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Basel is located at the tri-border area in northwestern Switzerland, bordered by Alsace in northeastern France to the northwest and the north-south aligned Black Forest mountain range in Germany to the northeast. It is the capital of the canton of Basel-Stadt and the third-largest city in Switzerland. Basel is one of Switzerland’s main shipping ports and also an industrial city dotted with smoking chimneys and towering cranes. Though known for its industry, Basel still retains a charming side, with parks scattered across the city, green spaces everywhere, and distinctive historic architecture. The Rhine River flows through the urban area, adding even more appeal. Basel boasts a wealth of museums covering a wide variety of themes, particularly excelling in rich art collections. The city’s heritage preservation and promotional activities date back to the 16th century. Since the 1980s, many private collections have also been opened to the public. Today, Basel has over 20 museums, including the Kunstmuseum Basel, which houses a diverse and extensive collection.

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Basel

Basel is located at the tri-border area in northwestern Switzerland, bordered by Alsace in northeastern France to the northwest and the north-south aligned Black Forest mountain range in Germany to the northeast. It is the capital of the canton of Basel-Stadt and the third-largest city in Switzerland.

Basel is one of Switzerland’s main shipping ports and also an industrial city dotted with smoking chimneys and towering cranes. Though known for its industry, Basel still retains a charming side, with parks scattered across the city, green spaces everywhere, and distinctive historic architecture. The Rhine River flows through the urban area, adding even more appeal. Basel boasts a wealth of museums covering a wide variety of themes, particularly excelling in rich art collections. The city’s heritage preservation and promotional activities date back to the 16th century. Since the 1980s, many private collections have also been opened to the public. Today, Basel has over 20 museums, including the Kunstmuseum Basel, which houses a diverse and extensive collection.

The Basel Carnival is the largest and most vibrant carnival in all of Switzerland. During the festivities, participants dress up in exaggerated costumes and revel joyfully to the fullest — it's pure, unbridled madness. Masks and costumes allow people to become someone new, while carnival parades march through the streets playing music, spreading cheer that touches the hearts of everyone around.

Basel

Why go: Switzerland’s third-largest city

Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Switzerland[Switzerland]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Canton of Basel-Stadt [Canton of Basel-Stadt]

City where the attraction is located: Basel [Basel]