11 Reasons to Enjoy Basel, Switzerland, Basel, Switzerland

There are 11 reasons to enjoy Basel, Switzerland. But it can really be summed up in one word: CULTURE. This is a hardworking Swiss city that knows how to enjoy the arts, nature, and history.

As it has been over three decades since I visited Basel, Switzerland鈥檚 third-largest city, I didn鈥檛 know what to expect. I had 48 hours to explore the medieval Old Town plus its bustling cosmopolitan neighborhoods.

Basel spans the political tumult and the cultural changes that define Europe. First, the Celts were here; it is the site of the original Basel. The Romans crossed the Rhine and their occupation lasted 300 years. Then the Germanic tribes invaded. Basel became part of the Swiss Confederacy in 1501.

Basel鈥檚 borders touch two adjacent countries鈥擣rance and聽Switzerland, nestled between the Swiss Jura, Germany鈥檚 Black Forest, and the Vosges in Alsace. The airport is situated in France. Little (Klein) Basel borders Germany. It is surrounded by the Black Forest.

鈥淲here else can you visit three countries all at the same time (very conveniently on public transport), without having to travel a long way?鈥� - Basel Tourism ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: 11 Reasons to Enjoy Basel, Switzerland
Guide Location: Switzerland » Basel
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Teresa Markle
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