One of Europe’s top Christmas markets is in Basel, a Swiss city on the Rhine River.
Basel takes on a special charm in the Christmas season. With the smell of mullel wine in the air, the Christmas market, voted Best Christmas Market in Europe in 2021, can be found on Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz, right in the centre of the city and at the heart of the festively decorated Old Town. A magnificent Christmas tree stands on Münsterplatz, with ornaments by the well-known decorator Johann Wanner.
The Christmas market is open daily from Nov. 28-Dec. e2 from 11.00-8.30 pm. On Dec. 23, the Christmas Market on Barfüsserplatz closes at 8 p.m., and the one on Münsterplatz closes at 6 p.m. The Christmas market on Barfüsserplatz is located around the historic Barfüsserkirche and on Münsterplatz right next to the cathedral, probably the city’s most famous landmark. The Christmas market on Münsterplatz is only a few minutes’ walk from Barfüsserplatz.
While enjoying an evening stroll through the stands on Münsterplatz, you shouldn’t miss a quick walk to the Pfalz. Here you can enjoy your mulled wine with an amazing view over the Rhine and the glowing lights of the city.
Christmas Market Stands In Basel
The stand operators at the Basel Christmas Market always decorate their stands with love and attention and here’s a few examples ofo them.. In 2023, there will be approximatley 155 stands at the Christmas market.
Kulpa Weihnachtskugeln
A stand in Barfüssergasse looks like a huge parcel: “Kulpa Weihnachtskugeln” – delightful, hand-painted Christmas baubles as far as the eye can see, available in a variety of motifs, sizes and shapes. Four painted baubles adorn the roof of the stand and feature typical Basel subjects: the Roche Tower, Spalentor, City Hall and a BVB tram.
Feuerzangenbowle
Hans-Rudolf Liechti’s unmistakable stall on Barfüsserplatz is reminiscent of a Black Forest cabin, and visible from afar. The choice ingredients for the Feuerzangenbowle punch – rum and a sugarloaf – are prepared in a copper pot. The covered lean-to invites visitors to sample the refreshments.
Änis-Paradies
“Änis-Paradies” welcomes visitors to Münsterplatz with a very traditional Christmas product: the many different moulds with motifs have been used since the 14th century to decorate delicious Christmas anise cookies.
The Christmas Food Mile In Kleinbasel
You won’t go hungry in Basel during the holidays, in party because of the Chistmas Food Mile at Adväntsgass im Glaibasel. This is a neighbourhood Christmas market.
The Sea Of Lights From The Basel Cathedral (Münster)
Every year during the Advent period, the stairwell of St. Martin’s tower is illuminated in the evening Monday thru Friday from 4-6 p.m. The tower will be offering a unique view across the Christmas lights in the Old Town from Nov. 28-Dec. 23. Admission: CHF 6 per person. Last entry: 5.30 p.m.
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