Basel is the perfect place to embark on a fascinating journey through the world of art. With its many museums, the world’s largest art fair and a lively, young art scene, Basel is a small city with a big cultural scene that attracts visitors from across the globe.
The profound connection between the people of Basel and the fine arts began with the establishment of the Kunstmuseum in 1661. The exhibition, which now features over 300,000 works from across eight centuries, is considered the oldest public art collection in the world – quite impressive! But that’s only the beginning. Art aficionados will be kept busy for days in Basel, whether with contemporary works, antique sculptures, cartoons or even teddy bears.
