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A Monthly Guide to Living in Basel July / August 2017 2 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Readers, Summer is heating up in Basel with plenty of outdoor music, cool relax- ation, fun festivals, and an ample supply of outdoor fun! Enjoy musical July / August 2017 Volume 5 Issue 10 entertainment under the stars at the Im Fluss concert series on the Rhein; Basel’s outdoor jazz festival, Em Bebbi sy Jazz; the Basel Tattoo summer TABLE OF CONTENTS spectacle; the Tension electronic music festival; and the multitude of open-air music festivals in Basel and beyond. If you prefer to kick back and Events in Basel: July / August 2017 4–11 relax, you can check out the outdoor cinema at Münsterplatz; enjoy a throw-back to the 50s and 60s at the drive-in cinema in Pratteln; discover the Meriangärten, a small garden oasis in the city; experience a leisurely Fun Outings: Beyond Basel 12–13 float down the Rhein; or chill out at one of the numerous local pools. With so many opportunities to swim in the summer, be sure to read the article Did You Know? 14–15 by our resident expert, Dr. Michelle Knight, about the very important life- saving procedures you should know to assist a potential drowning victim. Basel is also sizzling with festivals of all kinds this summer, including a Get Going! Outdoor Swimming Pools 16–17 dragonboat festival, the Klosterbergfest, a beer festival, the Gässli Film Festival, a reading festival in the park, a festival for old music, the Fonda- Information Desk Drowning: Do You Know What to Do? 18 tion Beyeler’s Summerfest, a bicycle festival, and the fabulous Römerfest at the Roman ruins of Augusta Raurica. Other options to spend your summer days (and nights) include checking out the beach-volleyball tourna- Calendar: July /August 2017 19–22 ment in Barfüsserplatz or the motorbikes and classic American cars at Biker Days, treating the family to one of the many circuses in town, visiting Inside Basel: Discover the Meriangärten 23 the old city gates, watching the old-car parade, visiting the zoo at night, or taking a romantic swim by candle- and moonlight. Also, be sure not to miss the spectacular Swiss National Day celebrations on August 1. Sports and Recreation 24–27 For more sporty pursuits, jump into the river alongside thousands for the annual Rheinschwimmen, lace up your running shoes for Basel’s annual Workshops, Tours, and Education 28–31 Bruggelauf (bridge run), hop on your bike and partake in one of the many guided bicycle tours this summer, or exercise with others in one of Basel’s beautiful parks—there are activities for adults, kids, and families. For fam- Summer Special: Open-Air Music Festivals 32–35 ilies there is also a new summer paradise for kids at the Kunsti Marga- rethen—with the many activities on offer, it is sure to become your family’s Entertainment: Night on the Town 36–39 new favorite place for outdoor fun. Summer is also a great time to venture out of the city and explore the surrounding regions, so why not visit an Alsatian wine fair or flower parade? Ticket Office: Get Your Tickets Now! back page You can also marvel at the astounding natural beauty of the St. Léonard’s underground lake, discover Europe by train with the money-saving Inter- Mark Your Calendar: September 2017 back page rail pass, or spend some unforgettable days at one of the many amusement parks in the region that are worthy of a drive. How ever you choose to spend your summer, we wish you lots of fun and/ or happy and safe travels, Christine

Basel Life Magazine Staff: COVER: Swimming in the Rhein is one of the favorite ways for Baslers to beat the Editor-in-Chief: summer heat. Most of the official swim- Christine Pesold ming lanes are on the Kleinbasel side of the Advertising & Subscription Manager / Editor: river, but the Grossbasel side also offers Susanne Hiller some swimming opportunities, including the two “Rhein pools” at Breite (shown on Design & Print: the cover) and at St. Johann, where you’ll Schwabe AG find changing rooms, toilets, kiosks, or—in For more information about subscribing or advertising – please contact us: case of the Rheinbad Breite—even a great restaurant. You can learn all about these info basellife.com and other swimming pools in and around www.facebook.com/basellifemagazine Basel in our Get Going! section in this sum- www.basellife.com mer issue of Basel Life Magazine.

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factors of movement and space within the video. Vassiliev’s compositions build bridges between the eye of the camera and the eye of the spectator and allow us to perceive what we see on a physical level. Under the title of “Last Next Winter,” three of his video works were brought together in the GLOBUS Basel display window in June, and four videos will be shown on the e-boards of the Congress Center Basel until August 6. http://videocitybs.ch

Migration—Moving the World Until January 21, 2018 Human history is marked by migration. The phenomenon has shaped Magnet Basel—Granted. Tolerated. Rejected the lives and values of people around the globe and informed the eco- nomic and political development of countries and nations throughout Until October 10 the ages. But why do people migrate and what is set in motion by mi- Migration is a key theme of the 21st century, leading to controversy gration? The exhibition at the Museum der Kulturen Basel opens the around the world—who can enter, who can emigrate, who is wel- door to world history as well as current affairs, Switzerland included. come, and who is unwanted. “Magnet Basel” is a series of five exhi- Objects slip into the role of migrants and come alive, offering a com- bitions focusing on the topic of migration in the three-country re- pletely new perspective on issues we find ourselves confronted with gion. The State Archives of Basel-Stadt house about 1 km in length every day. of dossiers from the “Fremdenpolizei” (immigration authorities) of http://mkb.ch the canton Basel-Stadt dating from 1917 to 1970. These present a very diverse picture of the foreign population of the city of Basel and their personal circumstances. In letters, petitions, police reports, and submissions, the question is again and again: Who can stay, who must go? The immigration authorities watched, produced reports, requested, granted, tolerated, and dismissed. Initiated by the State Archives of Basel-Stadt, selected dossiers are now being presented to the general public for the first time, supplemented by further exhibits and illuminated in a current context. The life stories and fates presented in the exhibition provide a detailed insight into the city’s timelines. The materials, which also illustrate the mode of operation of the immigration authorities, reveal the changing conditions under which job seekers, refugees, and adventurers could be accommodated—or rejected. The Museum für Wohnkultur will be presenting this fascinating panorama of immigration in the Basel region, which also provides a captivating look at the people’s everyday lives. If you visit the exhibit during the warm season, you can also take Circus School Le Lido—I Love You, But… advantage of the museum’s beautiful garden. For the fifth consecutive year, you can enjoy a fuss-free picnic in this secluded oasis in July 1 the city center with a “Picknick über Mittag.” From Tuesday to Fri- Set up at Dreispitz, Station Circus features various circus acts through- day, you can order a picnic basket by going online and clicking on out the year. Le Lido, the prestigious circus school from Toulouse, will your choice of soup, sandwich, salad, desert, and/or drinks, which is be bringing their act to Basel as a part of their tour. Four jugglers, two lovingly prepared for you by their partner so’up, delivered, and wait- handstand artists, several acrobats, two tight-rope dancers, and a Cyr ing for you to enjoy in the museum gardens, either before or after wheel artist complete their training with the program “I Love You, your visit to the current exhibit. But...” On this occasion, the trapeze duo OfNi, two graduates of the www.hmb.ch/museum-wohnkultur.html circus school in Tilburg (NL), will also be showing their first joint short solo-number “légère dispersion.” The shows will start at 19:30; tickets cost CHF 30 for adults and CHF 20 for kids and students. Videocity.bs www.stationcircus.ch Until August 6 videocity.bs is presenting another Swiss premiere: the works of Yuri Zoo Night Vassiliev, one of the most important contemporary Russian video art- July 1 ists, which will be shown on the e-board of the Congress Center at Messeplatz. Vassiliev’s central themes are the Russian winter and the Every summer, the Basel Zoo stays open late one night for the “Zolli- color red. The protagonists in his videos are exposed to the rigors of Nacht.” They promise an exciting evening for the whole family to ob- nature in existential ways, their exploits appearing devoid of purpose serve and learn about the animals, with specialists on hand and many and timelessly transposed into the realm of universal human experi- stations set up to provide exciting information about the animals’ be- ence. Although the videos were created independently and with a view havior, as well as tours and activities for the whole family. This year’s to an interior art space, it will be exciting to experience them in the special theme is “Achtung Natur” (Beware of nature). The zoo bar with context of videocity.bs. What challenges do the scale and the public culinary specialties and live music will round out the special program. space place upon the showcased video? What influence does the bus- The Zoo Night runs from 17:00 until midnight, with a reduced entrance tling life of the Messeplatz square have on our perception of this au- fee starting at 17:00. tonomous art work? The surrounding hustle and bustle amplifies the www.zoobasel.ch

4 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com Jugend Circus Basilisk July 1–13 The Jugend Circus Basilisk is a circus school for young Basel acrobats ages 7–17 who train several times per week. Each summer, they put on an end-of-year show in which the students can demonstrate their talents. The new program this year will take the audience on a more than 2-hour artistic time travel with acts such as floor acrobatics, unicycle, aerial numbers, trapeze, juggling, as well as small and large trampolines. Don’t miss this 48th edition of the Jugend Circus Basilisk tour, which will take place at the Rosentalanlage next to the Messeplatz; entrance is free, but they request a nominal fee of CHF 10 per person or CHF 30 per family to cover their expenses. So why not take the family and support the efforts of Basel’s future circus stars? www.circusbasilisk.ch

Bee Day at Tierpark Lange Erlen July 1 The Bienenzüchterverein Basel (beekeeper’s society) is inviting the public to Lange Erlen Tierpark from 14:00–16:00 to learn about bees and the production of honey. In the Bienenhaus (bee house) in the Erlebnishof of the park, you get to see at close range how the honeycomb is expertly removed and spun to recover the honey. There will be lots of interesting information about bees and the beekeeping profession, as well as fine honeys to taste. Admission to the park and to this event is free. www.erlen-verein.ch

Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Medieval Spectaculum July 1 – August 13 Weil am Rhein, Germany For the six weeks of school holidays, the children’s theater, Theater Arlec- July 1 and 2 chino, is performing the story of the “Bremer Stadtmusikante” (The Musi- If you are fascinated by the Middle Ages, this festival is for you! Medi- cians of Bremen) at the Park im Grünen. This play with music is based on eval Spectaculum® is the largest traveling medieval culture festival in a fable from the Brothers Grimm’s collection. “You can find something the world. They travel throughout Germany from mid-April to early Oc- better than death anywhere,” says the donkey, motivating his new tober. This year, they will again set up their camp just across the border friends—dog, cat, and cock—to go with him to Bremen as city musicians. in Weil am Rhein, Germany, on the first weekend in July. About 2,500 On their way, they discover a robbers’ house and, after they have driven participants in up to 1,000 tents, booths, and installations will transport out the robbers, decide to stay there and start a new life. The play is meant their guests into the imaginary world of the Middle Ages. This is a to be fun, stimulate smiles and laughter, and entertain children and adults unique festival atmosphere with a fantastic and diverse entertainment alike. Theater Arlecchino recounts this fable in a unique and surprising program and many archers, artisans, artists, craftsmen, jesters, jug- way, drawing parallels to our society without becoming too moral. This glers, knights, maids, mercenaries, merchants, musicians, noble la- play with music and singing for the whole family will be presented daily in dies, princes, scholars, servants, squires, traders, and many more per- the arena at Park im Grünen (Grün 80) at 15:00 and 17:00, except for the formers in medieval garb and armor, taking guests back to the 13th Swiss National Day on August 1. Admission is free and no reservation is century. There will be stage shows, music concerts, breath-taking required. The performance will last 50 minutes, without intermission, and knight battles, fire shows, a huge medieval market, and much more. you are free to come and go as you please. Shows will be cancelled in case For times, costs, and participants, go to their (German only) website. of bad weather; confirm by calling 061-331-6856 after 13:00. www.spectaculum.de www.theater-arlecchino.ch

Children’s Holiday City July 3 – August 4 Kinder Ferien Stadt (children’s holiday city) is a free children’s paradise provided during the school holidays by Robi-Spiel-Aktionen at various locations in town from 14:00–18:00 on Monday to Friday. During the first week of the holidays, you will find them at Breitematte, during the second and third week they will be at Kannenfeldpark, and during the fourth and fifth week they will set up at Margarethenpark (closed on August 1). As this wonderful offer is highly subsidized, there is no fee and no registration required; children ages 3–14 can simply show up and enjoy a wide range of activities, crafts, sports, workshops, and play equipment. While the children are guided and helped through all activities, younger kids cannot be dropped off like in a camp, and supervision is the parents’ responsibility. There will be a kiosk on site where kids can buy drinks and food at family-friendly prices. www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch photo credits: © hmb, daria kolacka (magnet basel); © mkb (migration); © medieval spectaculum; © jugend circus basilisk July / August 2017 5 Events in Basel: July/August 2017 (continued)

Zirkus Chnopf—Panik! July 5–9 Set up at the Dreispitz, Station Circus features various circus acts throughout the year. During this week, they present Zirkus Chnopf and their new program, “Panik!” Everyone is ready, the circus band plays their trumpets and trombones, the tension rises, the curtain goes ... oops, the curtain does not go up! What is happening with the curtains? In “Panik!,” the ensemble lustfully combats the horror and learns to fly. At Zirkus Chnopf, youngsters are on stage with professionals to present a piece of Nouveau Cirque for the whole family (for more info, visit their website at www.chnopf.ch). All shows are at 19:30, except for Sunday, July 9, when the show is at 18:00. There is no entrance fee, but a hat will be passed around for donations. www.stationcircus.ch

