Ferries

The journey is the reward

The four Rhine river ferries “Wild Maa”, “Leu”, “Vogel Gryff” and “Ueli” link Grossbasel to Kleinbasel. They are attached to a long wire cable and are driven purely by the current of the Rhine itself.

The ferries will silently bring you to the opposite shore all year round. Experience the way in which time seems to stand still during this brief crossing.

Münster ferry “Leu”

Between the bridges Wettsteinbrücke and Mittlere Brücke

Tip: If you travel from Kleinbasel to Grossbasel on the Münster ferry, you will enjoy the best view of the Basel Cathedral (Münster). If you don’t want to climb the numerous steps to the Pfalz, just stay on the ferry and head back to the Kleinbasel shore.

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Klingental ferry “Vogel Gryff”

Between the bridges Mittlere Brücke and Johanniterbrücke

Enchanting: During Basler Weihnacht, the Klingental ferry is transformed into a Christmas ferry.

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St. Alban ferry “Wild Maa”

Between the bridges Schwarzwaldbrücke and Wettsteinbrücke

History: The medieval St. Alban district on one side, modern architecture on the other. The St. Alban ferry creates a smooth transition between the contrasts.

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