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Our Sightseeing category provides a feast for the eyes. Why? Because most all of our selections are famous places that you can view and take pictures of to show everyone back home. Landmarks, sculptures, historic homes, historic districts, cemeteries, water fountains, and statues are just a hint of the sights we've selected.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
Switzerland, France, and Germany converge at this single point that extends out into the Rhine River. The natural scenery makes a trip to the area a must for travelers who hunger after an unspoiled taste of the country.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
The Carnival Fountain is located in front of the municipal theater. Constructed by Swiss sculptor Jean Tinguely, this whimsical fountain features nine animated mechanical figures.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
Fish Market Square is situated in Basel's bustling business quarter. Fishmongers who kept the day's catch fresh for the market once inhabited this area. The focal point of the square is the Fischmarktbrunnen, which is a gothic fountain that features the Madonna, St. Peter, and St. John the Baptist.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
This 16th century fountain depicts a bagpipe player patterned after an engraving by Albrecht Dürer and a drawing by Hans Holbein.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
This facsimile of a 15th century gargoyle is located on the corner of a local restaurant named Churrasco. The original mechanized gargoyle was situated on a gate tower on the city's Grossbasel side. It represented a king who stuck his tongue out and rolled his eyes as rival Kleinbasel citizens crossed the river.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
This central town square has served as the heart of Basel throughout its history. It is the site of the town hall and the 16th century Wine Growers Guildhall. Shop for fruits, vegetables, and flowers at the colorful stands during the warm weather months.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
The powerful 14th century Spalen Gate marks one of the boundaries of the medieval section of the city. Twin battlement towers frame the central part, and it is roofed with glazed tiles. Basel's Coat of Arms is situated on the west façade of the gate.
Category: Sightseeing - Basel Attractions & Activities
Address: Basel, CH
Located among the remnants of the city's medieval fortifications, this beautiful 13th century city gate is surrounded by a lovely garden.
