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Basel Cruises, Switzerland

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The cosmopolitan city of Basel’s settled in the north-west corner of Switzerland, very close to the borders of France and Germany. The Medieval old town’s a must-visit, thanks to its social market square. It’s dominated by a 16th-century, red-brick town hall and is the setting for a farmers’ market on weekends. Nearby, you’ll find Basel’s 12th-century Gothic cathedral. It rises majestically above the Rhine, has far-reaching city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar Erasmus of Rotterdam. Around a 10-minute walk from here is Steinenvorstadt. Affectionately known as cinema road, this street is where you’ll find all of Basel’s cinemas. It’s also a great place to grab a drink or an ice-cream and watch the world go by.

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Basel City Tour

This three-hour sightseeing bonanza in Basel features an hour-long coach tour, anther hour of exploring on foot, then some free time before heading back to the ship. You’ll start in one of the city’s most beautiful neighbourhoods – the old town. Here, you can expect a mixture of 15th-century buildings, quaint pubs decked out with hanging baskets, and tall townhouses studded with colourful shutters. Afterwards, follow your expert guide to two important Basel landmarks – City Hall and the cathedral. City Hall is a 500-year-old building dominating a main market square. And the cathedral – known locally as Basler Munster – is one of the most famous buildings in the city, thanks to its red sandstone walls and twin towers. Before heading back, use your free time to shop for souvenirs, like ornate cow bells and Swiss chocolates.

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