Basel Town Hall, also known as Basler Rathaus, is a historical building located in the city of Basel, Switzerland. It is an important landmark in the city and serves as the seat of the government and administration of the canton of Basel-Stadt. The Town Hall was built in the late 15th century in the Gothic style and has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years. It is located in the Old Town of Basel, near the Rhine river and the market square, and is easily recognizable by its red-sandstone facade and the tall, slender spire that rises above the building. Inside the Town Hall, there are several ornately decorated rooms and halls, including the Council Chamber, where the government of the canton meets, and the Marriage Room, where weddings are held. The Town Hall also houses a museum that displays various historical artifacts and documents related to the city's history. The Basel Town Hall is a popular tourist attraction in the city and is open to the public for guided tours. It is also a popular venue for cultural events and performances.

So many people walk in and take photos in the courtyard, but don't go upstairs. Go to the Eingang in the back left of the courtyard, talk to the reception lady and she will direct you up to the third floor, up the stairs, along a corridor and out through the back exit near the church. It's free and worth doing!

Had a nice time visiting the town hall; the building itself is quite colorful and unique. Inside isn’t opened for visiting but is allowed for visitors to stay and walk around. Feel embraced myself in ancient times sitting in the town hall building.

So beautiful! Totally stands out, must see. You can go inside (free entrance) to the third floor & through the passage.

Wonderful eye catching venue. Its as important for Basel as Eiffel Tower for Paris of Statue of Liberty for NYC. Its a must see object for real tourists. Come here and you will feel like in a time machine travelling back in time 1000 years.

Beautiful historic town hall. The patio is very nice

23.11-24.12 Every year there will be a beautiful Christmas tree like this. It is also the most beautiful Christmas market.

Very beautiful majestic place, living history. Definitely recommend to visit!

No way you could miss this building. It's amazing. It's open so you can go inside to see a courtyard and amazing paintings full of colors.

(Translated by Google) A red sandstone building located in a beautiful square run by shops from all sides. Sometimes the square turns into a place where demonstrators meet or some human rights or politics activities are held and days are devoted to receiving the food and agricultural products of the people of the area to sell to people. (Original) مبنى من الحجر الرملي الأحمر يقع في ساحة جميلة تديرها المحلات التجارية من كل الجهات، وتتحول الساحة أحيانًا إلى مكان يجتمع فيه المتظاهرون أو تقام فيه بعض الأنشطة الحقوقية أو السياسة وتخصص أيام لاستقبال منتجات أهل المنطقة الغذائية والزراعية لبيعها على الناس.

In the midst of the Old Town, and right in Marktplatz, nobody can miss this extremely eye-catching building with an impressive red facade and an amazing decoration. Today the City Hall is the seat of the Basel government. Free entry.

A Historical Gem in Basel's Heart - Basel Town Hall Review The Basel Town Hall, a captivating architectural masterpiece, is a must-visit destination for history enthusiasts and culture aficionados alike. Nestled in the heart of Basel, Switzerland, this stunning building transports visitors back in time with its rich heritage and grandiose design. Upon approaching the Rathaus, one is immediately struck by its imposing facade. The intricate stone carvings and meticulous attention to detail are a testament to the craftsmanship of the past. As you step inside, the grandeur of the interior unfolds before your eyes. The vast halls and elegantly adorned rooms exude an air of majesty, reminding visitors of the hall's significance as a symbol of civic pride and power. History comes alive within the walls of the Rathaus, and the guided tours offered provide a fascinating journey through time. The knowledgeable guides share captivating stories and anecdotes, bringing the past to life and offering a deeper understanding of the town hall's role in shaping Basel's history. One of the highlights of the visit is the Council Chamber, where important decisions that shaped the city were once made. The opulent decor and rich furnishings create an aura of importance and reverence. It's hard not to be in awe of the historical events that unfolded in this very room. Another gem of the Rathaus is the Art Museum, which houses an impressive collection of medieval artifacts and artworks. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the well-curated exhibits, showcasing Basel's cultural heritage and artistic achievements. The Rathausplatz, the square in front of the town hall, is a vibrant hub of activity. It's an excellent spot to soak in the atmosphere, enjoy a cup of coffee, or simply admire the stunning architecture from the outside. In conclusion, the Basel Town Hall is a captivating journey into history, a treasure trove of architectural beauty, and a place that evokes a deep sense of admiration for Basel's rich heritage. Whether you're a history buff, an art lover, or simply looking to immerse yourself in a slice of Switzerland's past, a visit to the Rathaus is an enriching experience that will leave a lasting impression.

