary institution as a multi-layered experiment on the search for new forms of expression in the industrial society. Against the backdrop of current developments, the Bauhaus reveals new facets and surprising topicality. Fondation Beyeler Kasimir Malewitsch, 6 Sep 2015 – 17 Jan 2016 In 1915, Kasimir Malewitsch created his famous painting, “The Black Square”, which propelled him to the front of the art scene as an icon of modern art. This extensive show celebrates the 100-year anniversary of his masterpiece. Kunstmuseum Basel, Museum für Gegenwartskunst Cy Twombly. Painting & Sculptures, 12 Sep 2015 – 31 Jan 2016 The exhibition focuses on Cy Twombly’s sculptures and paintings from the 1950s to the 1970s at the Kunstmuseum Basel. Selected loans supplement the exhibited works and together they trace the most significant phase in the artistic development of this highly important American artist. Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig Treasures from the Deep. The Sensation of Antikythera, Oct 2015 – Mar 2016 In autumn 1900, sponge divers stumbled across a wreck dating from the 1st century BC on the seabed near the Greek island of Antikythera. The wreck yielded some of the greatest ancient Greek treasure that had ever been found. But the most famous find was a mysterious bronze object: The Antikythera Mechanism.

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Event calendas

Event calendar. Januar

Longines CSI Basel 08.01. – 11.01.2015 International world-class jumping tournament 07.01. – 10.01.2016 Basel Museum Night At a late hour the Basel museums open their doors with an extraordinary programme

16.01.2015 15.01.2016

Vogel Gryff Large traditional celebration in Kleinbasel

20.01.2015 27.01.2016

February Muba The large experiencing and purchasing fair

06.02. – 15.02.2015 05.02. – 14.02.2016

Basel Carnival 1 The city goes crazy on the “three most beautiful days” of Basel’s inhabitants

23.02. – 25.02.2015 15.02. – 17.02.2016

March Disney’s The Lion King 2 The original Broadway musical in Switzerland for the first time

05.03. – 16.08.2015

BScene – Basel Club Festival Northwestern Switzerland‘s largest club festival

06.03. – 07.03.2015 Mar 2016

Badminton Swiss Open International badminton tournament with world-class players

10.03. – 15.03.2015 08.03. – 13.03.2016

Baselworld The international watch and jewellery fair

19.03. – 26.03.2015 17.03. – 24.03.2016

Basel Tattoo Open air show with outstanding formations from all over the world

17.07. – 25.07.2015 15.07. – 23.07.2016

Im Fluss Raft on the Rhine with various concerts

28.07. – 15.08.2015 Jul / Aug 2016

Swiss National Day Celebration on the Rhine Public festival in the city centre with fireworks Orange Cinema Large open-air cinema on Münsterplatz

31.07.2015 31.07.2016

06.08. – 30.08.2015 Jul / Aug 2016

August Open Air Basel 14.08. – 15.08.2015 Dance in the sun, relax on the grass and enjoy Aug 2016 international top stars Basel Rhine Swimming The big Rhine swimming event is a tradition for locals and visitors

18.08.2015 16.08.2016

Em Bebbi sy Jazz The Basel jazz festival in the Old Town

21.08.2015 19.08.2016

Augusta Raurica Roman Festival Experience the everyday life of the ancient Romans

29.08. – 30.08.2015 27.08. – 28.08.2016

Theaterfestival Basel 31.08. – 11.09.2016 International theatre festival on various stages Aug / Sep 2018 September

April

IWB Basel Marathon Marathon with music along the route

27.09.2015 Sep 2016

October

Blues Festival Basel Blues festival with international musicians

14.04. – 19.04.2015 05.04. – 10.04.2016

Baloise Session Music festival with international stars

International Jazzfestival Basel International jazzfestival with world-class musicians

16.04. – 10.05.2015 Apr / May 2016

Swiss Indoors Basel – ATP World Tour 500 24.10. – 01.11.2015 World’s best tennis 22.10. – 30.10.2016

Blickfang Basel 24.04. – 26.04.2015 Enjoy the creations of famous designers and Apr 2016 promising young talents May Young Stage World‘s best young professional artists compete at the international circus festival

16.05. – 19.05.2015 May 2016

Basel Autumn Fair The oldest and largest funfair in Switzerland

24.10. – 08.11.2015 29.10. – 13.11.2016

November Palazzo Colombino 20.11.2015 – 17.01.2016 Prize-winning artists and culinary delights Nov 2016 – Jan 2017 in the out of the ordinary theatre