Blues Brunch walk from the festival grounds. This free event will run from 17:00– July 8 and 22; August 12 and 26 03:00 on Friday, 11:00–03:00 on Saturday, and 11:00–18:00 on Sunday; On the second and fourth Saturday check their website for a full schedule of events. of each month, the Brasserie No. 2 www.bikerdaysbasel.ch at Volkshaus Basel together with Blues Basel is presenting a rich Ettore Sottsass. Rebel and Poet breakfast from Marc Arnold’s kitchen, accompanied by the per- July 14 – September 24 fect mix of blues covers and own This year, the Italian designer Ettore Sottsass (1917–2007), who was compositions. Musical accompa- one of the most influential yet unconventional personalities in 20th- niment will be Coffee ‘n Blues on century design, would have celebrated his 100th birthday. He was re- July 8, Paul J. Miles on July 22, the nowned for products such as the legendary “Valentine” typewriter Rollin’ Fifties on August 12, and (1969) for Olivetti and as head of the creative collective Memphis, whose the Luzern band Long Distance work revolutionized the realm of design in the 1980s. This exhibition at Call on August 26. Breakfast starts the Schaudepot of the Vitra Design Museum, just across the border in at 10:30 and reservations are rec- Weil am Rhein, Germany, highlights the multifaceted talents and ac- ommended at 061-690-9310. tivities of a great designer who did not view form and function as con- http://volkshaus-basel.ch straints, but rather as an opportunity to pose existential questions and explore the fundamental nature of human existence. www.design-museum.de River Pirates July 9 and 16; August 13 and 20 Kids’ Tram Riddle Fun Are your kids fascinated by the world of pirates? Then perhaps this Sun- July 19 and 26; August 2 and 9 day excursion would suit your family. Hop aboard the MS Baslerdybli at Schifflände and go on a two-hour boat ride that includes a theater play The GGG Stadtbibliothek Basel (Basel public libraries) is once again about a pirate adventure. Captain Arabella and her unique crew have presenting this fun hour-long tram ride for kids ages 7–12, called found a new home on Kokos Island. Unfortunately, however, an assault by “Kinderrätselspass im Drämmli” (Fun on the tram with riddles for kids; looters forces them to leave their paradise. The looters have stolen secret in German only). On this ride, kids will be given riddles to solve that will and mysterious objects that in a race against time, Captain Arabella and test their observation skills. The participants will meet at 13:45 in the her team must find and return to Kokos Island, otherwise it will sink into library Schmiedenhof (Im Schmiedenhof 10, Basel, 2. floor, Boys & the sea. Following a turbulent boat ride, the pirate show will play out in Girls) and will return there after the tram journey at around 15:15– the harbor, or on the threatened Kokos Island. The round trip on the MS 15.30. Because the number of places is limited, free tickets can be ob- Baslerdybli ship, the pirate theater, syrup, and a small surprise are all tained in the library Schmiedenhof and with the Basler Ferienpass. included in the price; cost is CHF 30 for adults, CHF 15 for kids ages 6–15, Parents are not supposed to join the tram ride. and free for kids under age 6. There are two “Flusspiraten” (River Pirates) www.stadtbibliothekbasel.ch boat excursions on each of the days, from 14:00–16:00 and from 16:00– 18:00. Book your tickets at 061-639-9500 or [email protected]. Basel Tattoo—Parade www.flusspiraten.ch July 22 The Basel Tattoo parade will once again take to the streets of Basel’s Biker Days Basel inner city this summer. In addition to the top bands of the 2017 Basel July 14–16 Tattoo, almost 40 guest formations from Switzerland and neighboring Bikers Days is back for its second edition in Basel. For three days, there countries will take part, marching through the center of Basel, from will be a bike expo, biker parade, test rides, food and drinks, fancy bar, 14:00–16:00. This spectacular event is free, wonderful, and crowded, bands and shows, tattoos, market, and more at the Rheinhafen in Ba- with roughly 120,000 spectators attending! Note that because of the sel. If you come by motorbike or U.S. car, you can ride directly to the construction at Mittlere Brücke, the parade this year will be limited to festival area where there will be parking spaces for you. Otherwise, you Grossbasel. For more information on the route and the participating can take a shuttle service from Schifflände to the festival area, or bus groups, see their website. 36 / tram 8 to the stop “Basel Kleinhüningen,” which is a 10-minute www.baseltattoo.ch/2015-06-30_BT/index.php/english

6 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com Basel Tattoo—Shows July 21–29 The Basel Tattoo, the world’s second-largest and one of the most spectacular open-air tattoos, will again present a very special show. For nine days, the area around Kaserne will be transformed into a stage for drum corps from all corners of the world, including bands from royal houses, that put on spectacular shows with drumming, original chore- ography, lights, costumes, and colors. Audiences will be haunted by the Scottish-Highland sounds of the Massed Pipes & Drums, moved by world-famous catchy tunes, rocked by classics of pop and rock history, and impressed by military-style music performed while the musicians march in complicated patterns. This year’s edition of the Basel Tattoo again promises to be a spectacular event with 12 bands from the United Kingdom, France, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Swit- zerland. There are a total of 10 shows at Kaserne during this year’s festival, including 9 shows at 21:30, and 1 show at 17:30. The early show on Saturday, July 22, is free for kids under age 10 and half price for kids ages 10–16; adult tickets are CHF 49–89 (CHF 140 for VIP and CHF 190 for Skybox). Tickets for the night shows are CHF 69–119 (half price for children up to age 9) and can be purchased through their online ticket shop, via Ticketcorner, or at the Basel Tattoo Shop at Schneidergasse 27 in Basel. Note that discounted tickets for kids can only be purchased directly through the Basel Tattoo Shop. But buy your tickets soon as they sell out fast! For more information about the various bands and the Tattoo in general, go to their website. www.baseltattoo.ch

Jazz Concert at the Tinguely Museum drinks for purchase. Day tickets are CHF 59.50, night tickets are July 28; August 25 CHF 29.50, and tickets for both day and night session are CHF 79.50; they can be purchased through www.starticket.ch. Under the heading Roche‘n’Jazz, top jazz performers are giving concerts in the space dedicated to the current exhibition at the Tinguely www.tension-festival.ch Museum from 16:00–18:00 on the last Friday of every month, providing a musical highlight and a point of focus. The concert on July 28 will Brunch on the Farm feature Till Grünewalds “Phonosource”; the performers for the concert August 1 on August 25 will be the Stephan Kurmann Strings. The concerts are free with admission to the museum. On August 1, about 350 farms around Switzerland open their doors from 9:00–13:00, inviting the public to come and enjoy a brunch con- www.roche-n-jazz.ch sisting of their fresh breads, milk, cheeses, meats, fruits, cereals, and other fine products. You can also visit the farms, buy their fresh prod- Basel Tattoo—Children’s Day ucts, and see first-hand just how much work goes into the making of July 29 the farm-fresh goods. This is an event beloved by the Swiss, with over 150,000 visitors each year. Cost is about CHF 25–40 per person. To From 14:00–15:30, children can come to the Tattoo arena at Kaserne make a reservation, go to their website and click on “Brunch-Suche,” and meet some of the musicians from the Tattoo, learn about the music then select a farm in the canton of your choice. Places are limited and and the shows, try their feet at a few of the dance routines, and try their reservations can be made by phone or by email directly to the farm of hands at some of the instruments—including the bag pipes! There will your choice until July 30. also be food and drink provided by the sponsors and small gifts. This event was very popular last year, attracting over 1,000 kids. For more www.brunch.ch information on this free event, see their website. www.baseltattoo.ch/index.php/event/kindertag

Tension Festival July 31 The Tension Festival with its thousands of visitors is the biggest electronic-music festival in northwestern Switzerland. For this indoor/outdoor event, famous international artists of this musical genre will perform at the Gartenbad St. Jakob, only a few meters from its previous location at St. Jakobshalle. The lineup this year includes Richie Hawtin, N’TO, Worakls, Nicole Moudaber, Deborah De Luca, Fritz Kalkbrenner, Jan Blomqvist, Marek Hemmann, and Chris Liebing. The event starts at 14:00 and runs until about midnight, after which it moves inside and the party continues at the clubs Das Viertel and Borderline (from about 23:00 onwards); minimum age is 18. There will be finger foods and photo credits: © volkshaus basel (blues brunch); © bikerdaysbasel.ch; © basel tattoo; © schweizer bauernverband sbv (brunch on the farm) July / August 2017 7 Events in Basel: July/August 2017 (continued)

Swiss National Day Celebrations Celebrations on the Rhein in Basel—July 31 In Basel, each year more than 120,000 people come into town on the eve of the Swiss National Day to celebrate along the Rhein. They watch the water-sports events and other spectacular highlights held on the Rhein, visit the over 90 festival stands along the banks of the river, listen to music on various stages, and admire the spectacular fireworks display at 23:00. These official fireworks will be launched from barges on the Rhein, near Mittlere Brücke. Therefore, areas on or near the bridge make for great viewing areas, but are also very crowded. After- wards, the party continues on both sides of the river as well as on the stretch between Schifflände and Marktplatz until about 02:00. Celebrations in Neighboring Communities Many of the smaller communities around Basel have their own Swiss National Day celebrations, most on the day itself. The following is a short list of what is happening. To get more detailed information about the day’s events, check with your local Gemeinde (town offices) around mid-July.

Where When What Aesch August 1 Party tents with food and entertainment, speeches, and live music. (Mühleplatz) Starting at 17:30 Arlesheim August 1 Party stands, speeches, live music, a bonfire, and a lampion parade. (Badhof) Starting at 16:00 Binningen August 1 Party stands, speeches, music, a lampion parade, and fireworks. (Sportplatz Spiegelfeld) Starting at 17:00 Bruderholz August 1 Traditional and modern music, dance groups, varied entertainment, (Water tower) Starting at 18:00 a bonfire, and a big fireworks display at 22:15. This is the official celebration for Basel-Stadt. Laufen July 31 Party tents with food and entertainment, speeches, and live music. (Rathausplatz) Starting at 18:00 Liestal August 1 Party stands, speeches, musical entertainment, a lampion parade, a bonfire, (Chornschüre) Starting at 17:00 and fireworks. Münchenstein August 1 Party stands, speeches, and musical entertainment. (Sportplatz Au) Starting at 17:00 Oberwil August 1 Party stands, speeches, live entertainment, dance music, a lampion parade, (Schulhaus Wehrlin) Starting at 18:00 and fireworks. Rheinfelden August 1 Party stands, speeches, musical entertainment, alphorn music, and fire- (Kurbrunnenanlage) Starting at 17:00 works. Riehen August 1 An extensive program for children and families, with food and entertainment (Sarasin Park) Starting at 18:00 from 19:00–22:00, the singing of the national anthem, fireworks at 22:30, and a party and dance atmosphere until midnight. Therwil July 31 Party stands, speeches, musical entertainment, games, and a lampion (Bahnhofschulhaus) Starting at 18:00 parade.

Dragonboat Festival Basel acts, including acrobatics, juggling, diabolo, high wire, and much more. August 1 They now have over 200 members as well as a small orchestra. Shows The Kraftwerkinsel near Birsfelden will be the location for this festival start at 20:00 on Friday; 18:15 on Saturday, Monday, and Wednesday; filled with dragonboat fun races, food, dance, workshops, and a raffle. and at 15:00 and 20:00 on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Entrance is You can register a team or simply come to watch the races and join the free, although donations after the show are accepted. Visit their web- festivities; the races will start at 10:30. site for more information about this special circus. www.dragonboatfestivalbasel.ch www.qcb.ch

Quartier Circus Bruederholz Circus Monti August 4–11 August 9–20 Every summer, the Quartier Circus Bruederholz presents their circus The Circus Monti is the pinnacle of an incomparable experience for by kids for kids. This circus started over 30 years ago, with three broth- many circus spectators: modern and innovative, but still very charm- ers who spent the summer in their garden in Bruderholz, putting to- ing. They will be celebrating their 33rd year with a new production. The gether a small circus act to present to their friends. It has since devel- two French Canadians Marie-Josée Gauthier and Sylvain Lafortune are oped into a large-scale circus where kids ages 7–18 can showcase their once again responsible for the conceptualization and direction of this

8 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com year’s Circus Monti production, which is about the “Dreambox”—a big (tram 16 direction Bruderholz, stop “Jakobsberg”) and then a short mysterious box filled with wishes and dreams, friendship and trust, be- walk through the park. Opening hours are 12:00–21:00 on Friday, ing and striving. Check out their official website and click on “Tournée 10:00–19:00 on Saturday, and 10:00–17:00 on Sunday. Entrance is 2017/ Tournéeplan” to get a full listing of locations and show times. CHF 8, free for kids up to age 16. www.circus-monti.ch www.authentica.ch/basel/authentica.html

Fondation Beyeler’s Summerfest Tag der Stadttore (Day of City Gates) August 12 August 19 The Fondation Beyeler is inviting everyone for their summer festival on Basel, which was once a fortified city, still retains three of its original this Saturday from 10:00–22:00. The program includes workshops for city gates: the Spalentor, St. Johanns-Tor, and St. Alban-Tor. From adults, teens, and kids, as well as short tours of the Wolfgang Tillman 10:00–17:00, these city gates, as well as the remaining Pulverturm exhibit in many different languages. The event is presented in collabo- (powder tower) by the Waisenhaus (orphanage) near the Wettstein- ration with the Cultural Office of Riehen and costs CHF 10 for adults; brücke are open to the public. Several clubs and Fasnacht cliques pro- free for kids, teens, and young adults up to age 25. No registration is vide food, entertainment, period music, and loads of information about required. There will also be a free concert with the well-known band the history and function of the towers on this day. There will also be Kadebostany in Berower Park. guided tours of the towers; entrance is free. www.beyeler.com www.stadttorebasel.ch

Oldtimer Car Parade August 23 Are you a fan of classic oldtimer and vintage cars? Then be sure not to miss “RAID,” the 21st Concours D’Élégance (elegance competition). For the lovers of old cars, this is a feast for the eyes that will start in the circular courtyard of the Messe Basel, beginning at 13:30. Around 15:00, the parade heads to the center of town, with an exhibition of the cars on Freie Strasse. For two hours, you can look at and admire the cars up close as well as meet their owners, who will be more than happy to talk about their treasures. Around 17:15, the cars will styl- ishly be led by modern pace cars down the red carpet for a slow parade St. Johann Neighborhood Flea Market through Marktplatz, where they will be scrutinized by a panel of judges. The Concours d’Élégance will end at 18:00, when the cars will head August 12 back to the circular courtyard of the Messe Basel, where the prizes will From 10:00–17:00, the neighborhood of St. Johann will be holding a be handed out at 18:30. flea market where residents will be offering items for sale. On the same www.raid.ch day, the Jukibu library, which is also located in that neighborhood, will be hosting an open house with a book sale, so why not stroll over—you never know where you will find some treasures! www.jukibu.ch

Authentica 17 August 18–20 Authentica is a specialty fair dedicated to high-quality crafts and foods created by small-business producers with skill and dedication. The organization Authentica Schweiz strives to be a platform for individual producers who create, produce, and market their products themselves. At the fair, you can find a wide range of such products, from custom- made bicycles and skis, hand-made furniture, clothing, pottery, or pa- per to artisan foods and drinks (eg, cheeses, coffees, dressings, sau- sages, seeds, spices, syrups, teas, vinegars, wines, and much more). The fair takes place over three days at the Filter 4 hall on Reservoir- strasse in the Bruderholz area. You can reach them by public transport Kids’ Flea Market at Margarethen August 23 Kunsti Margarethen (the location of the ice rink in the winter months) will be the site of a giant flea market hosted by Robi-Spiel-Aktionen from 13:30–17:00. This flea market is dedicated to the selling of kids’ second-hand clothes, books, games, videos, toys, sports equipment, and so on. You can go there to pick up some needed items or to sell your no-longer-needed items. Stand fee is CHF 8 (2 m2), CHF 12 (3 m2), or CHF 16 (4 m2). There is no need to pre-register; simply show up, spread your wares, and someone will come by to collect your stand fee; the flea market will take place in any weather. www.robi-spiel-aktionen.ch photo credits: © staatskanzlei basel-stadt (swiss national day); © matthias mangold (fondation beyeler summerfest); © simon von gunten (authentica); © organisation raid (oldtimer car parade) July / August 2017 9 Events in Basel: July/August 2017 (continued)

ing grain on stone or making bread over fire; see how clothing and other goods were made; and even dress like ancient Romans. Many activities are geared especially towards kids, including pony rides and coin minting, and they can spend time in the Roman salon to get their hair and make-up done like in Roman times. It is a fun and educational weekend filled with great hands-on learning opportunities for people of all ages. Getting There: The festival is quite crowded and parking is scarce, so taking public transport is highly recommended. You can reach Augusta Raurica from Basel by train (take the S1 from the SBB, direction Frick/ Laufenburg to Kaiseraugst), and there will be a free shuttle bus service between the Kaiseraugst train station and the festival. Augusta Raurica can also be reached by bus 81 from Aeschenplatz, direction Liestal/ Reigoldswil, to Augst (www.aagl.ch). It is a 10-minute walk from the bus stop, just follow the crowd! Römerfest 2017 Tickets: You can purchase 1-day or 2-day tickets; 1-day tickets are August 26–27 CHF 18 for adults, CHF 13 for kids ages 6–17, or CHF 55 for the whole family (2 adults and up to 3 children); 2-day tickets are CHF 30 for Every year, on the last weekend of August, the ancient Roman town of adults, CHF 20 for kids, and CHF 100 for the whole family. Tickets can Augusta Raurica comes to life for tens of thousands of visitors to expe- be purchased at the gate or in advance at www.ticketcorner.ch. rience. From 10:00–18:00 on Saturday and 10:00–17:00 on Sunday, more than 700 actors will participate in the reenactment of gladiator Visit their German-only website to get more information about this won- combats and wagon races or perform as dancers, peddlers, musicians, derful Roman festival weekend and to download the flyer with the full and craftsmen of all kinds. Families can watch the many shows and weekend program, which will be available from the beginning of July. events; participate in as many as 30 different activities, including grind- www.roemerfest.ch