Take all your pictures before entering in. Take your pictures in the entrance courtyard. And then go up to the third floor and follow the indications to go out on another street, which ends up being close to Münster Church. The security Ladies were super nice to explain what we should do. It is nice that the entrance doesn't cost anything

We had a good time visiting the town hall in Basel. It is a large colorful building that cannot be missed as it stands out! Inside is a square in which there were performers (musicians) and a large tree decorated in which many a people took holiday photos in front of. You can climb the stairs and look upon the statues and murals painted on the walls.

(Translated by Google) The special building in its red color is a magnet for attraction and a visit should not be missed when visiting Basel. (Original) Das spezielle Gebäude in seiner roten Farbe ist ein Anziehungsmagnet und eine Besichtigung sollte bei einem Baselbesuch nicht ausgelassen werden.

(Translated by Google) The Basel City Hall is a medieval building that crowns the market square. (Original) El Ayuntamiento de Basilea es un edificio medieval que corona la plaza del mercado.

(Translated by Google) The petition “Not in our name Basel” was handed over to the Grand Council. The petition commission comes to the following conclusion: Syngenta accepts the risk of pesticide victims by continuing to develop, produce and sell such products, and Syngenta shows little insight into the risk potential of its pesticide products and downplayed the responsibility. (Original) Die Petition „Nicht in Unserem Namen Basel“ wurde dem Grossen Rat übergeben. Die Petitionskommission kommt dabei zum Schluss: Die Syngenta nimmt das Risiko von Pestizidopfern in Kauf, indem sie weiterhin auf die Entwicklung, Produktion und den Vertrieb solcher Mittel setzt und die Syngenta zeige wenig Einsicht in Bezug auf das Gefährdungspotential ihrer Pestizidprodukte und spiele die Verantwortung herunter.

From Basel's main station you can either walk all the way to Marktplatz (15-20 minutes) or catch a tram (Lines 8 and 11 amongst others). There is no way you can miss the 500-year old red building! When you go inside you will also be able to check out the beautiful paintings (you don't have to pay to get in) and the architecture in general. There are guided tours (check the schedule). This is one of Basel's landmarks not to be missed!

(Translated by Google) For 500 years, Basel's market square has dominated. It looks more like a fortress than a palace. It was frescoed by Hans Holbein the younger, but unfortunately most of the frescoes have been destroyed. (Original) Da 500 anni domina la piazza del mercato di Basilea. Sembra più una fortezza, rispetto ad un palazzo. Era affrescato da Hans Holbein il giovane, ma purtroppo la maggior parte degli affreschi è andata distrutta.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful culture, worth a visit. Particularly striking due to the red color. (Original) Mooie cultuur, bezoekje waard. Bijzonder opvallend door rode kleur.

Red icon of Basel Town. This Historical building is exactly the heart of city and well bundled with marketplace. Voll vom Leben.

Stunning historical landmark! Very clean and well kept, and there’s always something fun going on around it. A must-see in Basel.

