BIS Tower

The BIS Tower is a modern banking headquarters in Basel featuring a distinctive hyperboloid structure with aluminum and glass panels that rises approximately 70 meters high. The 20-story concrete building sits strategically near Centralbahnplatz.

Architect Martin Burckhardt designed this modernist structure, which opened in 1977 after local approval. The building became the third tallest in Basel and reshaped the city's skyline.

The tower serves as a meeting point for central banks from around the world, with its architecture symbolizing open communication among international financial institutions. The modern spaces inside are designed to facilitate discussions and cooperation on monetary policy.

The building sits in a central location and is easily accessible by public transport. Access is restricted as the facility follows international security standards and is not open to regular visitors.

The building holds a special international legal status that sets it apart from other structures in the city and requires specific security measures. This arrangement allows the institution to operate independently of local regulations.

Location: Basel

Inception: 1977

Architects: Martin Burckhardt

Architectural style: modern architecture

Floors above the ground: 20

Made from material: concrete

GPS coordinates: 47.54807,7.59177

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57