June

Christmas Market The unique feel of Christmastime in Basel

Circus Knie 11.06. – 24.06.2015 Switzerland’s largest circus on a visit to Basel Jun 2016

Basel City Run Basels traditional running event

Art Basel The international art fair

December

18.06. – 21.06.2015 16.06. – 19.06.2016

July Summerblues Fifth edition of the Kleinbasel blues festival

03.07.2015 01.07.2016

23.10. – 12.11.2015 Oct / Nov 2016

26.11. – 23.12.2015 24.11. – 23.12.2016 28.11.15 26.11.16

Women‘s Top Volley International 27.12. – 29.12.2015 International women’s volleyball tournament 27.12. – 29.12.2016 Fireworks on the Rhine Public festival

31.12.2015 31.12.2016 All dates are subject to change.

Event calendar

Disney‘s Musical The Lion King

Basel Carnival

Restaurants

Restaurants. Traditional and typical Swiss food* Käfer Stube 100 Löwenzorn 130 Safran Zunft 100 Schlüsselzunft 100 Schnabel 90 Schützenhaus 180 Walliserkanne 120 Zum Braunen Mutz 200 Zum Gifthüttli 100 Places to be* Acqua Atlantis Cantina Don Camillo Kunsthalle Les Gareçons Manger & Boire 2 Noohn Tibits Volkshaus Basel

65 / 80 70 60 300 30 – 60 65 250 175 / 130 100

Haute cuisine* Bel Etage (Hotel Der Teufelhof Basel) 70 Cheval Blanc (Hotel Les Trois Rois) 35 Chez Donati 120 Gasthof zum Goldenen Sternen 85 Les Quatre Saisons 60 Schloss Binningen 45 Schloss Bottmingen 50 Stucki 80 Asian food* Bajwa Palace Indian Restaurant 50 Jay‘s Rastaurant 60 Jeffery‘s Thai Restaurant Erawan 150 Namamen Japanese Ramenbar 40 Negishi Sushi Bar 35 Nooch 115 Xiao Lu‘s 105 Nightlife* Baltazar Bar 85 Bar Les Trois Rois 35 Bar Rouge 3 – Campari Bar 75 Eo Ipso 120 1 Kaserne Basel – Nordstern – * A selection of restaurants

Internet 30 www.kaefer-schweiz.ch 130 www.loewenzorn.ch 280 / 60 / 40 / 20 www.safran-zunft.ch 130 www.schluesselzunft.ch 50 www.restaurant-schnabel.ch 180 www.schuetzenhaus-basel.ch 60 www.walliserkanne-basel.ch – www.braunermutz.ch 60 www.gifthuettli.ch Internet – www.acquabasilea.ch 30 – 300 www.atlan-tis.ch – www.cantina-doncamillo.ch 240 www.restaurant-kunsthalle.ch 30 / 200 www.lesgarecons.ch 38 www.mangerboire.ch – www.noohn.ch – www.tibits.ch 400 www.volkshaus-basel.ch Internet 80 www.teufelhof.com – www.lestroisrois.com – www.lestroisrois.com 80 / 70 / 30 / 20 www.sternen-basel.ch – www.lesquatresaisons.ch 10 – 80 www.schlossbinningen.ch 10 – 300 www.weiherschloss.ch 150 www.stuckibasel.ch Internet – www.bajwapalace.ch 150 www.jaysindianfood.com – www.jefferys.ch – www.namamen.ch – www.negishi.ch – www.nooch.ch 65 www.xiaolus.ch Internet – www.baltazarbar.ch – www.lestroisrois.com 350 www.barrouge.ch 120 www.restaurant-kunsthalle.ch – www.eoipso.ch 1700 www.kaserne-basel.ch 450 www.nordstern.com

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Hotels

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Seminar & banquet rooms

Hotels

Grand Hotel Les Trois Rois

Youth Hostel Basel

Basel region

Basel region. The three-country region of the Upper Rhine Valley is located in the centre of Europe, along the upper part of the river Rhine, and is a region of appealing differences. Be indulged by famous gastronomy and the excellent regional wines, relax in a spa in various luxury hotels or get to know one of the well-known cities like Freiburg or Strasbourg. The Upper Rhine Valley is easily accessible and also easy to travel by car as well as by public transport. The Schengen visa regulations make travelling from one country to the other simple and pleasant. Colmar The beautiful Old Town of Colmar with its famous quarter known as Little Venice is an appealing place to spend some time. Enjoy specialities from the Alsace in one of the many typical regional restaurants or discover the renowned Isenheim Altarpiece at the Unterlinden Museum, a must for all fans of culture. Strasbourg There is no doubt that Strasbourg is one of Europe’s great cities that you simply have to know and love. Every part of this city has its own identity closely linked to its history and inhabitants. The Old Town is located on an island in the river Ill and has been classified as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Castles – Haut-Koenigsbourg Alsace is Europe’s richest region in terms of concentration of feudal castles. Indeed, the region has over 400 castle ruins. The HautKoenigsbourg was completely refurbished and is one of the most frequently visited in France. Black Forest The Black Forest area with its dense forests, bright mountain tops, mysterious glacial lakes and romantic valleys is a popular holiday destination for Europeans. Tradition is highly appreciated in the Black Forest. The region is also known for its cuckoo clocks and the Black Forest cherry cake.

