Life in Basel
- 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!
- Securing Your Home During Darker Winter MonthsThe Kantonspolizei Basel-Stadt offers several tips on how to lessen your chances of becoming a victim of a break-in this holiday season.
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- 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
- Blues Festival Basel
- 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