Mesmerizing place with a lot of details to see and discover. Wonderful from outside and inside. Worth to see, definitely a highlight of Basel

Beautiful building in the center of the Basel old town. The art pictures on the walls of the city hall is truly beautiful. If you ever visit Basel you should definitely go to this place and see for yourself how beautiful it is. When you Walt through the old town you cannot oversee it.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful town hall rebuilt to celebrate Basel's accession to the Swiss Confederation. (Original) 為了慶祝巴塞爾加入瑞士聯邦而重建的美麗市政廳。

Beautiful building. The courtyard has some very pretty murals painted on the walls and a gorgeous dark wooden staircase. We even had some lovely classical music played by a street musician as we explored the architecture of the inner courtyard.

(Translated by Google) Very decorated if you know what I mean. (Original) Muy decoradito si sabes lo que quiero decir.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful old building which you should definitely visit on occasion (Original) Wunderschönes altes Gebäude welches man definitiv bei Gelegenheit besuchen sollte

(Translated by Google) One of the most beautiful city halls in all of Europe. (Original) Eines der schönsten Rathäuser in ganz Europa.

Very pretty town hall! It’s so stunning with a lot of attention to detail. It’s clean and well maintained.

The centerpiece of Basel, Switzerland, is the Rathaus. It was the site of the first Town Hall in the 14th century when citizens wanted independence from a ruling bishop. This gorgeous, red sandstone government center with three pointed arcades was built in the early 16th century, decorated with frescos in the early 17th century, and the bell tower was added around 1900. The Cantonal Government of Basel-Stadt still meet here every week and the Parliament assembles bi-monthly.Beneath the gilded spire called a flèche on the Rathaus is a statue of a Swiss Pikeman. They were mercenary soldiers during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. In the battlements are the coat of arms from the 12 cantons that constituted the Swiss Confederation in 1504 when this stunning town hall was built in Basel, Switzerland.The sandstone statue in the Rathaus courtyard is Lucius Munatius Plancus, a Roman senator and officer of Julius Caesar when he founded the nearby city of Augusta Raurica in 44 B.C. It is the oldest Roman colony on the Rhine. The sculpture was created in 1580 by Hans Michel from Strasbourg. In the gallery are paintings from 1610 by Hans Bock. Above the left arch is a colorful tribute to when Basel joined the Swiss Federation in 1501.The clock was added to the Rathaus Town Hall in 1512. On the left holding a church building is Heinrich II. He was king of Germany and then Italy before becoming the Holy Roman Emperor in the early 11th century. On the right with a cross is his wife, Cunigunde of Luxembourg. In the center is Justitia, the crowned Lady of Justice. The Latin phrase translates into “Renovated into a large church in 1901.”

(Translated by Google) Always worth a visit. (Original) Immer ein Besuch Wert.

Love the architecture and the facades! You can go inside and enjoy the beautiful paintings on the walls! A must see in Basel

City landmark. Visit the whole city is also worth cour time. Basel is a tourist destination to recommand. It is Switzerland, but not only Switzerland. You feel and taste a different, more international ambiance.

Very beautiful and you walk around it free. Every time something inside, like at Christmas time a big Christmas tree, or a nice tree ect. So, its nice to visit and it is at Marktplatz, where a lots of shops, restaurants.

Must visit in Basel!!! Fantastic Building. Remember to Go inside to be marveled with the wall paintings

A colourful red old building with nice wall paintings

Beautiful building . In the courtyard it’s free for entry definitely worth seeing

Great example of national style in architecture. It looks incredible and nice. U'd go inside and look around. Great stairs and statues will hold ur breath.

What a bold and magnificent town hall. This is a stop you will not miss because it's literally right in the middle of the old town. And you cannot miss it because it's so ornate that and filled with so much art and color.

unique decorations & furnishing. the colors of roof tiles were stylish. loved how the bell on the roof top rang. the building is worth visiting. be sure to retrieve informations from the reception & take the lift to the balcony. leave via back door and beautiful street views would be there. wow not until searching this location on map did I realize that this is a government building! thought it was just a random gallery.

