Yodel lay hee hoo - Basel
On Saturday 15 September we flew from Terminal 5 (the new one) Heathrow to Basel - a short flight of just over an hour. We cleared customs quickly at Basel and headed off to the city on the free shuttle. We had booked a night's accommodation at the Ibis near the railway station which was handy to just about everywhere.
We had lots of time to explore this beautiful city which was made easier by the Basel Card which allows you to travel free on public transport (buses, trams) while staying in the city. First stop was the Rat Haus (Council Chambers). a rather apt name :)
Our first view of the mighty Rhine
and a wonderful view of the Munster
It was near the Munster that we were stopped by a group of young guys out on their buck's night and I was asked to sign the condemned man's shirt :)
The following day we went exploring the streets and alley ways of Basel. We were sitting down on the banks of the Rhine when we saw a horse and cart procession
Basel was in the grips of a fun bike marathon and we dodged cyclists of all ages and abilities through out the city. We headed uphill and stopped at the St Peter's Church (Peterskirche) a very old and beautiful building!
We then explored down near the Rhine and came across St Alban Tor a former city gate in the city wall
We really enjoyed Basel and would like to see more another time :)
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