Basel, Switzerland

Switzerland’s second-largest city is ideally located at the crossroads of Switzerland, France and Germany. Its glorious imperial past is still evident in its medieval town hall and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Walk quaint streets, visit the Museum of Fine Arts and see masterpieces by Picasso, Dali, Kandinsky and Mondrian. Enjoy views from the Wettstein Bridge or sip coffee in the charming cafes on the bank of the Rhine.

Language: German, French, Italian     Currency: Swiss franc (CHF)