Flights to Basel from London Heathrow
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Basel is a German-speaking town located on the Rhine River where France, Germany and Switzerland come together. It is home to the world’s oldest collection of publicly accessible art, the Museum of Fine Arts, and a number of important heritage sites.
British Midland International provides direct flights to Basel from London Heathrow. Basel is a city rich in history, culture and beautiful architecture.
Flights to Basel from London Heathrow (LHR) arrive at EuroAirport (BSL). EuroAirport is shared with Mulhouse, France and Freiburg, Germany. Basel is just over 5 miles from the airport, which has a road that connects the facility’s Swiss section with Basel. Taxis take 15 to 30 minutes to reach the city, and a city bus runs every 30 minutes during the day and evening.
Offering glimpses of many aspects of European history, at least 27 museums entertain visitors to Basel. Among them is its most famous institution, the Museum of Fine Arts.
Many of the city’s buildings are architectural masterpieces. In fact, the entire Old Town of Basel as well as many churches, secular buildings and museums are heritage sites. The red sandstone Münster (cathedral) is a must-see. Be sure to visit the Natural History Museum of Basel and the Museum of Cultures Basel while in the city.
Since attractions are close together in this city, it is best covered on foot. Visitors with paid accommodation are also entitled to free service from the city’s buses and trams with a pass available from the hotel.
The four-star Metropol Swiss Q Hotel Basel offers air-conditioned rooms that business travellers from any country will find comfortable. High speed Internet is available to keep working travellers connected while satellite television offers entertainment during in-room downtime. Coffee and tea makers and a well-stocked mini-bar are available in every room.
Basel confidently walks the line between French, German and Swiss culture while emerging as a unique and significant city with something to satisfy every visitor. Experience Basel’s unique melding of three traditions with bmi, direct flights from Basel to London or Manchester.
bmi also operate flights to Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland.