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How to spend top weekend in Basel - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites
While staying in Basel you can devote time not only to traditional tours around museums and surviving historic buildings, but also to unique places, which have no rivals. One of these places is Dreiländereck situated on the outskirts of the city. Strolling along its picturesque waterfront, Westquaistrasse, you can find a symbolic stele with flags of the three countries, Switzerland, Germany and France. Standing next to the stele, you can see all three states. There are pointers that show the location of the French town Unang and the German city of Weil am Rhein. The latter is connected to Basel with a pedestrian bridge across the River Rhine.
Basel has several luxury designer hotels, which will enchant travelers with unique atmosphere. Ultra-modern style is a hallmark of Radisson Blu, Basel. The hotel offers more than 200 rooms. … 
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Basel has a decent selection of luxury hotels that will delight discerning guests with a variety of services and luxurious furnishings. A conference center is merged with a luxury hotel … Open
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If all the popular museums and shopping centers of Basel have already been studied, be sure to visit Zur Puppenfee on Gerbergasse. That’s a unique store that offers customers a huge selection of antique toys. Prices in the store are quite high, so many tourists visit it like a normal museum. Collectors will appreciate a range of goods, while ordinary passers-by could see the dolls and tin soldiers, which have been used by local children more than a hundred years ago.
Basel is home to the world-famous historical amenity. Hotel Alfa is considered one of the oldest guest houses of the city. That’s a part of Hotelleriesuisse network, so it can be named … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Basel and surroundings
Reference information
Map of all Michelin restaurants
Michelin-starred restaurants in Basel
♥ Restaurant 'Chez Donati' Basel. Type - Italian. 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Zum Goldenen Sternen' Basel. Type - International|Classic cuisine. 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant '800° Premium Steakhouse' Basel. Type - Grills|International. 1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Oliv' BASEL. Type - Mediterranean cuisine|Classic cuisine. 1.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Restaurant 'Bonvivant' Basel. Type - International. 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Basel
♥ Castle 'Vordere Birseck Castle' , 7.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Frohberg Castle' , 10.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Rötteln Castle' , 10.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Landskron' Haut-Rhin, 10.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Château de Ferrette' Haut-Rhin, 21.8 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Basel and around
♥ Art museum 'Museum of Contemporary Art' Basel, 0.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Museum Tinguely' Basel, 1.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Beyeler Foundation' Riehen, 5.5 km from the center. On the map
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Original sights of Basel, deserving Guinness book
Colmar
From the series “Nooks and Villages That Are More Colorful Than Top Touristic Destinations”
Check on the map: Distance from Basel center - 60.8 km.
Besides exploring the lovely old streets, tourists can diversify their leisure with visits to museums, theaters, and concert halls. The world famous museum of sacred art, Unterlinden, is situated there. The area of the charming town of only 66.5 square km, and the population is about 67 000 people. The first mention of the town dates back to the 9th century. Since its inception, the place had great strategic importance. …
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Flower Clock in Zurich
From the series “Enchanting Flower Clocks Built by Humans”
Check on the map: Distance from Basel center - 66.9 km.
As in many other cities around the world, the flower clock in Zurich looks different each year. Its design is created by the best florists of the country. At the first glance, it may seem that flowers on the flowerbed are set in a chaotic manner. In fact, prior to planting, each plant goes through a series of tests. Plants are selected to ensure that they will look pleasing throughout the season. …
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Basel by photo artists
Search for interesting places on Basel map
Walk through hidden local streets, sneak to a small cafe, breathe and enjoy Basel from inside. Stay out from the beaten track during your city weekend, discover the soul of Basel as a real travel gourment. Follow our guide, take one of the exclusive services and spend your time in Basel unforgettably and with a full passion!