Basel country side

Farmhouse inns Farmhouse inns abound in the Vosges mountains and provide catering based on farmhouse produce. Their origin dates back to the 19th century when they opened their doors to ramblers to offer them home made products. Southern Palatinate This charming wine region comprises numerous romantic villages along the famous German wine route. Endless panoramic circular routes, untouched groves of woods and lush green meadows are a treat for hikers, bikers and those wanting to replenish spent energies and seeking tranquillity. Basel countryside 1 Basel countryside, located at the gates of Basel, offers unspoilt nature, magnificent landscapes and limitless recreational possibilities – all easily accessible both by public transport and car. From the Rhine to the Jura mountains, visitors to the region will find many unknown and exciting areas, which one simply must discover for oneself.

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1002 m

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Pulversheim

Cernay

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Tours & trips around Basel

Tours & trips around Basel. Half-day trips Trip on the Rhine and to the Roman town 1 of Augusta Raurica You will spend two hours experiencing the region from the water, heading up the Rhine to Kaiseraugst. Following a short walk, you will reach the Roman town of Augusta Raurica, where you will have the chance to view the ancient sites and the Roman museum either on your own or with a guide. Afterwards, you will return to Basel by bus. Forest rope park in Reigoldswil 2 You can follow a number of different trails in the rope park and put your sense of balance, skill and courage to the test. You’ll be instructed and supervised by trained guides, and there are different levels of difficulty for varying requirements. Unforgettable experiences and adventures in the wilderness for families, groups, teams and individuals. Freiburg im Breisgau 3 Visit the nearby capital of the Black Forest, which you can reach in less than an hour by bus and rail. Discover the Gothic Münster (cathedral) and the magnificent baroque buildings, and wander through the alleys of the Old Town with their little streams and mosaics made of pebbles from the Rhine, which tell the proud history of the former imperial city. Wasserfallen in Reigoldswil Treat yourself to a couple of hours of peace and relaxation combined with a lot of fun in the nearby Basel area, which you can reach by bus in just 40 minutes. Feel like you are flying over the magnificent landscape of the northeastern Jura by taking northwestern Switzerland’s only aerial cableway and enjoy the unspoiled nature. Following a hearty lunch in one of the mountain restaurants, a relaxing or an exciting experience awaits you: adventurous visitors can get to grips with a trip down to the valley on a rented scooter, while those who like hiking can enjoy the wonderful Jura mountains.

Arlesheim – Dornach The cathedral with its impressive forecourt is the symbol of Arlesheim and a wonderful place to listen to the magical sounds of organ music. Following your visit to the cathedral, you can walk to Arlesheim Hermitage, the oldest English landscaped garden in Switzerland, where you will be enchanted by the romantic idyllic scenery and the many ponds and grottos. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Goetheanum in Dornach, the centre of the worldwide Anthroposophical Society, which is located in an architecturally interesting building. Jura mountains An impressive landscape of mountains and valleys awaits you only an hour from Basel by car. Among the Jura mountains, you will find many inviting places of historical interest, including the small medieval town St. Ursanne with its imposing abbey, monastery and the Fondation Bellelay, where you can discover the secret of the manufacture of the famous Tête-de-Moine cheese. Mulhouse It is well worth visiting the historical city centre with the Place de la Réunion and its brightly painted facades, which show the charm of the Alsatian way of life. Visit one of the many museums with their world-famous collections or enjoy the delicious regional cuisine in the typical local restaurants.

