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Hobbies in Basel: Sewing and Needle Crafts
For all the sewing and knitting enthusiasts or anyone looking for a new hobby!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Feb 255 min read


Christmas Markets in Alsace
Discover the beautiful Christmas markets in the Alsace region!

Alison Waterfield
Dec 16, 20245 min read


Christmas Traditions in the Black Forest
Discover some new Christmas Traditions in the Black Forest (Germany)!

Alison Waterfield
Dec 12, 20244 min read


Christmas in the Basel Area
Discover all the Christmas festivities in Basel!

Alison Waterfield
Dec 1, 20245 min read


The Basel Christmas Market: Top Tips and Picks
Our top picks and hot tips for the Basel Christmas Market!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Nov 27, 20243 min read


A Pungent Affair: The Bern Onion Festival
Celebrate the onion in all its glory at the Zibelemärit in Bern!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Nov 16, 20242 min read


Health Food Stores in Basel
Take a tour of the health food stores in Basel and the products available.

Vanessa Gatelein
Sep 4, 202411 min read


Rheinfelden Herbstmarkt
Just a short trip from Basel, the Rheinfelden Herbstmarkt is on October 7-8, 2023.

Megan McCrory
Sep 28, 20232 min read


Finding English Books in Basel
Where to find English books in Basel.

Ariana McBride
May 14, 20233 min read


Shopping Essentials: Buying Bio in Basel
Our guide to buying Bio in Basel

Ariana McBride
Jun 18, 20213 min read


Shopping Essentials: Second-Hand and More
Pre-loved! Second-hand shopping in Basel.

Ariana McBride
May 17, 20215 min read


Shopping Essentials: Pharmacies
Medications, vitamins and more... How to navigate pharmacies in Switzerland.

Meaghan Renner Ofori
May 17, 20215 min read
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