Free self-guided walk · Basel

Rathaus to the Minster

A free self-guided walk in Basel, from the Marktplatz past the Rathaus up to the Minster terrace and across the Middle Bridge.

Distance
2.3 km
Walking time
31 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Basel on foot.

Take a ferry back across the Rhine.

  • Terrain: Hilly old town.
  • Best time: Afternoon.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. Rathaus

    Start at the town hall.

  2. Mittlere Brücke

    The bridge.

  3. Basel Minster

    The cathedral.

  4. Tinguely Fountain

    The moving fountain.

  5. Spalentor

    Finish at the gate.

Tips

  • Ferries cost a few francs.
  • Climb the Minster towers.
  • The Kunstmuseum is nearby.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.