Living in Basel

Basel numbers among the cities with the highest quality of life in the world. If you live in Basel, you will find practically everything right on your doorstep: museums and restaurants as well as well-kept parks. Stunning modern residential and commercial buildings as well as the medieval old town. And everything is easily accessible on foot, by bike, bus, tram or car.

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Living in Basel

There are many beautiful residential areas in the 19 districts of the city of Basel, and the two rural communities of Riehen and Bettingen are also excellent places to live.

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Child-friendly city

Kinder und Erwachsene im Park bei einem Spielplatz mit Holzkonstruktion.

Basel promotes a wide range of services for children and families, and the city has invested heavily in the creation of day care centres and childcare facilities.

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Attractive educational opportunities

Basel-Stadt offers a wide range of educational opportunities: state schools from nursery to lower secondary school, public schools and vocational training.

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Optimal transport connections

Basel’s central location in Europe makes the city an important transport hub. The city is located at the intersection of three railway networks and at the junction of the motorways to France and Germany. It also offers fast connections to nearby and distant countries via EuroAirport.

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Health and insurance

Basel is the leading healthcare centre in the north-western Switzerland and the Upper Rhine area. The university and pharmaceutical city has top-class medical facilities to ensure a seamless health care and staged care for the elderly appropriate to their needs. In an emergency, and in cases of accident, damage or loss, the Swiss population appreciates the uncomplicated assistance and material support provided by one of the many local health insurers, property and life insurances.

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Leisure and community

Basel has always attracted people from all over the world. There is a fascinating mix of cultures and languages here, and the city authorities do everything they can to make newcomers feel welcome. The wide range of activities on offer allows people to spend their leisure time in many different ways.

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Shopping

Basel stands out as a shopping city due to its diversity, the mix of international top brands and local concepts, and its ease of access and short travel distances. Whether on foot or by public transport, you can always reach your shopping destination quickly and easily.

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