Walls of Basel, Medieval city walls in Basel, Switzerland
The defensive fortifications extend around Basel's center with three preserved gates: Spalentor, Sankt-Alban-Tor, and Sankt-Johanns-Tor, connected by remaining wall sections.
The initial walls emerged around 1080 under Bishop Burkhard von Fenis, followed by the Inner Wall in 1230 and the Outer Wall construction between 1362 and 1398.
The walls represent Swiss architectural heritage, receiving classification as a cultural property of national significance due to their medieval engineering and preservation.
Visitors can follow guided paths near the preserved gates and wall sections, with detailed maps available at Basel tourism information centers.
Construction materials of the outer walls include debris from the 1356 earthquake and stones from Jewish gravestones following the 1348 community destruction.
Location: Basel
Location: Basel-Stadt
GPS coordinates: 47.55944,7.58833
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:43
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