Cool building

Very nice

(Translated by Google) The Basel Town Hall (Basler Rathaus) is beautiful! It is a beautiful, predominantly red building with a tall tower at one end. In the courtyard, all the walls are covered with magnificent paintings that one can only admire. Also in the courtyard, a magnificent painted statue also dominates at the foot of a staircase A must see ! (Original) L’Hôtel de ville de Bâle (Basler Rathaus) est magnifique ! C’est un beau bâtiment à dominante rouge, avec une grande tour à une extrémité. Dans la cours, tout les murs sont recouvert de magnifiques peintures qu’on ne peut que admirer. Toujours dans la cours, une magnifique statue peinte également domine au pied d’un escaliers A voir absolument !

(Translated by Google) Wonderful you always discover something new (Original) Wunderbar man entdeckt immerwieder neues

(Translated by Google) Super nice historical building (Original) Super schöner historischer Bau

(Translated by Google) Sublime and well maintained building (Original) Bâtiment sublime et bien entretenu

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful colors for this building (Original) Très belles couleurs pour cet édifice

Very nice historic building - the seat of the municipality. The building has a lot of artwork on the walls and is very interesting.

(Translated by Google) Attractions building (Original) Sehenswertes Gebäude

Schöne und einzigartige Fassade. Unverkennbar.

Die Geschichte der Stadt ist interessant und beeindruckend.

(Translated by Google) Imposing Town Hall building, you immediately notice for its red facade, with beautiful decorations outside and interesting frescoes inside, which overlooks the market square in the historic center of Basel. A must see if you are there! (Original) Palazzo imponente del Municipio, si nota subito per la sua facciata rossa, con bellissime decorazioni fuori e interessanti affreschi dentro, che si affaccia sulla piazza del mercato nel centro storico di Basilea. Da vedere se vi trovate li!

One of the most beautiful buildings in Europe (in my opinion). It is awe inspiring to know how old this building is!! Just go see it when you're in Basel

Amazing sight and a must visit, be it for the market during the day or just sightseeing in the evening.

Nice building that stands out

Historical place. Interesting architecture, wall paintings. Lots to admire.

Very nice art work at the front and inside.

It’s an artistic masterpiece well preserved. Visited with a friend residing in Basel town itself. It’s his nth visit still found something new in this place. Do come in the morning or in the evening the harsh sunlight during the summer noon spoil the photos. You can easily spend half an hour or more depending on your artistic as well as historical interests. If you are in Basel you must come and enjoy this place period!!!

Striking old buildings by overlooking a major square and transit thoroughfare. Excellent for looking around and. Exploring in light of the history of the region

The City hall of Basel, it is hard to miss when you enter the town square, the Bright building is impossible to miss, and once you step inside then the real viewing begins. One of my favorite places to visit when i'm in Basel.

Nice

One of the attraction of the city, undoubtedly has a great art and sculpture work inscribed inside of it and on its wall and rooftop. Moreover being the town hall, there is a senate assembly hall with a fantastic royal and majestic atmosphere. To visit the senate hall's charm, you need to take permission in advance.

Very nice historical city ​​Hall in excellent condition and open every day to visit.

(Translated by Google) Nice building and picturesque square with many stalls. (Original) Bonito edificio y plaza pintoresca con multitud de puestos de venta.