Tours & trips around Basel

Forest rope park

Freiburg im Breisgau

Augusta Raurica

Tours & trips around Basel

Europa-Park

Colmar

Europa Park 3 Schluchsee

Tours & trips around Basel

One and two day trips Europa-Park 1 Spread over an area of 85 hectares and located in the neighbouring region of South Baden, a fantastic world of sensations with many opportunities for adventure attracts visitors. Over 100 exciting attractions and international shows guarantee lots of fun on the rides and unforgettable moments. Experience real exhilaration – only one hour away from Basel. Alsace tours 2 Explore the Alsace by taking a trip along the French wine route, which covers a distance of over 170 kilometres through the Alsace. You will discover small medieval villages at the foot of the Vosges mountains during this wonderful trip along hilly vineyards. Visit one of the traditional wine cellars and learn about the Alsatian wines during a guided tour followed by a tasting. Let yourself fall under the spell of the Alsatian way of life. Black Forest tour 3 Once you are in Basel, you mustn’t miss the chance to visit the Black Forest. This trip will take you via Lörrach and Schopfheim through the Wehra Valley to St. Blasien, a charming little village with an impressive skyline dominated by the third-largest church dome in Europe. Following a guided tour of the cathedral and monastery, enjoy your lunch and a stroll through the village. After wards, travel on to Titisee, enjoying a marvellous view of the magical Black Forest during the trip along Schluchsee. As you return to Basel, a detour to the climatic spa of St. Peter with its lively culture will be an unforgettable addition to the day. Swiss Cities: Zurich and Lucerne Experience the two cities of Zurich and Lucerne. A bus will take you from Basel to Zurich. Discover the city on the river Limmat in a tour followed by lunch at a restaurant in the Old Town. Afterwards, travel on to Lucerne, which you can also explore during a guided tour before returning to Basel.

Pilatus Mount Pilatus, the distinctive symbol of Lucerne, invites you to take an unforgettable “Golden Trip“, a unique round trip by boat, the steepest cogwheel railway in the world, as well as gondola and aerial cableway. The breathtaking view over the Alps is magnifi cent and the international cuisine in the restaurants is delicious. Aletsch Arena Discover a unique rugged landscape whose untouched character makes it something very special. The three excursion and holiday destinations Riederalp, Bettmeralp and Fiesch-Eggishorn are situated alongside the 23 km-long Aletsch Glacier, the greatest ice flow in the Alps and the heart of the Swiss Alps’ Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage Site. In summer, the car-free Aletsch Arena offers 317 km of hiking trails, fixed-ropes, mountain bike routes, paragliding and the highest-altitude 9-hole golf course in Europe. In the winter months, cablecars and ski lifts carry visitors to over 100 km of slopes – with snow guaranteed, winter hiking trails, snowshoe trails and cross-country skiing trails in the midst of an idyllic, natural landscape. Jungfraujoch The Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe is the climax of any trip to Switzerland. Europe’s highest-altitude station is located at 3,454 metres above sea level. Visitors can enjoy an Alpine wonderland of ice, snow and rock and admire the view from the platform, on the Aletsch Glacier or in the ice palace. On fine days you can see as far as the Vosges and the Black Forest. The train ride to the Jungfraujoch, passing through the Eiger and Mönch, is an experience in itself. Visitors can enjoy the magnificent view at the Eismeer and Eigerwand stops along the way.

Incoming Services

Incoming Services. Get information on the services of Basel Tourism for travel agencies and tour operators. In Basel Tourism Incoming Services you will find a professional partner for the organisation of your programmes in Basel. The key services include the organisation of your accommodation requirements, the planning and management of social programmes and the organisation of your group trip in Basel and its surrounding areas. Advice - Competent, neutral and professional advice for general information on Basel, hotels and events of all kinds - Incoming Services is your ideal partner to contact for information and coordination in Basel (single point of contact) Hotel reservation - Allows you to book accommodation 365 days of the year - Rooms may be booked in hotels, B&Bs and youth hostels - Best price guarantee for many hotels Events and group trips - Arrange special conditions and prices for a group of rooms and compile an appropriate offer - Administration of block bookings and processing of reservation enquiries; dispatch of booking confirmations within 48 hours - Support in the selection and reservation of suitable locations for lunches and dinners - Planning and organisation of sightseeing programmes, excursions and guided tours

Group event in Basel

- Organisation of all types of transfers - Free supply and delivery of brochures on Basel - Supply of pictures and texts Further services - Invitation for site inspections and fam trips - Special packages for FIT and groups (see following pages) - Organisation of attractive team building events Your benefit For successful referrals of its own products (BaselCard, city tours, City Treasure Hunt, etc.) Basel Tourism pays a commission between 10â&#x20AC;&#x2030;% and 20â&#x20AC;&#x2030;%. Basel Tourism Incoming Services Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 58, Fax +41 (0)61 268 68 70 incoming@basel.com, www.basel.com

