Connected to the world

Basel is a central traffic junction, connecting northern and central Europe with the south. The position right at the heart of Europe is central for Basel’s economic development: All international corporations depend on excellent connections to the rest of the world. The city continues its investments into improving the transport network.

EuroAirport

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is just 3 km from the city centre, offering direct flights to most European cities, and connecting to intercontinental flights from Zurich, Frankfurt, Paris or other larger European gateways.

Rail and Ship

Basels Rhine harbours combine to create one of the most important inland harbours in Europe. At the same time, Basel is at the crossroads of the main train lines connecting the French, German and Swiss rail systems. Frequent intercity trains and regional suburban trains all connect here.

Road Traffic and Public Transport

Basel is also an important junction in the European motorway system, connecting the French, German and Swiss road systems. As the gateway to the northern part of the European Union, Basel provides the infrastructure needed to forward commercial goods to their final destinations. And last, but not least, Basel is proud of a highly successful and efficient public transport system.

Weather

Current weather

Su Sunday 14. March 2010 14.3 cloudy

Forecast for the next days

Mo Monday 15. March 2010 15.3 mostly cloudy, some rain or snow showers |
Tu Tuesday 16. March 2010 16.3 sunny spells, chance of rain showers |
We Wednesday 17. March 2010 17.3 mostly sunny -1° | 16°
Th Thursday 18. March 2010 18.3 mostly cloudy, some rain showers | 14°
Fr Friday 19. March 2010 19.3 mostly sunny | 15°

Source: MeteoSwiss