(Translated by Google) Just beautiful (Original) Einfach nur schön

(Translated by Google) Basel wants to watch Syngenta The Basel Grand Council sent a strong signal on March 11 this year. He has the petition launched in 2018 "Not in our name, Basel!" transferred to the Basel government. The petition calls for a clear stance by Basel politicians towards the destruction of biodiversity by Syngenta and Co. Basel should act as a role model when it comes to promoting sustainable agriculture, and assume responsibility for human rights violations and climate destruction by companies based here. In a first hearing of the petition commission on January 14, 2019, three members of the organizing committee from March against Monsanto and Syngenta as representatives of the petition as well as the head of economics of the Office for Economic Affairs and Labor and the service provider for law of the Basel cantonal police as representatives of the administration took part . The petition commission did not agree on how to deal with the demands for a reparations fund for Syngenta victims and for an agro-ecological institute at the University of Basel. The majority of the petition commission considered both proposals worth considering. After rejection by the Grand Council and the related mandate to also listen to Syngenta, a second hearing was held on September 23, 2019. Representing Syngenta were the country president Syngenta Switzerland, the lead local public affairs of Syngenta, and representing Public Eye, the specialist for consumption / agriculture / health and a specialist for agriculture / biodiversity / intellectual property. In particular, there was controversy over the statement by Hillal Elver, UN rapporteur on the right to food, according to which 200,000 people die from pesticides annually, but also over the set of three of the March Group that Syngenta may then have a market share of 20% could be responsible for 40,000 deaths. The Syngenta representatives contested Hilal Elver's figures and above all that there was a connection between Syngenta's market share and its share of the 200,000 pesticide deaths. The experts at Public Eye, on the other hand, showed that the number 200,000 was more of an understatement than an exaggeration. A study from 2015 assumes 300,000 deaths from pesticide poisoning in the Asia-Pacific region alone; worldwide, the authors estimate the number of poisonings to be up to 41 million annually. According to Public Eye, Syngenta has a certain responsibility if it claims a fifth of the pesticide market. Syngenta also makes a lot of money with particularly dangerous pesticides. Even after hearing Syngenta and Public Eye experts, the majority of the Commission took the view that Syngenta would accept the risk of pesticide victims by continuing to invest in the development, production and distribution of such agents. Syngenta cannot be held responsible alone and it is difficult to assess whether and to what extent this is a criminally relevant responsibility. However, Syngenta shows little insight into the hazard potential of its pesticide products. The majority of the Commission held against a minority to refer the petition to the Government Council for comment within one year. The Grand Council of the Canton of Basel-Stadt decided at its meeting on March 11, 2020 to refer petition P389 "Not in our name, Basel - March against Syngenta" to the Government Council for its opinion within one year. We stay tuned! #WebAgainstSyngenta, #BeeResistance #StopPesticides #SyngentaKills (Original) Basel will Syngenta auf die Finger schauen Ein starkes Zeichen hat am 11. März dieses Jahres der Basler Grosse Rat gesetzt. Er hat die 2018 lancierte Petition «Nicht in unserem Namen, Basel!» an die Basler Regierung überwiesen. Die Petition fordert eine klare Haltung der Basler Politik gegenüber der Zerstörung der Biodiversität durch Syngenta und Co. Basel soll eine Vorbildfunktion einnehmen, wenn es um die Förderung einer nachhaltigen Landwirtschaft geht, und Verantwortung übernehmen für die Menschenrechtsverletzungen und die Klimazerstörung durch hier ansässige Unternehmen. An einem ersten Hearing der Petitionskommission vom 14. Januar 2019 nahmen drei Mitglieder des Organisationskomitees vom «March against Monsanto und Syngenta» als Vertretende der Petition sowie der Leiter Wirtschaft des Amts für Wirtschaft und Arbeit und die Dienstleiterin Recht der Basler Kantonspolizei als Vertretende der Verwaltung teil. Die Petitionskommission war sich nicht einig, wie mit den Forderungen nach einem Reparationsfonds für Syngenta-Opfer und nach einem agrarökologischen Institut an der Uni Basel umgegangen werden sollte. Die Mehrheit der Petitionskommission erachtete beide Vorschläge als prüfenswert. Nach Rückweisung durch den Grossen Rat und dem damit verbundenen Auftrag, auch Syngenta anzuhören, fand am 23. September 2019 ein zweites Hearing statt. Es nahmen als Vertretung von Syngenta der Länderpräsident Syngenta Schweiz, der Lead Local Public Affairs von Syngenta, und als Vertretung von Public Eye die Fachleiterin Konsum / Landwirtschaft / Gesundheit sowie eine Fachmitarbeiterin Landwirtschaft / Biodiversität / Geistiges Eigentum teil. Gestritten wurde insbesondere über die Aussage von Hillal Elver, UN Berichterstatterin über das Recht auf Nahrung, wonach jährlich 200'000 Menschen an Pestiziden sterben, dann aber auch über den dargelegten Dreisatz der March-Gruppe, dass Syngenta mit einem Marktanteil von 20% dann vielleicht für 40'000 Todesfälle verantwortlich sein könnte. Die Syngenta-Vertreter bestritten die Zahlen von Hilal Elver und vor allem, dass es einen Zusammenhang zwischen dem Marktanteil von Syngenta und ihrem Anteil an den 200'000 Pestizidtoten gebe. Die Expertinnen von Public Eye zeigten dagegen, dass die Zahl 200'000 eher unter-als übertrieben sei. Eine Studie von 2015 geht allein in der Region Asien-Pazifik von 300‘000 Todesfällen durch Pestizidvergiftung aus, weltweit schätzen die Autoren die Zahl der Vergiftungen auf bis zu 41 Millionen jährlich. Man sei bei Public Eye der Meinung, dass Syngenta eine gewisse Verantwortung trage, wenn sie einen Fünftel des Pestizidmarktes für sich beanspruche. Syngenta verdiene zudem sehr viel Geld mit besonders gefährlichen Pestiziden. Die Kommissionsmehrheit vertrat auch nach Anhörung der Syngenta- und Public Eye-Expert*innen und Experten die Ansicht, dass Syngenta das Risiko von Pestizidopfern in Kauf nehme, indem sie weiterhin auf die Entwicklung, Produktion und den Vertrieb solcher Mittel setze. Syngenta könne zwar nicht alleine verantwortlich gemacht werden und es sei schwierig zu beurteilen, ob und inwieweit es sich hierbei um eine strafrechtlich relevante Verantwortung handle. Syngenta zeige jedoch wenig Einsicht in Bezug auf das Gefährdungspotential ihrer Pestizidprodukte. Die Kommissionsmehrheit hielt gegen eine Minderheit daran fest, die Petition dem Regierungsrat zur Stellungnahme innert einem Jahr zu überweisen. Der Grosse Rat des Kantons Basel-Stadt beschloss darauf in seiner Sitzung vom 11. März 2020, die Petition P389 «Nicht in unserem Namen, Basel - March against Syngenta» dem Regierungsrat zur Stellungnahme innert eines Jahres zu überweisen. Wir bleiben dran! #WebAgainstSyngenta, #BeeResistance #StopPesticides #SyngentaKills

