Audio Guide of Rhine Ferry

The traditional ferries operate from April to October, generally from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., depending on weather conditions. You can board from landing stages such as Münster Ferry (next to Basel Minster) or Klingental Ferry. More details at Basel Tourism.

The cost is symbolic: adults pay CHF 2-4 per crossing (the exact price varies by boarding point). Free with the Basel Card. Cash payment only, directly to the ferryman.

The crossing takes about 10 minutes, but you can combine it with a riverside walk or a swim in the Rhine. Many visitors repeat the trip or combine it with other activities.

They are the last ferries operated by the natural current of the Rhine, a traditional method used for centuries. They are considered living cultural heritage and a symbol of connection between both riverbanks.

From May to September on sunny days, when you can combine it with a swim in the Rhine. Sunsets from the ferry offer spectacular views of the illuminated city.

The ferries are accessed by steps and may move during boarding. Not recommended for wheelchairs. Detailed information at Fähri Verein Basel (German only).

At Middle Bridge: Basel Minster, City Hall (the red town hall), and the Artists' Quarter. On the opposite bank: Tinguely Museum and Solitude Park. See the map at SwissTopo.

Recommended: non-slip footwear, cash (CHF), and a waterproof bag if you carry electronics. Between June and August, you can get off public transport at Buvette am Rhein and go for a swim afterward.