Beer Market itself will host a great children’s program, including shows, arts and August 25 and 26 craft activities, and a terrific slide that runs from the top of the church to the bottom. This wonderful street festival takes place Friday from Beer lovers, mark your calendar! Basel will be hosting its fifth annual 18:00–03:00, Saturday from 11:00–03:00, and Sunday from 11:00–18:00. Biermarkt, which will be held over the course of two days. From 16:00– 23:00 on Friday and Saturday, beer lovers can taste numerous beers in www.klosterbergfest.ch a variety of different styles, including dark, albino, whisky ale, pale ale, smoked, strong, wheat, and more. This Basler beer market offers small Festtage Alte Musik 2017 regional breweries a platform for presenting their beers, but there will also be beers from selected breweries in Switzerland and neighboring August 25 – September 1 countries. Whatever your fancy, there will be pints (or actually liters) for The Festtage Alte Musik Basel 2017 (Days to celebrate old music) con- every taste. Note, however, that not all breweries will be present on both tinue the experience of the last few years through a combination of days! A number of food stands and an attractive beer-garden setting continuity and innovation. Both discerning connoisseurs and curious, also help to make this an enjoyable outing with friends. Located at Vo- young, and multicultural listeners can enjoy this unforgettable festival gesenplatz near the Bahnhof St. Johann, the beer market can easily be for old music. On seven summer nights, in magnificent locations around reached by public transport with trams number 1, 2, 6, 8, 14, 16, and 21. Basel, old music will be offered at the highest level, not just from a www.baslerbiermarkt.ch single historical epoch, but in relation to a historically transcending and guiding idea—that music is a journey. Indeed, music for centuries has been regarded as the driving force of the largest and smallest human journeys, from the intimate worlds of dreams and fantasies to the transcendence of the longest journeys into the beyond, from the mysterious prophecies of the Middle Ages to the splendor of the baroque over- and underworld. Accordingly, the concerts have themes such as prophecy, dream, pain, distance, magic, irony, splendor, or heroism. You can purchase tickets for the individual concerts as well as a festival pass for seven evening concerts and one afternoon concert; this pass is transferable. Visit their website for a complete list of concerts and locations; tickets can be purchased through Bider & Tanner in person at Aeschenvorstandt 2, by telephone at 061-206-9996, by email at ticket@ biderundtanner.ch, or online at www.biderundtanner.ch. www.festtage-basel.ch

Family Concert Klosterbergfest August 26 and 27 August 25–27 Moved from the originally planned date of May 13 and 14, the last con- This annual festival, now in its 40th year, helps raise money and aware- cert in the 2016/2017 Musikschule Basel’s family concert series will be ness for the less fortunate children of Brazil. Many tents and stages the presentation of the audio book for children “Der Soli, das Deo, und offer a variety of ethnic foods, goods, and music. The festival takes place die Gloria,” with accompanying CD inauguration and performances. along the Klosterberg, up to Elisabethen Kirche (church). The church Above the organ, gold letters state “Soli Deo Gloria.” To Lena, Soli is the

10 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com music teacher Solenthaler, Deo is the deodorant in her mother’s bath- room cabinet, and Gloria is the Spanish lady who often takes care of her and cooks with her. The secret behind “Soli Deo Gloria” slowly comes to light when her friend Steve wants to hear something from the composer with the “water” name. In funny and profound everyday scenes and con- versations, the wealth of the music and the history of Johann Sebastian (Bach), who left his mark in people’s hearts and minds many centuries ago, slowly unfolds in Lena. She not only finds the “Soli Deo Gloria,” but also a new appreciation of her full first name with the many ‘A’s—Anna Magdalena. This special story will be narrated by Philipp Roth and accompanied by Nicoleta Paraschivescu on organ. The concert on Satur- day, August 26, will take place at 17:00 at the Kirche St. Theodor (The- odorskirchplatz 5, Basel), and the concert on Sunday, August 27, will take place at 17:00 at the Kirche St. Franziskus (Äussere Baselstrasse 168, 4125 Riehen). Entrance is free for kids and members of the Musik Akademie, otherwise CHF 15 for adults, CHF 5 with Familienpass. www.musikschule-basel.ch Gässli Film Festival August 31 – September 3 Reading Festival in Kannenfeldpark The Gässli Film Festival, so named because of its location in Ger- August 27 bergässlein, is a nonprofit event, organized for young filmmakers in the Basel region. The aim is to inspire young people to make films and to The beautiful Kannenfeldpark will be the location for this year’s Vor- give the film talents of tomorrow an opportunity to present their works lesefest (reading festival), where hundreds of reading enthusiasts of all to a wider audience. To this end, festival organizers invite an interna- ages and their parents will gather to enjoy stories, storytelling, and tionally renowned filmmaker to Basel to show his debut film and give books. This event, which is organized by the Education Department the young people tips, tricks, and inspiration for their future careers in Basel-Stadt, is all about promoting reading and language skills through filmmaking. There will be monetary and other prizes awarded to the reading and storytelling. The park will be set up with eight yurts, each best film of the festival, the best of Switzerland, the best music video, with different readers—local celebrities, authors, librarians, and mem- as well as a social-media audience prize and a youth prize. To learn bers of reading clubs. There will be 30-minute reading blocks, and kids more about the project, their success stories, how to participate, how can switch yurts between readings. There will also be a yurt where kids to get there, or to just attend, visit their website. can do crafts under supervision. The JUKIBU staff will be telling stories in various languages in one of the yurts at the park from 11:00–17:00. www.baselfilmfestival.ch The event runs from 10:00–17:00 and will take place rain or shine. www.ed.bs.ch

Flohmarkt auf dem Dach (Flea Market on the Roof) August 27 This flea market and collectors’ fair is the largest in northwest Switzer- land, with about 200 stands and 10,000 visitors. It will be held on the Magical roof of the Interio in Pratteln from 8:30–16:00. The venue is completely covered, so it is great in any weather. Here you can find agriculture, Cafe antiques, appliances, arts and crafts, bicycles, camping, clothes, coins, collectibles, electronics, games, garden, household, jewelry, motorcy- cle clothing, musical instruments, sports, stamps, tools, watches, and ! Play Cafe in Ba so much more. New sel www.flohmarktaufdemdach.ch Unveil the magic...

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under age 12 can enter for € 1.00, and parking costs an additional € 2.00. Note: If you plan on buying some wine, keep your duty-free limits in mind: Any person age 18 and older is entitled to import 5 liters of alcoholic beverages with less than 18% alcohol by volume plus 1 liter of alcoholic beverages with more than 18% alcohol by volume per day into Switzerland. If you wish to bring more than your allowance into Switzerland, you may do so by declar- ing the amount and paying a duty of CHF 2 per liter (under 18%) or CHF 15 per liter (above 18%) for the total amount, not just the amount over the limit. www.foire-colmar.com

Le Corso Fleuri (Flower Parade) Sélestat, France The Underground Lake of St. Léonard August 12 and 13 St. Léonard, VS The Alsatian town The Rhone valley between Sierre and Sion in the canton of Valais is de- of Sélestat cele- fined by its viticulture, with vineyards on every square meter of its brates the colorful southern slopes, and orchards in the valleys. When admiring these beauty of flowers in beautiful vistas, it is hard to imagine that Europe’s largest subterra- a creative festival nean lake lies beneath this interesting landscape. The spectacular and atmosphere each unusual St. Léonard underground lake is 300 m long, 20 m wide, and August with Le Cor- 10 m deep. This watery underworld is considered to be a place of special so Fleuri—a parade, power, which has been accessible to tourists since 1949. In the water festival, and party, grotto, which is easily reached by guided boats, about 80,000 visitors all around the each year learn about the history of the cave and its geology with the theme of flowers. various types of stone glittering at a height of 10 meters, their shapes For the 88th year, reflected on the 6,000 m2 surface of the lake. Trout swim in the clear Sélestat, as well as water and the fungus gnat, the only species that is actually native to the inhabitants of neighboring communities, meet for a parade of flow- this subterranean world, hangs its larvae upside down on the walls of er-laden floats and a host of other entertainment and activities. This the cave. Guided tours of this unusual and mysterious site last over half year’s theme is “Au gré des flots” (With the waves). There will be floats an hour and are in German, French, and English, leaving every 20–40 decorated with thousands of colorful dahlias in an aquatic theme—mer- minutes between 9:00–17:30 (no advanced booking necessary). The maids, fish, polar bears, sea lions, and boats will certainly put you in a temperature of the cave is always a heavenly 15°C, making it a wonder- maritime spirit. The festivities will start on Saturday in the center of fully cool excursion on a hot summer day. The underground lake can be town at 16:00, and the day parade will start at 18:00. This will be fol- reached in about 2.5 hours from Basel; entrance costs CHF 10 for lowed by evening heavy-metal concerts, the night parade at 22:00, and adults, CHF 6 for children ages 5–15, and free for kids under age 5. For a grand fireworks display at midnight. The festivities continue on Sun- an unforgettable outing, listen to a music concert played on a boat day with many activities in the streets of town, the exhibition of the 12 floating on the underground lake—the magical lighting and the one-of- flowered floats, a wine fair, a market filled with local delicacies, enter- a-kind accoustics reflecting off of the cave walls and water surface are tainment, and evening concerts of world pop (19:30) and reggae (21:00) incomparable. Visit their website for a list of their upcoming concerts music at Square Ehm. The town of Sélestat is a little over an hour from and events; the next concerts are on July 28 and August 9. Basel and can be reached by car and by train. www.lac-souterrain.com www.selestat.fr/se-divertir-a-selestat/corso-fleuri/ le-corso-fleuri-2017.html La Foire des Vins d’Alsace (Alsatian Wine Fair) Colmar, France Children’s Holiday on the Farm July 27 – August 6 Agrotourismus Schweiz is an association of 320 Swiss farms that pro- “La Foire,” as it is affectionately known, is the highlight of French sum- motes agricultural tourism on their farms for everyone to enjoy. Several mer festivals and takes place in the city of Colmar for the 70th year. The of these farms offer children the opportunity to take a holiday on the fair started out as a celebration and promotion of agriculture in Alsace, farm without their parents! During the summer, while their parents are featuring wines, local delicacies, and even agricultural products and ma- at work or take a vacation of their own, children are integrated into ev- chinery. Its popularity has grown so much over the years, attracting over eryday life on the farm by experienced host families and their children. 250,000 visitors each August, that it is now housed at the Parc des Expo- Kids may help milk the cows, collect the eggs laid by the hens, or feed sitions and features over 350 exhibitors over a period of 11 days. The star the pigs. Visit their website and view a description of the different farms, of the show is of course the wine, with over 1,500 different wines to sam- their special features and offerings for their young guests, and book ple from the best wineries and grape varieties that the region has to of- directly with the farmers by email or phone. The price includes over- fer. There is also plenty of entertainment, from dance shows and cooking night accommodation, normally in dormitories, and full board. Your shows with top chefs to comedy shows, children’s animation, and of children will not forget these holidays for a long time! For children who course fabulous acts in “la Coquille,” the on-site Hollywood Bowl-style require special assistance, the corresponding conditions must be agreed theater that seats 10,000. There will be different live acts every night, on beforehand with the hosts. You can also request a free Agrotouris- including a triple-header concert featuring Status Quo, Michael Schen- mus Schweiz catalog online for a list of the different types of farms and ker, and Uriah Heep on July 28, and Sting on July 31. The Foire des Vins accommodations to help you plan your next family Swiss vacation at is open daily from 11:30–01:00 (with some exceptions); entry is free until www.agrotourismus.ch/en/service/brochures/catalogue-order. 13:00, € 4.50 from 13:00–17:00, and € 7.00 after 17:00 (note that on Sun- www.agrotourismus.ch/en/kids-holidays-active-farm- days, entrance is € 4.50 from 11:00–17:00 and € 7.00 after 17:00). Kids experiences/childrens-holidays-on-the-farm/

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Europa Park Rust, Germany If going to an amusement park is on your family’s wish list each summer, then a visit to Europa Park is a must! Spanning over 95 acres, Europa Park is a huge amusement park set on beautiful grounds pro- fessionally landscaped with amazing flowers and foliage with over 100 different attractions and shows, camping resort, five 4-star theme hotels, and dozens of restaurants, cafés, bars, and snack bars to ensure great fun suitable for everyone. The park is divided into 15 different European country themes, each with many rides, including rollercoast- ers, water rides, virtual reality simulators, fantasy worlds, ghost castle, adult haunted houses, bumper cars, paddle boats, an old-fashioned Europa Park is located in Rust, Germany, about 75 minutes from Basel steam train, and a host of other rides for everyone from the very young by car; take the A5 motorway northbound (direction Frankfurt), exit visitors to the dare-devils and thrill seekers at heart. The park also of- “Rust” (57b), and follow the signs. There is plenty of parking (€ 6), but it fers 23 hours of shows daily, including puppet, dance, acrobatic, and is recommended to go early to get a parking spot nearer to the entrance. music shows; a 4-D cinema; parades; a castle show; fashion shows; You can also reach Europa Park by train by taking Deutsche Bahn (Ger- and the new film highlight, “The Secrets of Gravity—from Europe to man railway from the Badischer Bahnhof) to Freiburg im Breisgau and Space,” on the world’s largest 360° cinema in the Dome of Dreams. The then switching onto a local train to “Ringsheim,” the official stop of Eu- park is also equipped with a monorail for a relaxed view of the exquisite ropa Park, from where you can catch the 7231 bus service to the Europa grounds, an adventure playground for the little ones who need to blow Park entrance. If you are staying at a Europa Park hotel, you can take a off steam, a water playground to cool down on a hot day, as well as a lot hotel shuttle bus (€ 15 for up to 8 people) from the “Ringsheim” station of indoor attractions for those bad-weather days. to the hotel entrance (book minimum 72 hours in advance). In the sum- The newest attraction this year at Europa Park is Volaterium—the big- mer months, day passes to Europa Park costs € 47 for adults, € 40.50 gest single investment made on an attraction in the history of Europa for kids ages 4–11, free for kids under age 4, and free for children under Park thus far! Equipped with a 120-meter high silk screen, wind, water, age 12 on their birthday (with proof). If you take the train, they also have and 3-D movement, you can truly get the sensation of flying like never Europa Park combi-tickets available from Deutsche Bahn, which in- before over Europe’s most incredible landscapes and notable cities. It clude admission to the park for up to 5 people. If you want to experience promises to be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Also the park over several days, consider one of the attractive overnight new this year is the MONACO exhibition in the Mercedes-Benz Hall. packages for families when you stay at one of the Europa Park hotels. Dedicated to one of the most prestigious car races in the world, the Check out their German, English, French, Dutch, and Italian website to Monaco Grand Prix, the exhibit put on by Mercedes to celebrate their start planning your unforgettable experience for the whole family. third double World Championship in a row, is a fascinating tribute to the www.europapark.de human “need for speed.” Visitors of all ages can experience the electric and glamorous atmosphere along the racetrack in Monaco. Enormous pictures of historic facades provide the backdrop to the real stars of the Other Amusement Parks show, including a Formula 1 race car, safety car, and many more exclu- Europe is home to numerous great amusement parks, the biggest one sive show cars. A visit to the MONACO exhibit is certainly a perfect in proximity to Basel being Europa Park. There are, however, several warm-up for a ride on one of Europa Park’s most notable rollercoast- smaller parks within a comfortable driving distance from Basel, as well ers, like the Silver Star that can be seen from kilometers away, the Blue as some larger ones that would be best to visit when you have two or Fire Megacoaster, the Wodan timber coaster, the Poseidon Water Roll- more days. The table below provides a brief list of some of these fun ercoaster, the Swiss Bob Run, Euro-Mir, Eurosat, and the Pegasus parks. Note that largest amusement park in Europe, Disneyland Paris, YoungStar Coaster. is not included in this list due to its considerable distance from Basel.

