Small Boutique hotels in BASEL

Located in the northwest of Switzerland bordering Germany and France, Basel is surprising with its balanced vitality and beauty. Travel back in time on the banks of the river Rhine touring the medieval old town full of charming corners. Cross some of its bridges to admire the old city from the other shore, creating a beautiful picture.

In the central Markplatz, the Renaissance-style town hall, reddish in color with allegorical paintings, cannot go unnoticed. The square is outlined by a set of magnificent historic buildings and hosts a daily market of fruits, vegetables and flowers. There you will also find the oldest confectionery in the city, the Schiesser of 1870, where you can try the Basler Läckerli, a delicious local sweet.

Basel is one of those cities that discreetly oozes culture. For example, its past history is exemplified in the Gothic cathedral that houses the tomb of Erasmus of Rotterdam. And there is current vigor with centers such as the Basel Art Museum and the Beyeler Foundation. The Museum of Cultures is also an example of the top league contemporary architecture which shines in this city. See its greatest manifestations in the internationally prestigious Herzog & de Meuron office.

As a city rich in crystalline water sources, the dynamic Tinguely Fountain is a highlight. In 1977 the Swiss artist created nine dancing iron figures propelled by jets of water in a pond.