Münsterplatz, Basel – Basel Cathedral loop from Basel

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Münsterplatz, Basel – Basel Cathedral loop from Basel

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Münsterplatz, Basel – Basel Cathedral loop from Basel

02:22

8.93km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.22 km

View of the Rhine and the Middle Bridge in Basel

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Fantastically beautiful. Watching ferries, watching people. Magnificent view of the Rhine bridge.

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3.51 km

Augustinian Fountain

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The fountain is on the footpath to the cathedral. The people of Basel actually bathe in some fountains in the summer.

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3.69 km

Münsterplatz, Basel

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The Münsterplatz is one of the oldest squares in Basel and is located in front of the Basel Minster that gives it its name. The square is lined with many …

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3.73 km

Basel Cathedral

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You can visit the tower of the church and enjoy the wonderful view of the whole of Basel.

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4.40 km

Spalenberg had several names before receiving its current name. A separate article on altbasel.ch on the Spalen district provides information on the name "Spalen" (spalen_spalentor.html). The alley was first documented …

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4.87 km

Spalentor City Gate

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This beautiful building serves as a gateway to Basel's old town.

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5.62 km

Three Kings Ferry (Basel)

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Absolutely worth seeing, absolutely beautiful in any weather.

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8.93 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.73 km

2.42 km

1.86 km

753 m

146 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.64 km

3.69 km

404 m

179 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 18 October

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Comments

May 28, 2024,Basel Städtetrip

Short break in Freiburg Day 2:
The "base" in Freiburg Mitte, today we went to Basel in Switzerland with the 49 € ticket. The ticket is valid on the regional train to Basel SBB station.
The city center is very lively, with many buildings, shops and restaurants worth seeing. The university's botanical garden, the town hall and of course the …

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