(Translated by Google) Lively place with terraces, grocery store and food stalls. Right in front of Basel city hall, a beautiful building. (Original) Local animado com esplanadas, mercadinho e barraquinhas de comida. Mesmo em frente a câmara municipal de Basileia, um edifício lindíssimo.

(Translated by Google) I loved (Original) Me encantó

this magnificent and really ''strange'' building,strange due to its colour,is basel's town hall.Really among the most different but really very good town hall of what i have seen till now..if it is open go inside and take a photo from inside..

(Translated by Google) Worth seeing. Always happy there as a local (Original) Sehenswert. Auch als Einheimische immer wieder gerne dort

(Translated by Google) A nice place! Awesome place! (Original) Красивое место! Потрясающее место!

(Translated by Google) Very good conservation. Very beautiful especially on sunny days. (Original) Très bonne conservation. Très beau surtout lors de jours ensoleillés.

(Translated by Google) Very nice town hall. Worth a look! (Original) Très bel hôtel de ville. Vaut le coup d'oeil!

(Translated by Google) Superb building! (Original) Superbe édifice !

(Translated by Google) The history of the city and the architecture impress me again and again (Original) Die Geschichte der Stadt und die Architektur beeindruckt mich immer wieder aufs Neue

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(Translated by Google) The most beautiful town hall in Switzerland (Original) Das schönste Rathaus der Schweiz

(Translated by Google) Nice building with a historic courtyard. (Original) Schönes Gebäude mit historischem Innenhof.

Impressive