Amusement Park Location Brief Description Steinwasen Park Oberried, Germany Located in the beautiful Black Forest region, Steinwasen Park hosts a number of rides, two www.steinwasen- (60 min from Basel) 800 meter-long toboggan runs, an indoor toboggan track, a small roller coaster, an animal park, park.de a 218 meter-long suspended bridge that offers a magnificent view of the region, and much more. Conny Land Lipperswil, Switzerland Located in canton Thurgau, this amusement park is home to several rides, an indoor play www.connyland.ch (1 hour 45 min from Basel) park, a jungle adventure, a 5-D simulator, a water play area, mini cars, a giant slide, bumper cars, a parrot show, a sea lion pool, and much more. Holiday Park Pfalz, Germany This park has a number of rides for kids, as well as a free-fall tower, Sky Scream, and the www.holidaypark.de (2 hours 30 min from Basel) Geforce rollercoaster for the more adventurous riders. With mini-cars, an adventure-beach playground, and water rides, this park is a nice day outing for the whole family. Happyland Grange-Sierre, This park is newly opened this year and is the largest amusement park in Switzerland. www.happyland.ch Switzerland Equipped with some rides, go-karts, electric boats, a giant slide, adventure park, and a river (2 hours 45 min from Basel) splash, it is ideal for young families. Happyland is located near the underground lake of St. Léonard (see left page) and could be combined for a great day or weekend family trip. Legoland Günzburg, Germany Located in Bavaria, Legoland is designed to ensure that heroes of all ages will find much to www.legoland.de (3 hours 15 min from Basel) explore and enjoy with 55 attractions in the 9 worlds of adventure and thousands of models made from 56 million LEGO® bricks. The centerpiece of the park is “miniland,” where famous European towns and landscapes have been recreated from over 25 million LEGO® bricks, on a scale of 1:20, that can all be moved at the touch of a button—accompanied by cool back- ground noises. They also offer attractive overnight packages for families. Playmobil Funpark Zirndorf, Germany Here kids’ Playmobil fantasies come to life in their larger-than-life–size play areas, including www.playmobil- (4 hours from Basel) a knight’s fort, dinosaur park, tree house, stone bridge, pirate ship, farm, Noah’s ark, police funpark.de station with Go-Kart course, stone quarry, and wild, wild, West, all of which are riddled with many active play areas and adventures. Families can stay at the Playmobil-Hotel on site for a multi-day visit.

photo credits: © lac souterrain (underwater lake); © ville de sélestat (flower parade); © europa-park July / August 2017 13 Did you know?

railway-companies to help you with that. There are two types of rail passes: the Interrail One Country Pass, which gives you access to the national railways in the country you select, and the Interrail Global Pass, which is valid for either 15 or 30 days in all 30 participating countries. The Interrail pass is not just for youths (ages 12–25), but can also be purchased for adults (ages 26–59), and seniors (ages 60+). The price you pay depends on your age and the duration of the pass (see website for details). You can register for the Interrail pass directly online and save up to CHF 10 per person in counter fees. The pass will arrive at your door by registered mail; check the details for accuracy, pack your bag, and off you go! Note that the Interrail offer is only valid for people who reside in Europe; all non-European residents must choose the Eurail Pass, which is a similar (albeit more expensive) offer that you could choose for rela- City Cards tives or friends that would like to join you on your European adventure by rail this summer (www.eurail.com/en/eurail-passes). If your family or friends are planning to visit you in Basel this summer, you may want to consider getting them the “BaselCard.” The BaselCard www.sbb.ch/interrail allows you to discover the sights of the city and to take advantage of numerous discounts on cultural offers and attractions. Holders of the BaselCard can save 50% when visiting Basel’s famous zoo, going on a walking tour of the Old Town, taking a boat trip on the Rhein, visiting the theater, crossing the river by ferry, or visiting one of the first-rate museums in Basel and the surrounding area. You can purchase a BaselCard that is valid for either 24 hours (CHF 20 for adults/CHF 10 for kids ages 6–16) or for 48 hours (CHF 30/15). Visit their website to download the BaselCard Guide to learn more about all of the offers available with the BaselCard or to book and pay for your BaselCard online. www.basel.com/en/BaselCard If you would also like to explore what Zürich has to offer, you may consider getting the ZürichCARD. It enables visitors to take advantage of unlimited travel by tram, bus, train, and cable car in Zürich; travel on short boat trips and Limmat river cruises for just CHF 5; free or reduced admis- Salmon Are Migrating Back to Basel sion to most of Zürich’s museums; 50% off the city tour “Stories of the Old One hundred years ago, there were millions of salmon in the Rhein and Town;” as well as many more discounts on a variety of cultural and leisure its tributaries that stretch all the way up to the Swiss Alps, making the activities. If you would like to enjoy Zürich to its fullest, you can purchase Rhein the largest salmon-bearing river in Europe. Salmon bred in its a ZürichCARD that is valid for either 24 hours (CHF 24/16) or 72 hours fresh water, and the hatchlings then travelled all the way to the ocean (CHF 48/32). www.zuerich.com/en/visit/your-city-travel-pass and to Greenland’s waters, only to return to their birthplace in the Swiss mountain rivers years later to reproduce. However, with the introduction Discover Europe by Train of hydroelectric plants along the Rhein, the salmon population gradually decreased, almost disappearing by the 1950s. In 1991, the Interna- Travelling by train is a great way to explore Europe that is not only has- tional Commission for the Protection of the Rhine (ICPR) came up with sle free, but also lets you meet other travelers and experience unfor- a salmon-reintroduction plan that has been met with success. Thanks gettable adventures. If you would like to visit places in Europe this sum- to the gradual introduction of fish passages at the hydroelectric dams at mer for one low-price ticket, then the Interrail pass may be for you. Iffezheim, Gabsheim, and Strassbourg, salmon have been able to swim This pass is a train ticket that allows you to travel on almost all trains in upstream again from Rotterdam to Strassbourg as well as up some of Europe, giving you access to 37 railway and ferry companies in 30 coun- the Rhein’s tributaries. Their journey unfortunately ends there for most tries. You can find a complete list of national railways and ferry lines par- of the fish, because a handful of dams owned by Electricité de France ticipating in the Interrail pass on their website at www.interrail.eu/en/ upriver from Strassbourg still block the migratory path. Nevertheless, trains-europe/railway-companies. Most trains can be boarded by simply some salmon have already managed to make their way to Basel, with a showing the staff your Interrail pass; however, some train companies record 220 individuals recorded in 2015, despite the obstacles. By the require you to purchase an additional seat reservation. Refer to their year 2020, these remaining obstacles will be eliminated because hydro- guide and reservation service at www.interrail.eu/en/trains-europe/ electric dams now are required to once again become passable to migratory fish via the introduction of fish passages. According to the Swiss federal authorities, the Birsfelden power station also has to have a fish ladder in place by 2020, to allow the migratory fish to swim further upstream from Basel. As a result, the Atlantic salmon could once again populate their original spawning beds above Basel in Switzerland (eg, in the Aare and further in the Limmat and the Reuss), as well as in the Black Forest tributaries, as many of the dams in Switzerland and the Black Forest have already been equipped with fish passages. Salmon are not the sole migratory fish to benefit from the international networking measures on the Rhein—in 2015, the control station in If- fezheim reported observing 2,000 breams, 5,200 barbels, 8,000 eels, and over 18,000 common nases. The high number of nases is particularly encouraging, because the remaining stocks of this endangered fish species in Switzerland are extremely threatened and a healthy migration is therefore highly welcomed.

14 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com City Park and Ride If you live outside of Basel and would like to spend more time enjoying what the city has to offer, consider the City Park & Ride as a hassle-free option. Simply drive into the city and park in one of the five city parking garages (City, Storchen, Elisabethen, Steinen, or St. Jakob) and get around the city by bus or tram. It is really quite simple: park your car and proceed to the ticket machine to get your Kombi-Ticket before leaving the parking garage. You can get on and off busses and trams while you are in town without worry, your Kombi-Ticket is your ticket to ride. When you return to the parking garage, simply pay your Kombi-Ticket like you normally would a parking stub; the parking and public transport fare will be charged together at a reduced rate. With the City Park & Ride offer, Historical Tour: Includes similar sights as the downtown tour. This tour the first hour of parking is free, and the public transport will also be follows the steps of Basel becoming the city it is today through history. charged at a reduced rate. What is more, you can park one car and choose Special fact: This tour brings you to the last remains of the old city wall. a Kombi-Ticket that includes the public transport for your passengers as Jewish History Tour: Jewish people have been living in Basel since the well, up to 8 people! No more guess work getting the correct tram/bus 13th century. Their story is told among sights like the Synagogue, Jew- ticket! Visit their website for a complete list of park-and-ride prices. ish Museum, Petersplatz, Frey-Grynaeish Institute, and the old town. www.tnw.ch/service/city-park-and-ride Special fact: This tour uncovers the history of some unknown sights in the old city center. The philosophy of Free Walking Tours is that a good city tour is price- Free Walking Tours Basel less, so it is up to you to decide how much you want to pay. The guides Free Walking Tours Basel is an independent nonprofit association of- work on a tip basis, which incentivizes them to give you their best, and fering free tours in Basel to visitors and locals in English. There are at the same time makes it possible for everyone to enjoy the tours, currently four different tours to choose from: whatever your budget may be. If you are interested in joining one of the Downtown Tour: Includes the old town of Basel with sights like scheduled tours, there is no need to sign up! Just check the website, Barfüsserplatz, Münsterhügel (cathedral hill), Marktplatz, and city show up at the given time and location, and enjoy the tour. If you would hall. Special fact: This tour uncovers a hidden secret in the old town of like to organize a tour for a group at a time that is not indicated on the Basel. calendar, contact them at [email protected]. Kleinbasel Tour: In the Middle Ages, what we now know as Basel was Visit their website for more information or to book a tour. Note that these actually two independent towns. This tour explains the history of one of walking tours are also offered in other Swiss cities, making Freewalk a those towns. Special fact: Even though both towns form the city of Ba- wonderful opportunity to get to know new cities through their locals. sel, there are still some noticeable differences. www.freewalk.ch

photo credits: © basel tourismus (baselcard); © interrail.eu; © world wildlife fund (salmon) July / August 2017 15 Get Going!

Outdoor Swimming Pools in Basel and Surrounds Outdoor pools are a wonderful way to spend a lazy hot afternoon cool- ing off with the family. Basel and its surrounding area are overflowing with great pools, many of which also have restaurants and playgrounds to keep everyone happy for the day. The table lists the outdoor pools in and around Basel and the facilities they offer, including those just over the border in neighboring France and Germany. With the exception of Gartenbad St. Jakob, which is open from mid-April until early October, Note: In the table, the following terms are used to describe the differ- the season for most outdoor pools is from early May until mid-Septem- ent types of pools: Swimming pools usually have marked lanes and are ber. The daily opening hours of each pool vary depending on the day of for more serious lap swimmers; family pools or play pools are not quite the week, the point in the season, and the weather, so be sure to check as deep and are for playing and for those who cannot swim laps; kiddie their websites for up-to-date information. pools are shallow wading pools for babies and toddlers.

POOL LOCATION PRICES DESCRIPTION (website) Gartenbad St. Jakob Adults: CHF 7.00 This is a large park with a heated pool with swimming lanes, a teach- St. Jakobsstrasse 400, Basel Kids (6–16): CHF 3.00 ing pool, a family pool, a play pool with slides, a kiddie pool, a 10 m 061-267-4144 Students (17–25): CHF 4.00 diving board, 2 beach-volleyball courts, a playground, 2 kiosks, and a www.badi-info.ch/bs/st-jakob.html 10-Ticket packs and season restaurant. passes available Gartenbad Eglisee Adults: CHF 7.00 Due to construction, only the swimming pool and the kiddie pool in Egliseestrasse 85, Basel Kids (6–16): CHF 3.00 the ladies-only section will be open this summer. In this area, women 061-267-4747 Students (17–25): CHF 4.00 can bathe topless; boys up to age 6 are permitted with their mothers. www.badi-info.ch/bs/eglisee.html 10-Ticket packs and season passes available Gartenbad Bachgraben Adults: CHF 7.00 This park has a swimming pool, a 3.5 m-deep pool with a 1 m and 3 m Belforterstr. 135, Basel Kids (6–16): CHF 3.00 diving board, a teaching pool, a play pool with a large slide, a kiddie 061-381-4333 Students (17–25): CHF 4.00 pool, a 6 m-high climbing wall, a beach-volleyball court, table tennis, www.badi-info.ch/bs/bachgraben.html 10-Ticket packs and season a kiosk, and a restaurant. passes available Rheinbad Breite Day pass: CHF 6.00 This high-pillared historical steel structure located over the Rhein St. Alban-Rheinweg 195, Basel Season pass: CHF 120 for allows swimming in the Rhein with two platforms to sit/lie, toilet 061-311-2575 singles or CHF 180 for facilities, lockers, shop, and a superb new restaurant, Le Rhin Bleu. http://rheinbad-breite.ch couples or families There is no supervision, and swimming in the Rhein is not recommended for very small children. Rhybadhysli Santihans Adults: CHF 5.00 This historic bathing facility is located over the Rhein and offers a St. Johanns-Rheinweg 50, Basel Kids to age 16: CHF 3.00 swimming area in the Rhein for both swimmers and non-swimmers. 061-322-0442 11-Ticket packs and season There is a snack bar and kiosk. Changing rooms and cabins can be www.rhybadhysli-santihans.ch passes available for rented. There is no lifeguard, so swimming is at your own risk. purchase at the kiosk. Sonnenbad St. Margarethen Adults: CHF 6.00 Located near Margarethenpark, it has a small swimming pool, a Friedhofstrasse 9, Binningen Kids (6–12): CHF 2.00 family pool, and a kiddie pool. There is a large chess set and table 061-271-9980 Students (13–18): CHF 4.00 tennis, and separate areas for men and women who want to tan www.sonnenbad.ch Season passes available seamlessly. Naturbad am Schlipf Adults: CHF 6.00 This beautiful park has a pool that resembles a natural lake or river, Weilstrasse 69, Riehen Kids (6–16): CHF 2.50 with a high water quality offering a visual depth of at last 2 m. They 061-646-8118 Students (16–25): CHF 4.00 have a large toddlers’ wading pool with fun water games; a large pool www.naturbadriehen.ch 10-Ticket packs and season with four slides; a special non-swimmers’ area with beach, slide, passes available; reduced and a float; as well as a separate diving pool. price for evening entry Gartenbad beim Schloss Adults: CHF 6.00 In this lovely park near the castle in Bottmingen, there are three Burggartenstr 15, Bottmingen Kids to age 16: CHF 2.00 different pools, slides, a diving tower, a playground, and a restaurant. 061-421-3300 Students to age 25: www.bottmingen.ch/de/gemeinde/ CHF 3.50 Gartenbad/Gartenbad.php Season passes available Gartenbad Bettingen Adults: CHF 5.00 They offer a swimming pool, a small kiddie pool, and a diving pool Brohegasse 15, Bettingen Kids: CHF 2.00 with diving board, as well as a restaurant and a kiosk. 061-601-8266 Season passes available www.badi-info.ch/bs/bettingen.html Freibad Arlesheim Adults: CHF 5.00 There is a swimming pool with lanes, a play pool, a kiddie pool, a Schwimmbadweg 10, Arlesheim Kids to age 16: CHF 2.00 diving pool with 1 m and 3 m diving boards, and a water slide. 061-701-2040 Students: CHF 4.00 They also have a beach-volleyball court, a playground, a kiosk, www.badi-info.ch/bs/arlesheim.html 20-Ticket passes and and a restaurant. season passes available

