Explore Culture in Basel

Near the borders of France and Germany, Basel sits on the Rhine River in Switzerland. This cultural city contains the highest concentration of museums in the country. The city also hosts the annual art market each June, and if you’re drawn to nature, the city center’s Zoo Basel and zoological gardens are a main draw for families and couples.

Basel also boasts interesting architecture, such as the stunning Munster Cathedral, created from red sandstone and a multi-colored tile roof. Don’t miss the Spalentor city gates, a hold out from when the city was walled.

If you’re mesmerized by ancient ruins, the Augusta Raurica Roman ruins are just a day trip away from Basel. Take the Rheinfähre ferry tour to see the city from a different point of view.

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Avalon Waterways - Avalon Vista
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7 NIGHT WESTERN EUROPE Cruise

Departing From: Basel

Duration: 7 nights

Ship: Avalon Vista (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Basel Switzerland (embarkation), Breisach Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg France, Mainz Germany Excursion To Heidelberg, Rdesheimrhine Gorge, Cologne, Amsterdam Holland, Amsterdam (disembarkation) (View Itinerary)

Best For: Gourmet, Honeymoon, Luxury, River Cruises, Romantic, Senior

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Avalon Waterways - Avalon Panorama
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7 NIGHT WESTERN EUROPE Cruise

Departing From: Basel

Duration: 7 nights

Ship: Avalon Panorama (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Basel Switzerland (embarkation), Breisach Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg France, Mainz Germany Excursion To Heidelberg, Rdesheimrhine Gorge, Cologne, Amsterdam Holland, Amsterdam (disembarkation) (View Itinerary)

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Avalon Waterways - Avalon Passion
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7 NIGHT WESTERN EUROPE Cruise

Departing From: Basel

Duration: 7 nights

Ship: Avalon Passion (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Basel Switzerland (embarkation), Breisach Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg France, Mainz Germany Excursions To Heidelberg, Rhine Gorgekoblenz, Dsseldorf, Amsterdam Holland, Amsterdam (disembarkation) (View Itinerary)

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Avalon Waterways - Avalon Expression
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7 NIGHT WESTERN EUROPE Cruise

Departing From: Basel

Duration: 7 nights

Ship: Avalon Expression (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Basel Switzerland (embarkation), Breisach Germany Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg France, Mainz Germany Excursion To Heidelberg, Rdesheimrhine Gorge, Cologne, Amsterdam Holland, Amsterdam (disembarkation) (View Itinerary)

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Avalon Waterways - Avalon Tranquility II
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4 NIGHT WESTERN EUROPE Cruise

Departing From: Basel

Duration: 4 nights

Ship: Avalon Tranquility II (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Basel, Switzerland (embarkation), Breisach, Germany. Excursion To Black Forest, Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany. Heidelberg Excursion, Frankfurt (disembarkation) (View Itinerary)

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