Switzerland compact

Geneva

Switzerland compact – 4 day-tour to Zurich, Basel, Interlaken & Geneva. Experience the beauty of Switzerland on a 4-day-trip and explore charming cities and untouched mountain scenery in the German and French speaking part of Switzerland. Day 1: Zurich Visit of Zurich. Overnight in Zurich. Day 2: Basel Transfer from Zurich to Basel by train. Full day in Basel. Programme ideas: Guided city tour, entrance to the zoo and a visit of a museum. Overnight in Basel. Day 3: Interlaken Transfer from Basel to Interlaken by train. Time at leisure in Interlaken. Overnight in Interlaken. Day 4: Geneva Transfer from Interlaken to Geneva and departure. The package includes - 1 overnight in Zurich, 3-star hotel, double room including breakfast - 1 overnight in Basel, 3-star hotel, double room including breakfast - 1 overnight in Interlaken, 3-star hotel, double room including breakfast - 4 day Swiss Pass / 2nd class for all train journeys in Switzerland

Not included - City taxes - Meals (except breakfast at the hotels) - Insurance - Surcharge 4-star hotels: USD 80 (EUR 64) per person / basis double room - Surcharge Swiss Pass 1st class: USD 54 (EUR 43) per person Conditions - All services are on request - Offer for groups and FITs Book at Basel Tourism Incoming Services.

Approx. USD 552 / EUR 443 per person. Depending on the current exchange rate.

Best of Switzerland

Best of Switzerland – Cities, mountains and trains. Experience the beauty of Switzerland on a 8-day-trip and explore charming cities, untouched mountain scenery and stunning train journeys. Day 1: Arrival in Switzerland, Basel Transfer from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg by bus or from Zurich Airport to Basel by train. Time at leisure. Overnight in Basel.

Day 8: Departure Transfer to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg or to Zurich Airport and departure.

Day 2: Basel Full day in Basel. Programme ideas: Guided city tour, entrance and visit to the zoo and a visit of a museum. Overnight in Basel.

The package includes - 2 overnights in Basel - 1 overnight in Lucerne - 1 overnight in St. Moritz - 1 overnight in Zermatt - 1 overnight in Bettmeralp - 1 overnight in Zurich - 8 day Swiss Pass / 2nd class for all train journeys in Switzerland

Day 3: Lucerne Transfer from Basel to Lucerne by train. Guided city tour in Lucerne or excursion to the Pilatus. Time at leisure. Overnight in Lucerne. Day 4: St. Moritz Transfer from Lucerne to St. Moritz by train. Time at leisure in St. Moritz. Overnight in St. Moritz. Day 5: Glacier Express The remarkable journey by Glacier Express from St. Moritz to Zermatt takes nearly eight hours. This is a day trip through untouched mountain landscapes, deep gorges, delightful valleys, 91 tunnels and across 291 impressive bridges. Overnight in Zermatt. Day 6: Bettmeralp / Aletsch Glacier Transfer from Zermatt to Bettmeralp. Time at leisure in Bettmeralp. Overnight in Bettmeralp. Day 7: Zurich Transfer from Bettmeralp to Zurich by train. Shopping in Zurich. Overnight in Zurich.

Conditions - Basis: 3-star hotel, double room including breakfast - All services are on request - Offer for groups and FITs Not included - City taxes - Meals (except breakfast at the hotels) - Insurance - Guided city tour in Lucerne and excursion to Pilatus - Surcharge 4-star hotels: USD 138 (EUR 111) per person / basis double room - Surcharge Swiss Pass 1st class: USD 242 (EUR 194) per person Book at Basel Tourism Incoming Services.

Approx. USD 1144 / EUR 921 per person. Depending on the current exchange rate.

Aletsch Glacier

Heart of Europe

Badenweiler, Black Forest

Welcome to the heart of Europe – Visit three countries in five days. Experience the beauty of Switzerland, Germany and France on a 5-day-trip and explore charming cities, untouched landscapes and stunning lakesides. Day 1: Zurich, Basel Transfer from EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg by bus or from Zurich Airport to Basel by train. Time at leisure. Overnight in Basel.

- Full day guide for the tours to Black Forest and Alsace (8 hours) - Full day coach rental for the tours to Black Forest and Alsace (8 hours)

Day 2: Basel Full day in Basel. Programme ideas: guided city tour, entrance and visit to the Basel zoo and a visit of a museum. Overnight in Basel.

Day 3: Black Forest Full day tour to the Black Forest in Germany. Visit of Titisee and Freiburg. Overnight in Basel. Day 4: Alsace Full day tour to Alsace in France. Visit of the two charming cities Colmar and Eguisheim. Overnight in Basel. Day 5: Basel Transfer to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg or to Zurich Airport and departure. The package includes - 4 overnights in Basel, 3-star hotel, double room including breakfast - Train ticket from Zurich Airport to Basel, 2nd class, return

Conditions - All services are on request - Offer for groups (from 15 pax) Book at Basel Tourism Incoming Services.