16 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com Get Going! Did you know? (continued)

Gartenbad Aesch-Pfeffingen Adults: CHF 5.00 They offer a swimming pool, a playing pool with a beach-like edge, Dornacherstr. 85, Aesch Kids (6–16): CHF 2.00 62.5 m of water slides, jets, and neck showers. There is also a beach- 061-751-2800 Students: CHF 3.50 volleyball court and table tennis. www.aesch.bl.ch/de/tourismus/ 20-Ticket passes and gartenbad/ season passes available Gartenbad Weiden Adults: CHF 2.50 Here you will find a swimming pool, kiddie pool, table tennis, and a Schwimmbad am Birsweg School-aged kids: grassy area for lounging; you can rent lawn chairs on the spot. There Birsweg 24, Dornach CHF 1.00 is also a kiosk and snack stand. 061-701-5367 Reduced-price multiple www.badi-info.ch/a/dornach.html tickets and season passes available Freischwimmbad Nau Adults: CHF 6.00 There is a swimming pool, a play pool with big water slides, a kiddie Schliffweg, Laufen Kids (7–16): CHF 3.00 pool, a diving pool with 1 m and 3 m diving platforms, a water play- 061-761-5959 Students (16–25): CHF 5.00 ground for kids, a large water slide, and a volleyball field. They also www.badi-info.ch/bs/laufen.html 10-Ticket packs and season have a kiosk and a restaurant. passes available In den Sandgruben Adults: CHF 5.50 The very large grounds have a large swimming pool with six lanes, a Giebenacherstrasse 10, Pratteln Kids: CHF 2.50 teaching pool, a family pool with a canal with flowing water, three 061-821-7121 Students (16–25): CHF 4.00 kiddie pools for younger kids, a playground, a beach-volleyball court, www.badi-info.ch/bs/pratteln.html 10-Ticket packs and season a basketball hoop, a soccer pitch, and ping-pong tables. There is also passes available a restaurant, a garden restaurant, and a kiosk. Strandbad KuBa Adults: CHF 7.00 This outdoor complex is located directly on the Rhein with a 5 m Freizeitcenter KUBA, Rheinfelden Kids: CHF 3.00 platform to jump into the Rhein. They offer a large swimming pool Baslerstrasse 70, Rheinfelden Students: CHF 4.50 connected to a play pool with slides, a separate kiddie pool, a tube www.kuba-rheinfelden.ch Reduced-price multiple and speed chute, as well as a channel that flows into a whirlpool tickets and season passes grotto. The park includes volleyball, table tennis, mini-football goals, available disc golf, and a restaurant. Sport- und Freizeitbad Gitterli Adults: CHF 8.00 This park offers a swimming pool, family pool, kiddie pool with a little Militärstrasse 14, Liestal Kids (4–16): CHF 4.00 stream, 16 m slide, “wellness oasis” with 34oC water, beach volley- 061-921-3324 Students (16–25): CHF 6.00 ball, beach soccer, table tennis, boule, restaurant, and bistro. This www.gitterlibad.ch 10-Ticket packs and season venue also has an indoor swimming pool and family pool that are passes available; reduc- accessible in the summer. tions for evening entry Laguna Freibad Prices for Freibad only: Laguna Badeland is an indoor waterpark that is open year round. Dr. Peter-Willmann-Allee 1, Adult: € 4.00 There is also an outdoor section (Laguna Freibad) that is only open Weil am Rhein, Germany Kids (6–17): € 2.50 in the warmer months. This outdoor section has a swimming pool +49-(0)7621-956-740 Kids under 6: € 0.50 and a play pool; a kiddie pool; a diving pool with a 1 m, 2 m, and 3 m www.laguna-badeland.de Reduced entry after 18:00 diving tower; and a wide wavy slide. Season and family cards also available Parkschwimmbad Lörrach Adults: € 4.00 They offer a swimming pool with 8 swimming lanes, a diving pool Tumringer Strasse 271, Lörrach, Kids (6–17): € 2.50 with a 5 m diving tower, a wide slide, a wave slide, a channel with Germany Students (18–25): € 2.50 flowing water, a kiddie pool with slide and stream, beach-volleyball +49-(0)7621-100-25 Reduced-price evening courts, a soccer field, and a playground. www.loerrach.de/baeder tickets; memberships/ season cards available Freibad Grenzach-Wyhlen Adults: € 4.00 This large outdoor swimming complex located directly on the shores Rheinallee 40, Grenzach-Wyhlen, Kids & teens: € 2.00 of the Rhein offers a swimming pool, a family pool, and a kiddie pool Germany Reduced-price multiple with slides, fountains, and play equipment. There is also a beach- +49-(0)7624-5012 tickets and season passes volleyball court, a beach-soccer field, a playground, a restaurant, www.badi-info.ch/a/grenzach.html available kiosk, and even a grill area. Piscine Pierre de Coubertin Adults: € 3.60 This park offers an Olympic-sized swimming pool, family pool, kiddie 4 rue Saint-Exupéry, Saint-Louis, France Kids (6–18): € 2.55 pool, water games, table tennis, safe trampolines, diving platform, www.cc-3frontieres.fr/fr/au-quotidien/ Reduced-price evening aquabike, aquagym, and a snack restaurant. sports/centre-nautique tickets; 10- and 20-entry cards

photo credits: © laguna-badeland gmbh, photo: thomas dix; © erziehungsdepartement des kantons basel-stadt (st.jakob) July / August 2017 17 Information Desk

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Ad Basel Life Magazine 0116.indd 1 20.01.2016 15:03:51 August 2017 www.basellife.com Talent programs Coaching SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Bilingualism Sessions Calendar Key: AUG 1 2 3 4 5 Ongoing Events in August (for more info refer to this section) Swiss National Day Celebrations Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Basel Events Brunch on the Farm Children’s Holiday City Children’s Holiday City Children’s Holiday City Quartier Circus Bruederholz Videocity.bs Fun Outings: Beyond Basel Dragonboat Festival Basel Kids’ Tram Riddle Fun Alsatian Wine Fair Quartier Circus Bruederholz Alsatian Wine Fair Inside Basel Alsatian Wine Fair Alsatian Wine Fair Moving Margarethenpark Alsatian Wine Fair Public Guided Tours of Basel Special Working e-board of Congress Center, Basel Sports and Recreation Gymnastics Yoga Spring und Gump Qi Gong Open Studio at Fondation Beyeler needs Your Child techniques Until August 6 Workshops, Tours, and Education Accompanied Swimming in the Rhein Ab in den Bach! Tai Chi Open Studio at Fondation Beyeler Open-Air Theater at Rötteln Open-Air Music Festivals Beach Volleyball Tournament Pilates TCS Bike Tour—Mätzerlechrüz Open-Air Theater at Rötteln Drive-In Cinema Summer Fun at the Kunsti Margarethen Entertainment Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Drive-In Cinema Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Until August 20 Open-Air Cinema Basel Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Open-Air Cinema Basel Open-Air Cinema Basel Language Dayschool Ettore Sottsass. 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Tai Chi Tour—Behind the Scenes of Schaudepot Open Studio at Fondation Beyeler St. Alban-Vorstadt 32, Tel. 061 278 98 88 Until October 10 Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Monday Night Skate Stars in Town Pilates TCS Bike Tour—Sattelhof Stars in Town Stars in Town / Open Air Basel Migration—Moving the World Open-Air Cinema Basel Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Stars in Town Stars in Town Open Air Basel Heitere Open Air www.minervaschulen.ch Open-Air Cinema Basel Open-Air Cinema Basel Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Open Air Basel Heitere Open Air Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Museum der Kulturen Basel Open-Air Cinema Basel Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Im Fluss—Concert on the Rhein Open-Air Cinema Basel Until January 21, 2018 Open-Air Cinema Basel Open-Air Cinema Basel Chamber Concert—Dancing Like a Feather 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Children’s Theater in Park im Grünen Zumba Circus Monti Circus Monti Circus Monti Circus Monti Circus Monti River Pirates Spring und Gump Gymnastics Zumba Moving Margarethenpark Authentica 17 Authentica 17 Circus Monti Aqua-Rhythm Rheinschwimmen Yoga Spring und Gump Qi Gong Day of City Gates Sunday Matinée at Meriangärten Open-Air Cinema Basel Evening Tours at the Botanical Garden Ab in den Bach! 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Discover the Meriangärten The Meriangärten (Merian gardens) are a little patch of heaven in Ba- sel! Located between St. Jakob and Park im Grünen, these gardens consist of 18 hectares of green space, filled with valuable ornamental plant collections, splendid flower beds, useable plant gardens, a historic English garden, and a nature reserve—all combined to into one special botanical garden.

How the Gardens Came About The gardens date back to the 1820s, when Christoph Merian and his new wife, Margaretha, came to Brüglingen after receiving the Brügling- erhof property and 56 hectares of land as a wedding present and turning it into a farm. After Margaretha’s death in 1886, the land was trans- ferred to the Christoph Merian Foundation. The Brüglingerhof remained an independent farm until it was integrated into the gardens in 2012. The area became a public garden in 1968, when it seemed that the bo- species. In addition, the “Tierhof” houses farm animals in the stables tanical garden of the Basel university would have to be moved from its and pastures; rare breeds of sheep, chickens, and rabbits delight young current site. The Christoph Merian Foundation offered the land as a new and old visitors. The animals are the protagonists in the school pro- home for the university gardens; however, the move ultimately wasn’t grams offered in the Meriangärten, and as part of ProSpecieRara necessary and Brüglingen got its own botanical garden. In 1980, the breeding programs, they are important ambassadors for their breeds. whole area underwent large-scale modifications for the “Grün 80” gar- The wonderful organic produce, eggs, and honey produced at the park den show, and many parts of the current garden date back to those up- are for sale at their market stand by the Brüglingerhof each Thursday dates (eg, the rhododendron valley or medicinal-plant garden). In 2012, from 10:00–12:30. Some products are also available throughout the the botanical garden Brüglingen and the former Merian park were inte- winter months at a self-serve honor stand. grated with the Brüglingerhof to form the current Meriangärten. A mill from the 16th century has also survived and is now one of the oldest buildings in the gardens. Today, it is still functional and home to a small museum. Twice a month, on the last Tuesday and Saturday of What You Can See the month, the miller starts the water wheel that drives the grindstone The garden features seven special collections of decorative plants, in- and you can see first-hand how wheat, rye, and other grains were cluding iris, rhododendron, fuchsias, peonies, clematis, ivies, and snow ground in the time of Christoph Merian. drops. Especially the iris garden is out of this world—when the 1,500 historic irises bloom simultaneously in the spring, gardeners from all over the world travel to Basel to see the spectacle. This special iris col- Practical Information lection came to the Meriangärten in 1969, as a gift from the passionate The beautiful park is the perfect place to relax at any time of year— iris breeder Countess Helene von Steinzeppelin. In addition, the iris whether you sit down in one of the cozy niches and sunny benches with garden is complemented by hundreds of other species and varieties of a book or take a walk to enjoy the forms, colors, and fragrances. The iris that are rarely seen in such interesting shapes, colors, and sizes, as Meriangärten are open every day from 8:00 until sundown and in any well as by snowdrops and other bulbous plants that bloom all year. weather (café opens at 9:00). Entrance is free, but dogs are not allowed. Go to www.meriangaerten.ch/de/besuch/in-den-gaerten/gartenplan. The rhododendron valley is also especially magical in the spring, when html to view a complete map of the park. In the months of June to Au- the rhododendron collection blooms in an incredible variety of colors and gust, you can also pamper your spirits with a Sonntagsmatinée—an you feel like you are walking through an enchanted forest. Among the entertaining and varied program of classical music from 11:00–11:45 species and varieties, there are numerous particularly old plants, many on Sunday morning in the idyllic courtyard under the linden trees (in with special foliage to discover, making a visit worthwhile at any time of the Holzsaal in case of rain). The concerts are free but there will be a the year. The North garden houses the peony and clematis collections. collection; visit www.meriangaerten.ch/de/erleben/sonntagsmatineen/ Don’t miss the Trockenbiotop (dry habitat), a valuable natural space sonntagsmatineen.html for details of each concert. with a “wild” atmosphere. The high plateau with its species-rich dry www.meriangaerten.ch meadows is a protected area, and thanks to its rich flowering vegeta- tion, the bees in the bee house produce a lot of honey. The English garden is a landscaped garden that was laid out over 100 years ago, with a velvety green “Pleasure Ground” that is complemented by classical elements, such as a characteristic tree trunk and a water lily pond next to the Villa Merian. Once the summer residence of Christoph and Mar- garetha Merian, the villa is now a café-restaurant that serves food daily in the idyllic surroundings of winding paths and gorgeous views of the nearby landscapes that appear as if out of a painting.

