Live Cams in Basel

With a population exceeding 175,000, Basel ranks as Switzerland's third-largest city and is part of the Basel-Stadt canton. Nestled along the banks of the Rhine River in the far northwestern part of the country, where Swiss, French, and German borders converge, Basel is home to renowned cultural institutions, including the Kunstmuseum, which is the largest art museum in the city. Since the Renaissance, Basel has held significant commercial and cultural importance, evolving into a pivotal center for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries in the 20th century. The Rhine River bisects the city into two neighborhoods: Kleinbasel, located on the northern bank, serves as the port area and the hub for chemical and pharmaceutical enterprises. In contrast, Grossbasel, situated on the southern bank, is the financial and cultural heart of the city, featuring numerous banks, art galleries, and the University of Basel, the oldest university in Switzerland. Notable landmarks on the southern bank include the medieval old town, the striking red Town Hall (Rathaus) on Marktplatz, and the Gothic-style Basel Minster, the final resting place of the scholar Erasmus. For sweeping vistas, one can check out the live city cameras. The city is served by EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg