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Specialty Supermarkets in the Basel Area
Looking for something special to put on the menu? Check out our handy guide!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Jan 24, 20246 min read


Basel in Context: The Cultural Capital of Switzerland
How did Basel become the 'cultural capital of Switzerland'? Find out here!

Alison Waterfield
Jan 16, 20243 min read


Cross-Country Skiing: A Beginners Guide with Destinations
Great for beginners, cross-country skiing allows you to experience the serene beauty of the mountains at a slower pace than downhill, while

Ariana McBride
Dec 23, 20234 min read


Winter Hiking: Teufelsschlucht, Hägendorf
Hiking in a winter wonderland! Enjoy the snow only 35mins from Basel.

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Dec 22, 20233 min read


Plan a Winter Break
Plan a sledding trip with Melinda Schoutens, co-author of the Fresh Air Kids Switzerland hiking series.

Melinda Taylor Schoutens
Dec 12, 20233 min read


Introducing: ThanksGiver Schweiz
Get to know ThanksGiver Schweiz, a Basel area food bank with some great volunteer opportunities.

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Dec 7, 20233 min read


Introducing: Babsy
Basel developed Babsy is a safe and secure way to find a babysitter, with the help of a app!

Meaghan Renner Ofori
Nov 15, 20234 min read


St. Martin - Celebrate the Man and the Legend
Learn about St. Martin and the celebrations that honour him.

Ariana McBride
Nov 10, 20232 min read


Basel Icons: Jean Tinguely
Learn about one of Basel's greatest artists!

Antara Das
Oct 25, 20233 min read


Indian Culture in Basel
Your guide to the vibrant culture of the Indian community in Basel!

Amruta Iyer
Oct 16, 20234 min read


Yoga Studios in Basel
If you’re anything like me, the first thing you do when you visit or move to a new city is grab your mat and check out the local studios....

Andrea Cristancho
Oct 4, 20235 min read


Fall Fun for Kids in the Basel Area
mama.on.board is here to give some great ideas for fall fun near Basel!

mama.on.board
Oct 3, 20234 min read
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