Service Buildings In the 13th century, the river Birs, which runs near Brüglingen and the gardens, was still untamed and used to drive a mill. Once the river was controlled, the Brüglingerhof gradually expanded, and the surrounding plains have been used as farming grounds since the 17th century. They are still cultivated today as part of an education project for school children who grow grains, potatoes, vegetables, and herbs in the “School & Agriculture” program. The grounds are mainly used to grow rare and endangered varieties of fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plants, and the orchard is home to 400 apple, pear, and plum trees of different photo credits: © ksc (meriangärten) July / August 2017 23 Sports and Recreation

Exercise Outdoors in Basel’s Parks This Summer If you like the idea of exercising outdoors in the beautiful parks of the Basel region with a large group of people to get or stay in shape, these free classes organized by Gsünder Basel may be for you! You can join in any time; no registration is necessary, simply show up and join in! The Spring und Gump program is ideal for the whole family, whereas the other programs are ideally suited for adults of all levels. The table below lists the available classes by weekday—there is something for everyone! www.gsuenderbasel.ch

ACTIVITY WEEKDAY TIME DATES LOCATION Zumba Monday 19:00–19:50 Until August 14 St. Johanns-Park, Basel Spring und Gump Monday 19:00–19:50 Until August 14 St. Johanns-Park, Basel Aqua-Rhythm Monday 18:30–19:20 Until August 21 (excl. July 31) Naturbad, Riehen Gymnastics Tuesday 19:00–20:00 Until August 29 Schützenmattpark, Basel Zumba Wednesday 18:45–19:45 August 16 – September 6 Ackermatte, Kleinhüningen Yoga Wednesday 18:30–19:30 Until September 6 Erlenmatt, Basel Ab in den Bach! Wednesday 16:00–16:40 Until August 23 Wettsteinanlage, Riehen Pilates Wednesday 19:00–19:50 Until August 30 Jörin Park, Pratteln Pilates Wednesday 19:00–19:50 Until August 30 Wettsteinanlage, Riehen Moving Margarethenpark Thursday 19:00–19:50 Until August 24 Margarethenpark, Basel Spring und Gump Thursday 19:00–19:50 Until August 24 Margarethenpark, Basel Tai Chi Thursday 19:00–19:50 Until August 31 Wettsteinanlage, Riehen Qi Gong Friday 19:00–20:00 Until September 1 Schützenmattpark, Basel Aqua-Rhythm Sunday 16:00–16:40 Until August 27 Schwimmbad, Pratteln

Zumba: Combines dance, fitness, and fun with Latin-American rhythms; no previous experience necessary, party mood guaranteed! Spring und Gump: A playful and free movement program with jumping, playing, and juggling for kids and their parents; ideally suited for kids ages 4 and up, although younger kids are welcome. Aqua-Rhythm: An effective fitness training of intense water aerobics in waist-deep water to party music from around the world (entrance to swimming pool is extra). Gymnastics: Aerobics classes with great music for a varied and fun workout for the entire body. Yoga: A relaxing hour in the new Erlenmattpark for yoga trainees of all levels (moves indoors to the Senevita Erlenmatt in case of rain). Ab in den Bach!: Thirty minutes of movement for all ages, followed by a dip in the cool water to get your circulation going and strengthen your body’s defenses. Pilates: Strengthens the deep muscle groups that provide a healthy and proper posture by means of strength exercises, stretching, and conscious breathing (Pratteln Pilates moves to Dorfturnhalle ADH in case of rain). Moving Margarethen: An entertaining session of exercises that change each week based on the varied program offered by Gsünder Basel, including Kraft Fit, gymnastics for the back, Nia, Pilates, boot camp, Aroha, yoga, body toning, and Bolly Robix (moves to the Kunsti Margarethen in case of rain). Qi Gong and Tai Chi: Trains coordination and mobility through Chinese meditation and exercise involving a series of circular and harmonic move- ments (Tai Chi moves into Gemeindehaus in case of rain).

Summer Fun at the Kunsti Margarethen Accompanied Swimming in the Rhein Until August 20 Every Tuesday in July and August If you normally go ice-skating at the Kunsteisbahn (Kunsti) Margarethen If you want to try floating down the Rhein but prefer to do it in a group, in the winter, you should check out what they are offering this summer. the Sports Department Basel-Stadt organizes a “group float” every The Sports Department Basel-Stadt has teamed up with Robi-Spiel- Tuesday at 17:45 in the months of July and August. This offer is free of Aktionen to transform the outdoor ice rink into a summer paradise of charge and is open to participants of all ages. Visit their website to fun for kids with a Pumptrack, a street-soccer facility for the football learn more or to register. In the event of uncertain weather, you can call fans, bouncy and play castles, and a giant slide as some of the many 061-267-5740 to hear if the event will still be taking place. highlights for young and old. Grab a lawn chair by the mini-pool and www.sport.bs.ch enjoy some refreshing drinks and snacks to recharge your batteries. Summer Kunschti Margarethen is open Monday to Friday from 13:30– 22:00, Saturday from 11:00–22:00, and Sunday from 11:00–20:00 in dry weather; if in doubt, visit their website to check if they are open. On their website, you can also find a map of the various activities around the facility under “Übersicht,” as well as a daily program of activities like yoga, skateboard, dance, Pumptrack, circus workshops, bike trials, bubble soccer, and street-soccer tournaments, under “Programm und Events.” Entrance is free, as is participation in all workshops and activities; no registration is necessary. Wear comfortable clothing and for sports activities, bring your own helmet and protective padding, as well as your own skateboard, bike, or scooter, if you have them. www.summer-kunschti.ch

24 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com Moonlight Swim July 9; August 7 The Bachgraben Gartenbad (outdoor pool) will be hosting Vollmond- schwimmen (full-moon swim) until 23:00, weather permitting. Swim- ming by candle- and moonlight is a one-of-a-kind experience. Their restaurant will be open on the upper level, as well as the kiosk and showers. www.badi-info.ch/bs/bachgraben.html

Monday Night Skate July 10 and 24; August 7 and 21 If you are a fairly good in-line skater and would like to participate in a long skate with a large group of people, this might be for you! Every second Monday evening, you can come to Theodorskirchplatz and join hundreds of other skaters on a predetermined guided route. The skate begins at 20:00 and ends around 21:45, warm-up starts at 19:00. Be sure to wear the proper safety equipment! These skates are not intend- ed for beginners! In case of bad weather, the decision to cancel will be made at 18:00; notification by SMS. For more info, visit their website and be sure to click on Basel (this site is in German, French, and English). www.nightskate.ch Beach Volleyball Tournament July 29 – August 1 The Coop Beachtour, the highest national beach-volleyball tournament series in Switzerland, will take place at Barfüsserplatz for the 21st time. From Saturday to Tuesday, visitors will be treated to beach volleyball at its best as Switzerland’s top teams compete against pro beach-volleyball teams from around the world for four days. Games will take place from 13:30–22:00 on Saturday to Monday and from 13:30–18:00 on Tuesday; entrance is free. http://basel.coopbeachtour.ch

Summer Swim Classes for Kids July 31 – August 11 If you have difficulty fitting swimming lessons into your winter schedule, why not enroll the kids in 2-week intensive lessons in the summer? Schwimmschule A-Z offers classes for kids ages 4 and up at the Trial Scuba Diving Class Naturbad Riehen (www.naturbadriehen.ch) from July 31 to August 11. July 22 There are seven different levels of classes designated by animals (Krebs, Seepferd, Frosch, Pinguin, Tintenfisch, Krokodil, and Eisbär). If you have always been curious about scuba diving, this is your chance Register by phone at 079-758-2288 or by email at schwimm-a-z@ to try it. On this Saturday from 9:30–11:30, trained divers will be guiding bluewin.ch; classes cost CHF 50 (not including entrance to the pool). interested participants to learn the right techniques using compressed The Sports Department Basel-Stadt offers the same 7 levels of swim air under water in the Naturbad Riehen, an ideal natural environment classes for kids ages 5–13 in several outdoor and indoor pools around with good under-water visibility. You should bring your own snorkel, Basel daily during the same 2 weeks (10 lessons), irrespective of goggles, fins, and sun screen—they will provide the scuba diving tanks. weather. Registration for these classes is open until June 30, so act Only participants who are healthy, without any problems with ears, quickly. Classes cost CHF 50 for kids who live in Basel-Stadt and runny nose, or cough, can participate; insurance is the responsibility of CHF 70 for kids who live in Baselland. You need to indicate your de- the participant. Participants must be at least 8 years old and able to sired level and three preferred classes (pool and time); however, you swim. Sessions last 15–20 minutes and cost CHF 5 (not including en- are not guaranteed your desired slot as spaces are limited and classes trance to the Naturbad); register as soon as possible at the entrance as fill up quickly. Go to their website to fill out the registration form, by spaces are limited. clicking on “Online-Anmeldung Sommer-Schwimmkurse 2017.” You www.naturbadriehen.ch/Kurse will need to indicate the desired class/level in which you would like to register your child (not the level they have already achieved). If you are Night Swimming unsure about the right level, you can always skip down and click on what skills your child already has (ie, can put their head under water, July 29 can jump in from the pool’s edge, can swim at least 8 meters indepen- On this night, the Naturbad in Riehen is offering nighttime swimming dently…), and they will try to match them with the appropriate level. from 19:00–23:00. Enjoy a pleasant bathing experience in a pool illumi- Note that the classes at St. Jakob offer simultaneous aqua-jogging for nated with colored lighting. Please note that for your own safety, no adults! To register for aqua-jogging, click on “Online-Anmeldung alcoholic beverages are permitted, and the number of bathers will be Aqua-Jogging-Kurse 2017”. limited. www.jfs.bs.ch/fuer-sportlerinnen-und-sportler/sportangebote/ www.naturbadriehen.ch kinder-jugendliche/sommer-schwimmkurse.html photo credits: © stephen oliver (accompanied swimming); © chef.li (beach volleyball tournament) July / August 2017 25 Workshops,Sports and Recreation Tours, and (continued) Education in Basel

Acrobatics Summer Classes August 7–11 Whether your child is completely new to acrobatics or wants to improve certain techniques, the Acroballet Center offers 1-week classes in August where each child’s training will be based on their individual level and wishes. Classes will take place in their large studio equipped with a variety of equipment, mats, foam elements, a TumblTrack, and an Airtrack. Kids ages 4–6 will learn basic floor acrobatics from 9:00–10:30 and kids ages 7–16 will learn floor, partner, and aerial acrobatics from 10:40–12:40. There are also more intensive classes for kids ages 7 and up to learn floor, partner, and aerial acrobatics from 10:40–16:30, which includes a lunch break provided by the center. Costs for the classes are CHF 165, CHF 220, and CHF 480, respectively. All classes will end with a demonstration to family and friends on the last day. Register for your spot directly online, by email to [email protected], or by calling them at 061-271-4405. www.acroballet.ch/de/aktuell/ferienkurse.html

Rheinschwimmen August 15 (rain date August 22) On the third Tuesday in August, everyone is invited to float down the Rhein together in an annual tradition called “Rheinschwimmen.” Thou- sands plunge into the water simultaneously, entering anywhere along the permissible swimming lane on the Kleinbasel side, and let the current carry them downstream. All boat traffic is temporarily halted for Basler Bruggelauf (Bridge Run) this event, which starts at 18:00. Whether you participate or simply August 13 come to watch, this is an event worth marking! In case of bad weather This beautiful run, which will be taking place for the 12th time, is so or high water, it will be postponed to the following Tuesday, August 22. named because the course leads across seven bridges over the Rhein All participants receive a commemorative medal, so why not bring your and Birs. Kids, teens, families, recreational runners, and elite runners swim bag and jump in? are all invited to participate in this run whose motto is “Mitmachen ist www.rheinschwimmen.ch wichtiger als gewinnen” (Participating is more important than winning)! The event features several runs of various lengths. The longest one is the actual Bruggelauf, with a total of 16.1 km (10 miles); it includes two Skateboard School rounds around the old town as well as the circuit along the Rhein; there August 19 are several age categories for this run for both men and women. Those If you would like your kids to learn to skateboard, you can sign them up who feel they are not up to the challenge of the full Bruggelauf can reg- for skateboard school, which takes place two Saturdays per month for ister for one of the shorter circuits, including an intermediate 6.0 km kids ages 5 and up. Classes are held every second Saturday from 13:00– run consisting of two loops through the old town and a 3.0 km “Einstei- 14:30 or from 14:00–15:30. Kids are divided into groups from beginners ger” (beginners) run with only one loop through the old town. In a sepa- to experienced and learn balance, coordination, strength, jumps, tricks, rate category, teens ages 13–17 will follow the same 3.0 km loop around and techniques to improve crash safety. There is a minimum of 4 kids the old town. Finally, kids ages 6–12 can participate in a 1.2 km run along and a maximum of 30 kids per lesson, and each lesson costs CHF 25. the Rhein. All runs start (and end) on the Kleinbasel side of the Rhein at You can also ask for private lessons for CHF 60 per 60 minutes (maxi- Kaserne at 10:30, except for the kids’ run, which starts at 12:30. The mum 3 students). You can register by contacting Corey Tschudin at ceremony to announce the winners will commence at 13:00, so be sure [email protected]. to stick around and enjoy the festivities. There will be many tents set up with food, music, and more. Showers and changing rooms can be found www.skateboardschool.ch in the Turnhalle Klingental (at Kaserne). Registration: You can register online for any category of the Bruggelauf Bikefestival Basel until Wednesday, August 9, at http://baslerbruggelauf.ch/der-lauf/ August 19 and 20 anmeldung/. The 16.1 km Bruggelauf costs CHF 35, the 6.0 km intermediate run costs CHF 25, the 3.0 km beginners’ and teenagers’ run costs For the 22nd year, Basel will be hosting this festival for fans of bicycle CHF 10, and the 1.2 km children’s run is free. You can also order a Brug- racing and stunts as well as for bicycle enthusiasts in general, with plen- gelauf t-shirt for an additional CHF 20 when you register. Late registra- ty to see and do. For two days, the Bikefestival Basel will host various tions will be accepted on August 12 from 17:30–19:30 and on August 13 cycling events, including approximately 700 contenders racing in the fi- from 8:30–10:00 in the Turnhalle (gymnasium) at Kaserne for an addi- nals of the Proffix Swiss Bike Cup, one of the most important race series tional late fee of CHF 5. Note that kids can late-register until 12:00 on the in Europe. The 1.5 km track is set entirely within the Schänzli Arena at day of the race. St. Jakob, so that spectators can watch every part of the action. Saturday morning features the 6th edition of the Swiss Trial Cup—a sport that can Start Numbers: Number bibs will be handed out at Kaserne on August 12 only be described as extreme parkour on stunt bikes. Hold your breath as from 17:30–19:30, as well as on August 13 starting at 8:30. Participants the contenders jump between obstacles and balance in the most unfath- will receive data chips that will calculate the time. Be sure to return omable ways on their bikes. In the Pepita Dirt Jump Show, world-class these at the end of the race to avoid a charge. athletes will defy gravity with their jumps, showing the best tricks at http://baslerbruggelauf.ch/ Bikefestival Basel. The obstacles are newly designed and combined each year to set the highest standard for adrenaline junkies.

26 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com Guided Bicycle Tours If you enjoy cycling, there are many gorgeous opportunities to explore Switzerland on bike or e-bike this summer. Check out the cycling specials in the April and May 2017 issues of Basel Life Magazine. (If you missed picking up your copies, view them in the archives at www.basellife.com or subscribe online to never miss another issue.) If you would like to join a guided group bike tour in and around the Basel area, there are a few organizations that offer such tours in the warmer months. The Touring Club Schweiz (TCS) organizes group bicycle tours for avid cyclists in different regions of Switzerland; to see a list of tours that de- part from the Basel area, visit www.velotouren-bs.ch/tcs-velogruppe/ jahresprogramm-tcs. There are 9 tours that range between 60–80 km in place on different weeknights to give everyone a chance to join. Simply July/August. For these tours, you meet in the morning, travel through a show up at Petersplatz with a sturdy bike at 18:20 (near the Kollegienge- dozen or so towns, have lunch along the way (bring money and I.D.) be- bäude), where the tour leader will give information on the evening’s fore returning to Basel. All tours are free and no registration is neces- ride. Distances will vary between 25–40 km, and the tours will be in the sary, but you can contact the tour leader in advance if you like; informa- three-country region (bring valid I.D. for any border crossings). There is tion for each tour and its respective guide is provided on their website. no cost and no preregistration. You can download the flyer with all in- ProVelo beider Basel offers group bicycle tours weekly (18 times) formation and dates at www.provelo-beiderbasel.ch/rsFiles/Datei/ throughout the warmer months. These are evening tours that take FlyerAbendtouren_2017.pdf.

