In addition to being a lovely medieval gate, has beautiful vantage points of the city and the…read moreRhine. It's free so there's no excuse for every single tourist to not make the (probably) short trip over.

Lovely place to visit. They also hold lots of events and showcases here, especially around…read moreChristmas time (one of the best Christmas markets in the area). Great restaurants in the area too and an amazing lookout point of the Rhine.

Around since the 1500s, this is a must see site while visiting Basel. Not only is the cathedral…read moreextremely beautiful and has many sites to see but it's also centrally located right by the Rhine River and is surrounded by other famous landmarks and must visit sites. Entering the cathedral is free, but if you want to go up to the tower, which we did and I highly recommend doing, you pay 4 CHF, which is worth it. At the top there are great views of the city and you can really get a true appreciation of how well built the cathedral is. I especially like the pattern on the roof and how it almost contrasts with the Gothic style, but works amazingly well in the end. There are a lot of great photo opportunities here as well as some very interesting history to learn. I highly recommend for any visitor or local.

There is plenty to see at the Tinguely Fountain. Jean Tinguely (1925-1991) was the master of…read morekinetic sculptures. Machinelike structures that move and spin and make noise and eventually, fail. For now, though, this fountain endures. "The Fasnachtsbrunnen was built between 1975 and 1977. It stands on the site of the stage of Basel's old city theatre, which was demolished in 1975 and replaced by today's theatre complex designed by the architects Schwarz & Gutmann." It's not hard to spent an hour here if you wish to appreciate each of the dozen or so moving sculptures as they rise and lower, spin and turn, spit water and go silent. It's an impressive display. A caption nearby points out a description of each piece in German, French and English. [Review 21223 overall - 72 in Switzerland - 188 of 2024.]

Without a doubt the strangest fountain I have ever seen. The Tinguely Fountain was on a list of…read moreinteresting things to see in Basel so we gave it a shot. It's not something you have to pay admission for. You just walk up and look at it and wonder what the heck is going on. The works of art were designed by an artist named Jean Tinguely and I was surprised to learn learn that this was done in the 70's. The works of art in the fountain are really strange looking "perpetual motion" machines. Some look like something you would recognize, such as a mechanical torso that appears to be endlessly running, while others are just completely bizarre contraptions that spit out water in several directions. The fountain is easily accessible via public transport and it intrigued us enough to go visit the Tinguely Museum (which is not close to here).

One of the three remaining city gates, the Gate of Spalen dates back to 1400. There was a time that…read moreBasel was surrounded by walls but most of them are gone. This memorializes those times. Through this gate, a great deal of vital supplies and provisions that had come from Alsace entered the city. You can still see square main tower which is flanked by two circular towers on either side. The figures of the Madonna and two prophets decorate the façade that faces away from the city. Access is free and you can walk right through the gate today. [Review 21216 overall - 66 in Switzerland - 181 of 2024.]

The Spalentor was one of the first things we saw in Basel and it was definitely one of the most…read morememorable. It's a beautiful city gate that stands in the middle of a bustling intersection. It's mind-boggling to think how many centuries old this structure is. It used to help surround the city with walls, but those have long since been removed. The green roof is decorated with an interesting pattern and it looks similar to the ones I saw at Basel Minster. You can walk around and through this structure at all times of the day so definitely come back for some great night pictures as well. There are lots of intricate details to study and appreciate if you take the time to look.

It's a beautiful place There are many views of the falls and all are gorgeous. Glad we wentread more

6€ per person is a little high, but the waterfalls are amazing. We went up to the 3rd view point,…read morewhich has a bridge over the waterfall. They had lights at various places, and I'm sure at night it looks great, but we were there in the daytime. It is a must see in Triberg.

One of the few remaining old gates that dates back to as early as 1230, this was part of the…read morefortifications of the old city. It still has the large wooden door and paling. Heavily damaged by an earthquake in 1356 and then rebuilt in 1362 and 1374. The neighborhood around here still has the feel of the medieval design (or lack of design) with narrow winding streets and historic buildings. The gate is free to access and walk through. [Review 21213 overall - 63 in Switzerland - 178 of 2024.]

It's so subtle you can almost miss it as you walk by. Surrounded by a nondescript park near one of…read morethe busier streets it has so much character and modesty. Walk through and keep heading along the river for some of the more residential urban dwellings.

Pretty much dominated by the Congress Centre. It is well connects by tram and is close to some of…read morethe most populated parts of the city. Try the restaurants, more than a few of them are pretty good.

Venice Italy is still 300 miles away and it doesn't really resemble Venice much other than the…read morecourse of the Lauch River (that feeds into the Ill). It is the picture postcard district of Colmar with restored timber homes and flowers and yes, lots of tourists all seeking that perfect selfie or Insta photo. Once you've seen it, you've seen it. From the marker, "The bridge over the Lauch marks the start of the Krutenau, a community united around the memory of Martin Stockmeyer: this boatman, nicknamed the 'Hercules of Colmar', was in February 1791 responsible for the victory of the Revolution in the face of an uprising of the aristocratic party. The road owes its current name to the marshal Turenne, who used it in 1674 for his solemn entry at the head of 800 cavalrymen. The picturesque line of old houses, which are accessible by small boat, is the reason for the name 'Little Venise'." I think the restaurants are a little more expensive in this neighborhood but you'll find that they all have menus in French and English and German and probably Spanish and others. It's all about the visitors in this part of Colmar. Don't miss the "Ski Tree." I'm not sure if that's a seasonal thing. [Review 21180 overall - 99 in France - 143 of 2024.]

This is a very touristy and pretty place. It looks like something out of a postcard or movie. It's…read morereally busy with tourists from everywhere. You can see swans also.