Approx. USD 595 / EUR 477 per person. Depending on the current exchange rate. Of fer for groups (from 15 pax).

Incentives

City Treasure Hunt

Incentives. City Treasure Hunt 1 Team spirit, creativity and a sense of direction are required during this tricky treasure hunt through Basel. Get to know the city in a different way. Following briefing by the guides of Basel Tourism you will set off, armed with a map, clues for the different stages and a digital camera. During the short expedition through the city, the aim is to find hidden items, solve complex tasks and find answers to all sorts of questions. High-tech Treasure Hunt tabtour This high-tech team adventure combines adventure and spirit of discovery. With the help of tablet PC’s and the purpose-built software the participants are sent to an eventful and interactive journey. The tasks to be performed are riddles, skill questions or task in relation with pictures, texts or high-tech. The teams need to solve the mystery of each task. Another outstanding feature is the high degree of freedom the teams have, the only strings are time scale, safety and to reach the maximum score. For orientation the teams are equipped with various tools such as tablet PC, compass, map, GPS device, UMTS and cloud computing. Wine tasting in Hotel Der Teufelhof Basel The guest house and venue for cultural events Der Teufelhof Basel is not only famous for its fabulous culinary delights, but also for its exquisite wine cellar. Its team would be happy to organise a wine tasting evening for you. From a comprehensive wine list with around 450 different entries it selects and presents in detail six different wines from the best-known wine regions in Europe. This is followed by a guided tour of Der Teufelhof Basel. Bake your own Basler Läckerli Läckerli are spiced biscuits and one of the best known specialities of the city. Visit Bürgin‘s Fischerhaus and learn how to make these delicious treats yourself. This 18th century fisherman‘s house has a unique atmosphere in which you will feel welcome and immediately

at ease. Under expert supervision, you will learn how to bake the delicious Basel speciality Läckerli. Afterwards, indulge in a typical Basel meal - and what would be better for dessert than the delicious biscuits that you baked earlier? Rally through the city of Basel Speed-lovers and friends of mobile wheeled vehicles can experience a very special kind of rally in Basel. This is a sporting adventure not to be missed! Participants in this orienteering race to test your navigational skills can choose between various scooters, e-scooters or e-bikes in a race to find one’s way around the city. The race is made particularly interesting in that at various places there are problems to solve and changes in the method of transport. Beschle Chocolatier – make your own chocolate Visit the traditional chocolate manufacturers Beschle Chocolatier Suisse and discover all there is to know about the sweet delight - and you can even make your own chocolate. There is no other foodstuff more closely associated with Switzerland than chocolate. A visit to the famous Basel chocolatier allows you a precious insight into the manufacturing, processing and refining of chocolate, followed of course by some tasting. Afterwards you can put your newly gained knowledge into practice and create your own type of chocolate, assisted by master chocolatier Pascal Beschle. Cocktail training Actually why shaken and not stirred? How to serve a Bloody Mary? How do you mix a Manhatten? You have the chance to mix your own cocktails and get the recipes straight away with you. An exciting hour is for certain. Afterwards you have the possibility to enjoy a dinner at the restaurant Bel Etage. All programmes available in German | French | English For more information visit www.basel.com/incentives

Guided tours for groups

Novartis Campus

Guided tours for groups. Novartis Campus 1 Discover this place of innovation and research. Visitors are led around the Campus under the expert stewardship of Novartis guides and can view the new working environment with its modern office and laboratory facilities from outside. They also get to know the reasons and ideas that led to the redesign of the company‘s headquarters.

Basel at Christmas Discover Basel during Christmas time and learn about old and new Christmas customs and traditions. Allow yourself to be enchanted by the charm of Basel during the advent period. In addition to decorative lighting, Christmas trees and angels, you will discover a rich history and a richness of Christmas traditions in the city on the Rhine.

Guided tour available in German | English | French | Italian | Spanish

Basel compact Would you like to get to know and love Basel in one hour? What are the essential things to see for newcomers to Basel? Which historic sites of interest or architectural highlights are featured? This tour offers a memorable overview of the history of Basel as well as comprehensive information on the city‘s sights. On this one-hour walk, you discover picturesque sites and places of interest, the historic City Hall, the Cathedral, and of course the magnificent Old Town.