The festival also includes events for those who would like to jump on sentation of the awards at 17:30. The three winners in each age group the saddle themselves. One of them is the BLKB Bike Challenge on will receive medals, and all finalists will be given a diploma indicating August 19, an event where neither timing nor ranking is important, but their performance and rank. first and foremost the joy of biking. With three different trails ranging www.oldboysbasel.ch from 42 km to 88 km to match any biker’s abilities, as well as spectacular views, the event aims to motivate large sections of the population to engage in sports while discovering Basel’s beautiful surrounds. Moti- Strongman Competition vate your friends to join and do it together—the largest groups will be August 26 rewarded with valuable prizes. Visit their website to see a map of the different trails and register online to participate; registration costs The Swiss Federation of Strongman Athletes will be holding a strong- CHF 40–50, with an additional CHF 20 fee for late registration. At the man competition at the Basel harbor on August 26, starting at 11:00. At EBM Pumptrack—a small, oval, slanted track, full of twists, bends, and this event, men and women will compete in a variety of disciplines to jumps—you can spend the weekend practicing and improving your time show off their incredible strength, from deadlifting to vehicle pulling— and stunts on the circuit. They will measure your time, so you can see an event truly for the strong and the strong at heart. Curious? Come how quickly you completed the round; the rider with the fastest time and cheer on the athletes and see how it’s done. will be crowned the winner of the EBM Pumptrack. https://swiss-fsa.jimdo.com Last but not least, Bike4Trails is a fun and entertaining fundraising event that takes place at 18:00 on Saturday on the race circuit of the Proffix Swiss Bike Cup. Here, hobby bikers, kids, and costumed cyclists on River Boat Trials bikes, tandems, tricycles, or unicycles can ride to raise money for August 28 www.trailnet.ch, an organization that supports and realizes the con- With the Rhein run- struction of cycling trails in northwest Switzerland. Sponsors can either ning through Basel, make a contribution per round or a fixed donation to participants, so don it is no surprise that your funniest costume, decorate your bike, and try to complete as many there are many boat- rounds as possible in the most entertaining or outrageous style. You can ing clubs in the re- sign up for this event until 30 minutes before the start. Whatever your gion that offer differ- interests in cycling, come to the Schänzli Arena near St. Jakob—Eu- ent types of rowing rope’s largest bike arena—for a weekend of bike fun! Entrance is free. activities. The Rhein www.bikefestival-basel.ch Club Basel employs the traditional style river boats called Bebbi Sprint Weidlinge, whose August 26 crews consist of sev- Bebbi Sprint is a sprint challenge for all children up to age 14 in the Ba- eral stand-up pad- sel region that has existed for over 40 years. The Old Boys Basel athletic dlers as well as one club has been hosting the event for the past few years as a tri-national person who uses a long wooden rod with a forked metal end, designed competition at the Stadion Schützenmatte in Basel. Running distances to navigate the boats over the rocky river bottom. If you have ever been will be 50 m for kids up to age 9, 60 m for kids ages 10–13, and 80 m for curious about these boats and would like to give it a try, the Rhein-Club kids age 14; boys and girls compete separately. The competitions start at Basel is hosting a trial day (Schnuppertraining) on Monday, August 28, 12:00. Participation is free and registration is accepted from 10:30 on the from 18:00–21:30. Trials are for ages 10–70 and are free of charge; you same day up to 60 minutes before the respective competition starts. They just need to bring sports clothes and knee protectors, if you have them. are organizing a professional warm-up as well as activities between rac- Come to the boathouse at Klingentalgraben 4–6 in Basel (near Kaser- es. The competitions will begin with an elimination round, with the eight ne); please register with Jasmin Amann by the preceding Friday at fastest runners in each category qualifying for the finals. All participating [email protected]. children will receive a gift and a snack, and the day will end with the pre- www.rcbasel.ch photo credits: © verein basler bruggelauf; © rhein-club basel (river boat trials) July / August 2017 27 Workshops, Tours, and Education in Basel

Talk—Pascal Mory. The Colors of Community July 6 What is the significance of color in architecture? For Le Corbusier, argu- ably the most important figure in modern architecture, this was a life- long preoccupation, especially in connection with his Unité d’Habitation. This groundbreaking concept for collective living was implemented in multiple cities. In this talk, Pascal Mory, architect and contributor to a reproduction of the Unité d’Habitation for the Musée des Monuments in Paris, addresses Le Corbusier’s ideas for communal dwelling and the determinative, community-building role of color, which many architects have continued to employ to this day. This English-language talk will take place at the Vitra Design Museum just across the border in Weil am Evening Tours at the Botanical Garden Rhein, Germany, at 18:30; admission is free. July 4, 11, and 25; August 15 and 22 www.design-museum.de Tuesday evenings from March to October, specialists of the Botanisch- er Garten der Universität Basel (Botanical Garden of the University of Open Studio at Fondation Beyeler Basel) will be giving 1-hour tours in German on a variety of topics. The July 7 – August 13 tours start at 17:00 and again at 18:30. Meeting place is at the fountain at the corner of the Institutsgebäude (institute building). Cost is free, On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during the summer months, the but donations are accepted. The tour on July 4 is entitled “Vitis vini Fondation Beyeler will be opening their studios from 14:00–18:00. All fera—die botanische Seite des Weins” (Vitis vinifera—the botanical side those interested in art and design are invited to the studios to partake of wine); the topic on July 11 is “Palmen—Exoten der Superlative” in a wide range of offers based on the current Wolfgang Tillmans exhi- (Palm trees—exotic plants of superlatives); the topic on July 25 is “Zo- bition. Participation is free and no registration is required; children un- ologische Winzlinge des Botanischen Gartens” (Zoological miniature der age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. organisms of the Botanical Garden); the topic on August 15 is “Was- www.fondationbeyeler.ch serpflanzen im Viktoria-Haus” (Aquatic plants in the Viktoria house); and the topic on August 22 is “Von heilenden und giftigen Gewächsen” (Healing and poisonous plants). Tour—Step by Step Through Basel’s Unique History https://botgarten.unibas.ch/2017feierabend/index.php July 9 The collection of the Historical Museum Basel displays some highlights of local and international relevance. In the medieval period, Ba- Summer Camps for Kids sel started to become an important and influential city. Trade and If you are in Basel this summer and would like to keep your kids busy, crafts were flourishing after the construction of the cathedral and the various providers offer a wide range of day camps for all age groups, from building of the bridge across the Rhein. The “Step by Step” guided tour sports such as acrobatics, horse-back riding, parkour, swimming, soccer, introduces the visitors to some items like the fountain figures, cathe- and tennis to creative arts such as cooking, music, and pottery; there are dral treasury, Dance of Death, and medieval tapestries representing even camping and away trips to various destinations. For a list of camps the unique history of Basel. This tour in English will be starting at to choose from week by week, you can look up our June issue of Basel Life 11:00. Magazine in the archives at www.basellife.com and register now! www.hmb.ch

Public Guided Tours of Basel Leporellokids July 1, 15, and 29; August 5 July 11–14 If you would like to learn more about Basel, why not join an English- language public guided city walking tour designed especially to en- The JUKIBU library is hosting a summer holiday course with the theme lighten Basel’s expats on Basel’s secrets, cultural and historical high- of “Kamishibai and Kaleidoscope.” Children ages 7–12 will meet from lights, traditions, and ancient customs. There will be several of these 14:00–16:00 for 4 consecutive days to listen to a Kamishibai story each tours this summer, including “Walk along the Rhein” on July 1, “Pride day and construct their own kaleidoscope with illustrator Elena Pini of Basel” on July 15, “History of the Life Sciences in Basel” on July 29, and her colleagues. Cost for the four sessions is CHF 10; registration and “Basel Art Stroll” on August 5. All tours are from 10:30–12:00 and forms are available at the library. cost CHF 20 per person. Visit their website for information on meeting www.jukibu.ch places and to register for a tour. www.basel4expats.ch/public-guided-tours Excavation Live July 12 and 19 Pottery Classes City walls, the Barfüsserkloster, and a department store all once stood July 3 – August 9 at the Barfüsserplatz. Because of the renovation of the Stadtcasino, the If you are here over the summer and Archeological Department of Basel-Stadt is currently undertaking ex- would like to take a pottery class, Ruth cavations at the Historisches Museum in the Barfüsserkirche and the Moll’s pottery school is offering a 6-week location of the Stadtcasino. On this German-language tour, discoveries evening class on either Monday, Tues- and excavation results will be explained. Meeting point is at the cashier day, or Wednesday evenings from 18:30– in the Historisches Museum in the Barfüsserkirche at 12:30. Cost for 21:00. Visit their website for more info. the tour is CHF 15 for adults and free for children up to age 12 and www.toepferschule-moll.ch/ holders of the Museumspass. toepferkurse.php www.archaeologie.bs.ch

28 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com photo credits: © susanne hiller (evening tours); vitra design museum (behind the scenes at schaudepot); English Book Discussion Basel July 12; August 16 If you are interested in joining a book group to discuss mainly contemporary English literature, why not join Book Discussion Basel. The meetings take place once a month on a Wednesday evening, when participants discuss the chosen book. They meet from 19:00–20:30 at Tre- ffpunkt Breite, next to Hotel Breite, Zürcherstrasse 149 in Basel (tram 3 or bus 36 to stop Breite). The participants are asked to read the book in advance and to contribute a token fee of CHF 5 at each meeting. The next discussion will be about the book “Lab Girl—A Story of Trees, Sci- ence and Love” by Hope Jahren on July 12; the discussion will take place in the garden on this evening, weather permitting. On August 9, the book discussion will be "Charlie Chaplin" by Peter Ackroyd. If you are interested in learning more about this group or to participate, visit Tour—Behind the Scenes of the Schaudepot their website and contact the organizer. July 14; August 11 https://bookdiscussionbasel.jimdo.com Catch a glimpse behind the scenes of museum work and find out what lies behind the exhibitions of the Vitra Design Museum in this hour- long tour. Join a guide as they show you the places of work of a curator, restorer, and many more employees of the museum as well as the con- servation workshop. This tour will be conducted in English and there is no registration required; simply show up at 15:00 at the Schaudepot. www.design-museum.de

Tour—Wolfgang Tillmans July 23 and August 20 To mark its 20th anniversary, the Fondation Beyeler is presenting the work of German artist Wolfgang Till- mans in the second of three major exhibits this year. This exhibit will center on the studio as a working space in which his photographs are tested and produced for the first time, as well as on the studio as a social place, where Tillmans spends much Talk—Aldo Cibic. The Memphis Legacy of his life—a complex entity that in- July 13 fluences the images in different ways. In the early 1980s, Italian designer and architect Aldo Cibic became a From 15:00–16:00, there will be an partner in Ettore Sottsass’ design studio and was a founding member English-language public tour of this of the Memphis group. In his talk, Cibic will discuss his long collabora- comprehensive engagement with the medium of photography, including tion with Sottsass and provide insight into the genesis and develop- an extensive selection of his C-prints and inkjet prints as well as films and ment of Memphis, one of the most influential design collectives of the sound works. Admission to the museum is CHF 25 for adults (CHF 50 for 20th century. This English-language talk will take place at the Schaude- the whole family with Familienpass) and, for this year, free for everyone pot of the Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany, at 18:30; up to age 25. The tour costs an additional CHF 7. Note that there will be a admission is free. French-language tour of this exhibit on July 30 and August 27. www.design-museum.de www.fondationbeyeler.ch

Talk—Anna Puigjaner. Kitchenless City STUDIO SPOOLDER July 27 CRAFTS ARTS TEXTILES Spanish architect Anna Puigjaner is convinced that the current housing CAT crisis can be addressed using historic examples of collective housing, Make your own Make your own which employ strategies of shared amenities, such as dining rooms, Beach Trousers! Summer Shoes! lounges, and service areas. Her conviction has been turned into reality Workshops for Teenagers and Adults both in the realization of a housing block in her native city of Barcelona in 2016 and in her proposal “Kitchenless City: Architectural Systems Registration and Questions: Workshop dates in July: Email: [email protected] 06.07.17 - 07.07.17 teenagers - W1 for Social Welfare,” which won her the coveted Wheelwright Prize of Mobile: 0041 (0) 78 855 8364 10.07.17 - 11.07.17 teenagers - W2 13.07.17 - 14.07.17 adults - W1 the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Currently, Puigjaner is re- Price: 300 CHF 17.07.17 - 18.07.17 teenagers - W2 Material costs: 20 - 40 CHF 20.07.17 - 21.07.17 adults - W2 searching examples of collective living in Brazil, Sweden, Russia, and Address: Ahornstrasse 29, Basel 24.07.17 - 25.07.17 teenagers - W1 27.07.17 - 28.07.17 adults - W1 Korea to derive lessons and possible solutions for future domestic ar- Max. 6 participants Each Workshop lasts 2 days, chitecture. In her talk, she will share these findings. This English-lan- Coffee and tea available with the following timetable: guage talk will take place at the Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Lunch is not included 09.30 - 12.30 and 14.00 - 17.00 Germany, at 18:30; admission is free. W1= Beach Trousers W2 = Summer Shoes www.design-museum.de

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Augusta Raurica Augst, Baselland The archeological ruins of this Roman settlement, only 20 minutes from Basel, are still continually being excavated to uncover life as it was in Ro- man times. In addition to the ruins you can visit, the site also houses a museum that displays the artifacts discovered here; a theater with occa- sional concerts, plays, and other events; and an animal park that is open year-round to the public. From May to October, Augusta Raurica is also hosting a variety of workshops and activities for families to get fun hands-on experience while learning about life in Roman times. You can find a list of these events on their website. www.augustaraurica.ch/en

young French artist Jérôme Zonder will rouse the undead with a series of mischievous images snatched from real life. His installation of draw- ings assembles interpretations of the TV series “The Walking Dead”— with scenes of violence or the aftermath of accidents and disasters masquerading as innocuous children’s games. The Tinguely Museum Basel will be giving a short English-language tour of this exhibit at 13:00. Admission to the museum costs CHF 15 for adults; free for kids ages 16 and under when accompanied by an adult, otherwise CHF 10. The cost of the tour is included in the entrance fee. www.tinguely.ch

English Storytelling August 26 From 10:30–12:00, the JUKIBU library, in cooperation with the Basel Children’s Trust (BCT), will be hosting a storytelling event in English for parents with toddlers. Cost is free and no registration is required. For a

Tour—Wim Delvoye August 8 Since the late 1980s, Belgian artist Wim Delvoye has been known for works that rest on intelligently witty admixtures of the profane with the sublime, where tradition clashes with utopia and craftsmanship with Computer Support in english high-tech. The Tinguely Museum Basel will be giving a short English- Dipl. PC/LAN Supporter language tour at 13:00 of their current special exhibit that is showcas- ing the whole range of Delvoye’s work from his early days to the pres- Mac & Windows ent. Admission to the museum costs CHF 15 for adults; free for kids ages 16 and under when accompanied by an adult, otherwise CHF 10. Basel & Region The cost of the tour is included in the entrance fee. www.tinguely.ch » Mobile: 078 892 02 19 » [email protected] Tour—Jérôme Zonder. The Dancing Room » www.dccs.ch August 22 To mark the opening of Jean Tinguely’s “Mengele-Totentanz” (Mengele Dance of Death) in the Museum Tinguely’s new exhibition space, the

30 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com full schedule of their foreign-language events, please see their website and their Facebook page (www.facebook.com/jukibu). www.jukibu.ch

