[2025 Basel Attraction] Travel Guide for Mittlere Brucke (Updated Jul)

#summervacay **Why Families Love This 800-Year-Old Bridge?** Basel’s **oldest Rhine crossing** (built 1225!) isn’t just a bridge—it’s a **living playground** with splash fountains, medieval legends, and the best ice cream views in Switzerland. Perfect for kids who love knights, boats, and summer splashing! --- ### **🌉 Your Perfect Mittlere Brücke Adventure** #### **🕙 Morning: History Comes Alive** **9:00 AM** - Start at the **Bridge Chapel** (look for the hidden stone head that "spits" when the Rhine is high!) **10:00 AM** - Join the **"Dragon Hunt"** (free kids’ tour from Basel Tourism Office) searching for: - The bridge’s **secret repair date marker** (hint: check the 5th arch) - The **Lällekönig statue** who sticks his tongue out at passing ships #### **🚤 Noon: Rhine River Excitement** **12:00 PM** - Picnic on the **Wickelfisch** floating platform: - Grab sandwiches from **Markthalle Basel** (try the *Rheinischer Dünne* flatbread) - Watch **ferry boats** use the river’s current (no engines!) **1:30 PM** - **Cool Off Like Locals:** - Kids can **splash in the Rhine** at Rheingasse steps (life jackets available free) - Dare to try the **Wickelfisch swim** (waterproof bag rental ¥20) #### **🍦 Afternoon: Sweet Treats with a View** **3:00 PM** - **Gelateria di Berna** for: - Swiss specialties: *Himbeer-Traum* (raspberry dream) or *Schoggi-Brügeli* (chocolate bridge) - **Best Photo Spot:** Bench by the **"Kissing Stone"** where lovers meet --- ### **⚠️ Summer-Smart Tips** - **Beat Crowds:** Mornings before 11 AM are quietest - **Safety First:** Strong currents—use designated swimming areas - **Hidden Gem:** The **"Devil’s Footprint"** in the bridge pavement (legend says the builder made a deal with Satan!) **Why This Beats Theme Parks?** - **FREE** historic playground - **Interactive** river experiences - **Unforgettable** Swiss summer memories **Tag your adventure #BaselBridgeMagic!** 🌉🚣 *(Extend your day at the **Toy Worlds Museum** (5-min walk)—four floors of play!)*

#summervacay 📍 Location: Border of Switzerland, Germany & France ✈️ From Munich: 3.5h train → Zurich → Basel, or direct flight (45 min) 🏙️ Why Visit Basel? Basel is a historic city with beautifully preserved 13th–14th century architecture, untouched by wars. A perfect destination for a peaceful, scenic, and culturally rich walk—even on a tight schedule. 📍 Must-See Spots: 1. Basel Town Hall (Rathaus) Red Renaissance-style building with murals Weekly market on the square Eurovision 2025 opening was held here! 2. Middle Bridge (Mittlere Brücke) Historic stone bridge over the Rhine Ring the shore bell to summon a wood-powered ferry—a truly unique local experience 3. Basel Minster (Cathedral) Gothic cathedral built with red sandstone Stunning stained glass, Romanesque cloister, and views of the Rhine ✅ Tips: Walkable route: Rathaus → Bridge → Cathedral Grab some market snacks for a riverbank picnic Easy access via tram from Basel SBB train station TL;DR Summary: Basel is a peaceful gem on the Rhine River—walkable, scenic, and full of hidden historical beauty. A half-day is all you need to fall in love with this charming Swiss city. 🏷️ Hashtags: #Basel #SwitzerlandTravel #BaselTrip #HalfDayTour #HiddenGems #EuropeTravel #MedievalTown #HistoricCities #RhineRiver #SwissCityVibes

#July Travel Support Event A bridge connecting the new and old towns of Basel. The river flowing under the bridge is the Rhine. There is a pedestrian path and a roadway that you can walk from the new town to the old town, and the view of the sunset sky from the bridge is beautiful. Location: Mittlere Brücke, 4000 Basel, Switzerland

The most famous and oldest bridge in Basel The big bridge on the Rhine connects the sides of the city of Basel, it is a very lively place where you can spend time by the river until the evening is beautiful, there are many small cafes along the river watching the river and people having fun. #2024 Travel Wish ~ Travel to Sicily, Italy