Carnival in Basel Basel‘s famous Carnival begins on Monday following Ash Wednesday with the “Morgestraich” lantern parade at 4 am, when the city is plunged into darkness and the Carnival cliques take control for the three-day event. On this tour you will discover everything there is to know about Basel‘s Carnival, from its origins to the present day.

Nightwatchman‘s secret Come along and join nightwatchman Rudolf Streiff on his evening tour through the quiet streets and narrow lanes of the picturesque old part of Basel known as St. Alban-Vorstadt. On his way, he will tell you about the adventures, the long-past stories and the way of life in the olden days of the people of St. Alban-Tal. He will also let you in on his secret and unrequited love for the beautiful and highborn Helena who will cross his path whilst he is making his tour.

St. Alban-Tal – Basel‘s little Venice Intensely romantic, quiet and shrouded in myth and mystery, join us on a visit to the St. Alban quarter. This lovingly restored quarter of the city is littered with tiny canals and waterways and is a genuine hidden gem. This is where the past and present meet, with traditional handicraft and former industrial buildings, old timberframed buildings and modern architecture, the medieval paper mill and the Museum for Contemporary Art. Where life in the city of both today and yesterday collide. Guided tour available in German | English | French | Italian | Spanish

Guided tour available in German | English | French | Italian | Spanish

Guided tour available in German

For more information visit www.basel.com/guidedtours

Convention Bureau

Congress Center Basel

Convention Bureau. The Convention Bureau at Basel Tourism will help you in all fields if you are planning a congress or a meeting in the Basel area. You will be provided with competent, neutral advice, hotel bookings and help in finding event locations. The team can suggest ideas for your social programmes and organise bus transfers, site inspections and visits. You may also order brochures to produce information packs for your participants. Congress and conference centres Congress Center Basel 1 Swiss Conference Center Event venues Basler Personenschifffahrt Dreispitzhalle Offene Kirche Elisabethen Pantheon Basel Pathé Küchlin Restaurant Rhypark Restaurant Safran Zunft Saalbau Rhypark Schloss Bottmingen St. Jakobshalle Basel St. Jakob-Park Basel Stadt-Casino Volkshaus Basel

Max. seating cap. in people L 25 2,500 5 240

Internet www.congress.ch www.swiss.com

L Max. seating cap. in people 3 180 3 800 5 500 5 650 8 554 3 180 4 300 1 600 6 150 7 9,200 6 900 3 650 4 130

Internet www.bpg.ch www.dreispitzhalle.ch www.offenekirche.ch www.pantheonbasel.ch www.pathe.ch / basel www.restaurantrhypark.ch www.safran-zunft.ch www.lolocations.com www.weiherschloss.ch www.stjakobshalle.ch www.communication.ch www.stadtcasino.ch www.volkshaus-basel.ch

Professional congress organisers and event agencies Congrex Schweiz Organizers Schweiz GmbH MCI

Seminar & banquet rooms

Internet www.congrex.com www.organizers.ch www.mci-group.com / schweiz

Useful tips

Useful tips. For your stay in Basel

For your stay in Switzerland

Mobility Ticket Each guest staying in a Basel hotel receives a free Mobility Ticket when checking in. It entitles you to free use of public transport in the city of Basel and its environs for the entire duration of your stay. The reservation confirmation is valid for the use of public transport from EuroAirport or from the Basel rail stations to the hotel on the day of arrival.

Entering Switzerland You must present a valid passport or identity card. Import regulations for Switzerland are available at www.ezv.admin.ch

BaselCard Buy a BaselCard and take advantage of its numerous attractive offers: Free city tour, 50 % discount on the entry to many of Basel’s museums, free entry to the Basel Zoo, free ferry trip and much more. The BaselCard is available at the Hotel & Tourist Information of Basel Tourism and in several hotels. Hours Adults 24 CHF 20 | EUR 17 | USD 20 48 CHF 27 | EUR 23 | USD 28 72 CHF 35 | EUR 30 | USD 35 24*TNW CHF 25 | EUR 21 | USD 25

Children CHF 10.00 | EUR 9 | USD 10 CHF 13.50 | EUR 12 | USD 14 CHF 17.50 | EUR 15 | USD 18 CHF 12.50 | EUR 11 | USD 13

* Includes public transportation in Basel

Children = 6 – 16 years old. The price is based on Swiss francs. Payments in euro will be calculated on the basis of the exchange rate at the time. City Guide Basel App The handy offline city guide for Android and iOS provides you with the most useful information about Basel. Its integrated city map shows you the best route to your hotel, pinpoints interesting museums, tells you what events are on, and much more. The City Guide Basel is available in German, English, French and Spanish. Free download on the App Store by Apple, on Google play or on www.basel.com / cityapp Travel Trade Information Get information on the services of Basel Tourism for travel agencies and tour operators. www.basel.com / traveltrade Photo gallery Basel Tourism provides photographs free of charge for publication in tourist literature. www.basel.com / photogallery Username: images Password: basel

