Barfüsserplatz, Square in Basel, Switzerland

Barfüsserplatz is a square in the center of Basel, Switzerland, in front of the Barfüsserkirche. It serves as a major tram hub where eight tramlines intersect, and several streets lead into it, including Gerbergasse, Falknerstrasse, Streitgasse, Steinenberg, Kohlenberg, and Steinenvorstadt.

A trade settlement existed here around 1100, and in 1256 the Franciscan order built a monastery, giving the square its name. After the Reformation, the monastery wall was demolished, and from 1758 the square served as a market and fairground.

Locals often call the square "Barfi" or "Seibi," nicknames that recall its past as a pig market. Today, the open space in front of the church is a meeting point and a busy passage for shoppers and commuters.

The square is easy to reach on foot from nearby streets and is served by several tram lines, making it a convenient starting point for exploring the old town. Visitors should watch for trams when crossing, as the tracks run directly through the open space.

The square's nickname "Seibi" comes from the pig trading that once took place here. Few visitors realize that the nearby Falknerstrasse was created in 1900 when the Birsig river was covered over.