Life in Basel
- Leash Your Dog in the Woods From April 1If you walk your dog in the woods, note that in several cantons you must leash them in or near woods until July 31.
- A Seasonal Specialty—Bärlauch (Wild Garlic)In this region, spring is accompanied by the distinct smell of garlic—wild garlic (Bärlauch) to be precise. Learn all about it!
- Seagulls — Basel’s Winter GuestsHave you noticed the piercing bird calls along the Rhein recently? They indicate that Basel's winged winter guests have returned—the black-headed seagulls!
- The Christmas Season in BaselWith numerous events and markets, Basel certainly deserves its reputation of being the most beautiful and largest Christmas city in Switzerland!
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- Securing Your Home During Darker Winter Months
- Enjoy Cheese Fondue Without the Smell!
- Camps for Kids in the School Breaks
- The Basler Herbstmesse — Basel’s Beautiful Fall Fair
- Protect Your Bike Against Bicycle Theft
- Get to Know ThanksGiver Schweiz
- The University of Basel’s Botanical Garden
- Gardening in Basel
- The Basel Fasnacht from A to Z
- Large Construction Projects in Basel in 2023
- Energy Costs Are Rising — What Can You Do?
- Happy Birthday, Fondation Beyeler!
- Basel’s Ambulance Services Celebrate 100-Year Anniversary
- Apples, Anyone?
- Beat the Heat in Basel This Summer
- The Basel Tattoo
- Basel’s Beautiful Historic Fountains — A “Cool” Choice!
- Do You Know Which Number to Call in Case of an Emergency?
- Basel’s Regular Markets
- Basel’s Smart Street Pilot Project
- Ice Rinks in the Basel Region
- Mental Health Emergencies
- Owning a Pet in Basel
- Velospot Basel—Basel’s New Bike Rental System
- The Basel Children’s Trust
- Pay Import Costs Online for Postal Items