Rail – Swiss Travel System for rail passengers The Swiss Travel System covers Switzerland’s entire public transport system. It aims to make access to public transport easier for visitors from all over the world. The Swiss Pass allows you to enjoy unrestricted free travel in the entire network by rail, coach or boat on four, eight, fifteen or twenty-two days, or over an entire month. Using the Swiss Flexi Pass, you can enjoy unlimited travel in the transport network on three, four, five or six days of your choice within a validity period of one month. Swiss Passes can also be purchased at the Tourist & Hotel Information of Basel Tourism in the Swiss Railway Station SBB. www.swisstravelsystem.com, www.sbb.ch Telephone numbers / emergencies Police, general emergency calls Fire brigade Breakdown service, TCS Medical emergencies Weather forecast

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Public holidays Offices and shops are closed on the following public holidays, with the exception of shops in railways and airports. - 1 January: New Year’s Day - 2 January: Berchtoldstag (does not affect all cantons) - Carnival Monday and Wednesday afternoon (Basel only) - Good Friday - Easter including Easter Monday - 1 May: Labour Day (does not affect all cantons) - Ascension Day - Whit Sunday and Monday - 1 August: Swiss National Day - 25 December: Christmas Day - 26 December: Boxing Day

Facts & figures

Facts & figures. Population of the canton of Basel Approx. 195,000 Language

German Currency Swiss francs, CHF Exchange rate: EUR 1,00 = approx. CHF 1.25 / GBP 1.00 = approx. CHF 1.50 / USD 1.00 = approx. CHF 1 Climate Basel has a central European continental climate and is one of the warmest regions in Switzerland. It enjoys an above-average number of sunny days. The average temperatures of the last 30 years are: spring, 10.3 °C; summer, 18.8 °C; autumn, 10.5 °C; winter, 2.4 °C. Geography The city of culture on the Rhine is situated at the heart of Europe in the middle of the tri-border region formed by Switzerland, France and Germany. The Black Forest, the Vosges mountains, the Jura mountains and the Alsace are very close to Basel.

View over the Rhine and the Old Town

Economy In Basel you will find a unique concentration of innovative companies, research institutes and academic institutions, a cosmopolitan culture, an international environment and businessfriendly conditions. The region gives employment to around 300,000 people from both Switzerland and abroad. The city on the Rhine is a centre for life sciences as well as the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. It is also home to many important companies in the logistics, transport and financial services industries. Furthermore, Basel is one of the most important trade fair and congress centres in Switzerland. History Back before our calendar began, Basel had already been occupied by the Celts. In 30 B.C. the city‘s strategically favourable position led the Romans to station their military forces on the hill now occupied by the Cathedral. One key event in the development of the city was the founding of the university in the year 1460. Many of Europe‘s greatest minds came to Basel, which became a veritable centre of humanism and book printing. The Reformation witnessed the growth of the silk weaving and dyeing industries which in turn gave rise to today‘s pharmaceutical and chemical companies. The once fortified settlement is today a financial and commercial hub and a celebrated city of culture.

Contact details

Contact details. Basel Tourism Aeschenvorstadt 36 CH-4010 Basel Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 68 Fax +41 (0)61 268 68 70 info@basel.com www.basel.com

Basel Tourism has been awarded the stage III quality seal and the ISO certificate for Swiss Tourism.

Incoming Services Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 58 Fax +41 (0)61 268 68 70 incoming@basel.com Guided Tours Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 32 Fax +41 (0)61 268 68 75 guidedtours@basel.com Convention Bureau Phone +41 (0)61 268 68 20 Fax +41 (0)61 268 68 70 convention@basel.com Tourist & Hotel Information In the Stadt-Casino at Barfüsserplatz Steinenberg 14 CH-4010 Basel Opening hours Monday to Friday 9 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 9 am – 5 pm Sunday and public holidays 10 am – 3 pm Tourist & Hotel Information Swiss Railway Station SBB CH-4010 Basel Opening hours Monday to Friday 8.30 am – 6 pm Saturday 9 am – 5 pm Sunday and public holidays 9 am – 3 pm Further information www.museenbasel.ch www.basel.ch www.upperrhinevalley.com

Credits Edition: 2015 Cover picture: Andreas Zimmermann Print: Gremper AG

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