Basel

Discover how Basel's position where Switzerland, France, and Germany meet shapes its neighborhoods, sights, and food, plus easy tram and train day trips to Colmar, Freiburg, Mulhouse, and the Vitra Campus.

Discover how Basel's 72-hour Fasnacht unfolds, from the pitch-dark 4 a.m. Morgestraich to satirical lanterns, plus where to stand, what to eat, and how to navigate the festivities respectfully.

Discover how to sequence Basel's best museums, from the Kunstmuseum to star-architect landmarks, with tips on where to eat and stay, so you can pack in art across a few days without burning out.

Discover why Basel — Switzerland's artsy, three-country border city — deserves far more than a fleeting stopover, from its world-class museums and architectural landmarks to its effortlessly cool Rhine-side culture.