From Wolfgang Tillmans to open air festivals to alfresco dining there is something for everyone this summer and autumn in Basel. In the Open Air: Imfluss Festival 27th June - 12th August - A must-see of the summer season, theInfluss sets it's stages on the Rhine as revellers take up a spot on the bank. Open Air Basel 10th - 12th August - now in it's sixth year Open Air Basel plays … [Read more...]
Anniversaries, art and adventure in 2017!
Luther 500 It's been 500 years since the Protestant Reformation begun with Martin Luther - when the religious world changed on its axis forever and marked a split with Rome. This was a time when Luther made his 95 theses known to the world and his influence can be felt on all aspects of modern-day life from culture, to language to education. He was also responsible for translating the bible … [Read more...]
2017 A Year of Culture in Basel
From Claude Monet to all the fun of the Fasnacht Carnival to the Basel Tattoo, there really is something for everyone this year in Basel. Claude Monet: To mark its twentieth anniversary, the Fondation Beyeler is presenting one of the most important and best-loved artists: Claude Monet. The exhibition will be a celebration of light and colour, illustrating the great French painter’s development … [Read more...]
To the beat of the drum
Unique in Switzerland, the Basel Tattoo is the world’s second largest and one of the most spectacular open-air tattoos. Since premiering in 2006, the Basel Tattoo has been attended by over a half million spectators. Every year, 120,000 visitors enjoy this grand show of marching music with its fine signature blend of the traditional and the innovative. Based on the world-renowned Edinburgh … [Read more...]
Summer Getaways for Grown-ups
Sometimes, it does the soul good to getaway in the Spring, after the business of the Christmas season has died down, to refresh batteries, to explore the world anew and to - let's face it - treat oneself. So, where to go? Here are six suggestions for summer getaways for grown-ups: Abadia Retuerta LeDomaine is an award-winning wine estate, located in the Castile y Leon region of Spain. An … [Read more...]
Basel's Christmas Market
Basel's Christmas Market is considered by many to be the prettiest and largest in Switzerland with European visitors thronging to its many stalls and restaurants. This year, the market will open on 26th November until 23rd December and, if you book accommodation via www.basel.com, you will receive a number of exclusive vouchers to extend that Christmas budget! The Christmas Market is located on … [Read more...]
Book a magical stay in Basel this Festive Season
This year Christmas shoppers can find the perfect gift at one of Basel’s Christmas Markets. From 26th November to 23rd December 2015 Basel Tourism is offering a number of exclusive vouchers to travellers who book accommodation through www.basel.com. These will include: 20% discount for "Vom Fass" on oils, vinegars, liqueurs and spirits; 20% off Christmas ornaments of Santa Claus and 20% discount … [Read more...]
2015 A Year of Culture in Basel
Basel, 2nd June 2015 – From swimming the Rhine to Marlene Dumas at the Fondation Beyeler and Flying Concierges, there really is something for everyone this year in Basel. Art Basel 18th – 21st June - www.artbasel.com: The undisputed most important and significant event of the international art scene. Art collectors and enthusiasts from the all over the world come together in Basel for … [Read more...]
Today's the day the teddy bears have their picnic….
With more than 6,000 toys the Spielzeug Welten Museum or Toy World Museum in Basel is the largest of its kind in Europe and the perfect place to entertain the kids - young and old alike!The museum is the brain child of local philanthropist Gigi Oeri and the toy box was opened in 1998.From the 2,500 teddy bears including those by Steiff and Chad Valley, to the 19th century doll’s houses and shops, … [Read more...]
2015 A Year of Culture in Basel
Basel, January 2015 – From Paul Gauguin to the Lion King to the 10th Basel Tattoo, there really is something for everyone this year in Basel. Paul Gauguin: Basel’s Fondation Beyeler is planning yet another spectacular exhibition for 2015 – opening 8th February until 28th June - it’s most ambitious since the gallery was opened. The Paul Gauguin exhibition has been six years in the planning and … [Read more...]