Art Classes and Workshops for Kids K’Werk is an organization that offers creative classes and workshops Basel, our beloved smallish, big city, offers an interesting mix of for kids and teens throughout the year. They will be offering several modern architecture; historical buildings; and quaint cobble- classes for youths, including film/video, comic/illustration, game de- stone streets riddled with artistic sculptures, curious statues, sign, experimentation workshops, painting, cartoons, computer ani- colorful murals, historical fountains, intricately detailed mail- mation, fabric and yarn, as well as a class on different printing tech- boxes, and other such works of art. A short walk through any niques. These German-language classes are highly prized and start at part of town will have you discovering interesting and artistic the end of August, so don’t delay and sign up now. You can find a com- gems at every corner. plete list of classes, dates, times, locations, and age groups, as well as register on their website. How well do you know Basel? Check out the “Where in Basel?” picture in each issue and if you recognize the location you have a www.kwerk.ch chance to win a fabulous price. If you think you know where this month’s picture was taken, send us an email at [email protected] Electronics and Technical Classes for Youths with the subject title “Where in Basel?” by Tuesday, July 4. Among the respondents, we will raffle off a family ticket for four people The Jugend Elektronik & Technikzentrum (JETZ) is an organization that to the Europa Park. We will then post the solution on our Face- offers electronic and technical workshops and classes for youths to book page (www.facebook.com/basellifemagazine). develop interests and talents that meet the requirements of Switzer- land’s high-tech industry and thus contribute to securing the Swiss Good Luck! workplace. There are new evening classes for beginners ages 13–18 Solution to last month’s “Where in Basel?”: The image showed the that start at the end of August in either Basel (on Mondays or Wednes- “Janus” sculpture at Totentanz. Congratulations to Marci B. and Ryan days), Muttenz (Tuesdays), or Windisch, Aargau (Mondays). Spaces go A. for winning the gift certificates from Orell Füssli and Bider & Tanner. quickly, so register now on their website. www.jetz.ch

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Open-Air Music Festivals Each summer, many open-air festivals featuring world-renowned acts of many different musical styles take place all over Switzerland. The following is not a comprehensive list, but includes the festivals closest to Basel, as well as some of the more important ones further afield. For most of these events parking is limited, so taking the train is recommended. The SBB offers special “Railaway-Kombi” tickets or discounted train tickets to many of these festivals; simply ask at your SBB ticket office. In addition, many festivals are sponsored by Migros and you can get 20% off ticket prices by ordering them via the Migros website (www.migros.ch/cumulus-ticketshop) and entering your Migros Cumulus number.

...... Name: Z7 Summer Nights 2017 Name: Summerstage Date: June 28 – August 20 Date: July 6–8 Location: Pratteln Location: Park Im Grünen, Basel Distance from Basel: Pratteln is easily accessible from Basel by car or Description: This is a three-day event train. The festival takes place both inside and outside of the Konzert- with two acts each on Thursday and Fri- fabrik Z7, which can be reached by train (8-minute walk from Pratteln day nights and five acts on Saturday. The train station); tram 14 (10-minute walk from the last stop, Pratteln venue opens at 17:30 on Thursday and Endstation); or bus 80 (stop Münchacker) or bus 83 (stop Grüssen/ Friday and at 15:30 on Saturday. Concert Bahnhof). grounds can be reached by tram 14. Description: This festival is special because it includes both open-air Line-Up: Passenger, Lo & Leduc, Pegasus, Lovebugs, and more. and indoor events. The program includes something for everyone, from Tickets: Tickets are CHF 75–80 for all concerts on the day and are avail- metal, rock, and rap to blues and soul. able at www.actnews.ch. Line-Up: The Cult, Alter Bridge, Evanescence, Uriah Heep, Joss Stone, Website: www.summerstage.ch Marillion, Megadeth, and many more...... Tickets: Tickets cost from CHF 39.50–75.00 and can be purchased at Name: Live at Sunset www.z-7.ch. Date: July 6–22 Website: www.z-7.ch/z7summernights2017.php Location: Zürich, ZH ...... Distance from Basel: About 1 hour from Basel; it is best to go by train Name: Montreux Jazz Festival and then take the tram or bus to Römerhof and the Dolderbahn train up Date: June 30 – July 15 to the festival area at the top of the mountain. Location: Montreux, VD Description: This first-class open-air festival takes place in a scenic Distance from Basel: About wooded area at Zürich’s Adlisberg, with incredible views of the city and 2.5 hours; best to go by train as sunset (hence the name). The venue opens at 18:00; concerts start at parking is limited. Special train 20:00 and end at 23:00; catering from some of Zürich’s finest restau- discounts apply for the festival, rants will be available until 24:00. and the train station is only a Line-Up: Mary J. Blige, Elton John, Jamie Cullum, Ronan Keating, Katie few minutes’ walk from the fes- Melua, Norah Jones, and more. tival sites. Tickets: Tickets range from CHF 60–330, depending on the day and Description: Since 1967, the seating category, and are available at www.starticket.ch. Montreux Jazz Festival has be- Website: www.liveatsunset.ch come a “must” for music fans in Switzerland and around the world, each year offering an im- pressive line-up of acts from many different musical styles. There will be hundreds of paid and free concerts in numerous venues, including concert halls, outdoor stages, boats, trains, two palaces, a hotel, a castle, and many parks. Line-Up: Herbie Hancock, Beth Ditto, Pet Shop Boys, Mø, Emeli Sandé, Macy Gray, Tom Jones, John Newman, Bryan Ferry, Erykah Badu, Pas- senger, and many more. Tickets: Tickets are CHF 45–355 and can be purchased through www.montreuxjazzfestival.com. Website: www.montreuxjazzfestival.com

32 Basel Life Magazine / www.basellife.com ...... Name: Stimmenfestival Date: July 6–30 Location: Lörrach, Germany (and other locations in Switzerland and France) Distance from Basel: All locations are within 45 minutes from Basel. Description: This year marks the 23rd edition of the Stimmenfestival, a multi-country festival that hosts numerous concerts featuring performers from the national and international music scene, including Grammy-Award winners and top stars of rock and pop music, classical music, and jazz. Line-Up: Chaka Khan, Tom Odell, ZZ Top, Grace Jones, Nina Attal, and many more. Tickets: Tickets cost € 24–58 for individual concerts; location passes and combi-tickets are also available at www.stimmen.com. Website: www.stimmen.com

...... Name: Paléo Festival Date: July 18–23 ...... Location: Nyon, VD Name: Stars of Sound Distance from Basel: About 2.5 hours from Basel by car or 2 hours 45 minutes by train; the festival site is about 30 minutes’ walk from the Date: July 7 and 8 Nyon train station; there are also free busses. Location: Murten, FR Description: This festival, which started in 1976, is one of Europe’s Distance from Basel: About 1.5 hours by car, or you can take the train most important music events and the largest festival in Switzerland, to Murten. with styles ranging from pop, rock, funk, and hip hop to world music, Description: The concerts take place on the festival grounds right by the French chanson, jazz, and classic. Each year, more than 250 concerts Murtensee, 5 minutes away from the center of the picturesque town. and shows are on offer for the 230,000 visitors who fill the festival site situated above the town of Nyon, near Lake Leman. Line-Up: Amy Macdonald, Alan Walker, and more. Line-Up: Red Hot Chili Peppers, Arcade Fire, Macklemore & Ryan Lew- Tickets: One-day passes are from CHF 89.95 on Friday and from is, Justice, Jamiroquai, Kaleo, Midnight Oil, and many more. CHF 79.90 on Saturday; 2-day passes are CHF 136.90; they can be pur- Tickets: While tickets are officially sold out, you may still be able to get chased through www.ticketcorner.ch; combination train–concert tick- some through their ticket market (http://yeah.paleo.ch/en/ticket- ets can be purchased at all SBB stations. market). One-day tickets are CHF 78. Website: www.starsofsound.ch ...... Website: http://yeah.paleo.ch/en Name: Moon&Stars Name: Blue Balls Festival Date: July 14–22 Date: July 21–29 Location: Locarno, TI Location: Luzern, LU Distance from Basel: About 3 hours by car; it is best to take the train to Distance from Basel: About 1 hour Locarno, especially with the new Gotthard tunnel open; the venue is Description: This is one of Switzerland’s largest and most renowned about 500 m from the main station. music and arts festivals, bringing together pop, blues, rock, jazz, soul, Description: The concerts take place each evening on the Piazza Grande funk, and world music as well as photography, art, video, film, and talk in the center of town (which is depicted on the new CHF 20 bill). The shows. Against the backdrop of the one-of-a-kind scenery around the venue, which accommodates about 12,000 spectators, opens at 19:00 Vierwaldstättersee (Lake Lucerne), concerts take place on numerous and concerts begin at 20:00. stages in and around the KKL (Kultur- und Kongresszentrum Luzern), Line-Up: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Zucchero, LP, Grace Jones, Sting, the outdoor pavilion, and the Schweizerhof hotel. Tom Odell, Amy Macdonald, Imagine Dragons, and many more. Line-Up: Sam Henshaw, Macy Gray, John Newman, Peter Doherty, Patti Tickets: Tickets start at CHF 98.90 and are available through Ticketcorner Smith, Laurel, Boy, and many more. (www.ticketcorner.ch). Tickets: Tickets cost CHF 70–175 and are available at www.starticket.ch. Website: www.moonandstars.ch Website: www.blueballs.ch photo credits: © gurtenfestival; © emeli sandé; © pegasus; © live at sunset; © juri junkov (stimmenfestival); © moon&stars festival July / August 2017 33 Summer Special (continued)

Tickets: One-day passes are CHF 15 on Thursday, CHF 35 on Friday, and CHF 45 on Saturday; 2-day passes (Friday/Saturday) are CHF 55, and 3-day passes are CHF 65; they can be purchased through www. starticket.ch. Tickets are CHF 5 more if purchased on site; STUcard holders get a CHF 5 discount at the door and Colour Key holders get a CHF 5 discount on multi-day passes at the door. Website: www.openairbs.ch

...... Name: Stars in Town Date: August 8–12 Location: Schaffhausen, SH Distance from Basel: About 1.5 hours by car; there is a large parking garage under the festival square itself. You can also take the train to Schaffhau- sen and reach the festival square in 10 minutes by bus 3, 4, or 6 (stop called Schützenhaus). Description: The festival takes place on the Herrenacker Square in the center of the old town of Schaffhausen, one of the most beautiful squares in German Switzerland. Grounds open at 17:30 on Tuesday to Friday and 16:30 on Saturday. The festival also includes a family festival with fun for the whole family at Fronwagplatz on Saturday, August 12, from 10:00 (free entry), as well as after-show events on Tuesday, Wednesday, ...... and Friday. Name: Heitere Open Air Line-Up: TOTO, Roger Hodgson, Lovebugs, Bryan Adams, George Ezra, Date: August 11–13 Mark Forster, Emeli Sandé, Pegasus, and more. Location: Zofingen, AG Tickets: Day passes cost CHF 93.00 and can be purchased through www.starticket.ch or www.ticketcorner.ch. Distance from Basel: Zofingen is about 45 minutes from Basel by car (CHF 10 parking) or 42 minutes by train; there will be free shuttle bus- Website: www.starsintown.ch es between the train station and the parking lot and the festival grounds...... Description: At this 26th edition of the festival, 29 bands will be playing Name: Open Air Basel on 3 stages over the course of 3 days. Date: August 10–12 Line-Up: Jain, Wiz Califa, Mark Forster, Icona Pop, Pegasus, Lo & Location: Kaserne, Basel Leduc, and more. Description: Open Air Basel offers nine different bands playing over the Tickets: You can buy day passes for Friday (CHF 90), Saturday (CHF 100), course of three days. Concerts on Friday and Saturday are preceded by and Sunday (CHF 80), 2-day passes for CHF 140–150, or 3-day passes a free afternoon dance party (“NomiDance”) at 14:00 and followed by for CHF 185. an indoor after-show at 0:15. Viva con Agua will be present to offer a Note: At the same venue, there will be a “Super Tuesday” on August 8 range of creative educational activities and original fundraising events featuring Bryan Adams and Seven, and a “Magic Night” on August 9 around the theme of clean drinking water worldwide. featuring TOTO, Roger Hodgson, Philipp Fankhauser, and Stiller Has. Line-Up: Fai Baba, Sinkane, Bilderbuch, Chinese Man, Mammút, Al- Website: www.heitere.ch lah-Las, Archive, and more.

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...... Name: Zürich Openair Date: August 23–26 Location: Zürich, ZH Distance from Basel: About 1 hour Description: The concerts with up to 10 bands each day take place at the festival grounds at Glattbrugg/Rümlang. Line-Up: Mumford & Sons, Major Lazer, Kygo, The XX, Birdy, The Prod- igy, and many more. Tickets: You can buy day passes for 1 day (CHF 95), 2 days (CHF 149), 3 days (CHF 189), or 4 days (CHF 219); tickets can be purchased through https://ticket.zurichopenair.ch...... Website: www.zurichopenair.ch Name: Summer Days Festival Date: August 25 and 26 Location: Arbon, SG Distance from Basel: About 2 hours from Basel by car or 3 hours by train. Festival grounds are located 10 minutes from the festival parking lot and a 5-minute walk from the main train station. Wishing you wonderful Summer holidays Description: This festival is known for its fantastic location, directly on filled with new adventures! the shores of Lake Constance. Come back refreshed and we will be Line-Up: Ellie Goulding, Status Quo, UB 40, Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, The Hooters, Tom Odell, Stress, Rea Garvey, Pegasus, and more. waiting for you with a new semester filled Tickets: One-day passes are CHF 95 and 2-day passes are CHF 170; with dancing, singing and fun. they are available at www.starticket.ch or www.ticketcorner.ch; com- th bination train–concert tickets can be purchased at all SBB stations. Fall classes begin August 28 . Website: http://summerdays.ch www.kidsmusic.ch

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provide cyclists and pedestrians with a double-decker London Bus that has been totally redesigned inside with panoramic windows and comfortable seating for optimal viewing and is equipped with a bar. Tickets for the bus are available for CHF 15 for evening shows and CHF 10 for midnight films. The drive-in cinema will be located in Pratteln, just a few meters past the Pratteln exit from the A2 motorway. Films are shown on Friday and Saturday night; check their website for a list of films, times, and dates. Many films are in English with German subtitles. Book your tickets directly online and save money with their movie & food combo. Burgfestspiele Rötteln (Open-Air Theater) www.cinema-drive-in.ch June 23 – August 5 If you’d like to spend a pleasant evening watching a play on an open- Dance Night air stage in the romantic surroundings of old castle ruins, you can July 8; August 19 visit the Burgruine Rötteln (Rötteln castle ruins) above Lörrach, Germany, this summer. Every Friday and Saturday night, they are “Tanznacht40” dance parties are for those who have at least 40 years showing Oscar Wilde’s play “Ein idealer Gatte” (An Ideal Husband). under their belts. The events run from 21:00–03:00 at Club One (at Kas- Oscar Wilde, in his immensely sharp-tongued manner, describes a erne) on July 8 with DJ Da Bass, and on August 19 with DJ Bruno. political intrigue in London staged at the end of the 19th century. Friends, couples, and singles are welcome; admission is CHF 15. “An Ideal Husband” is a comedy, a society satire, a political thriller, www.tanznacht40.ch and a love story! Shows begin at 20:15; tickets are € 10-15. www.burgfestspiele-roetteln.de George Benson July 10 Aerosmith American guitarist and singer- July 5 songwriter George Benson start- The American rock band Aerosmith, now in their 47th year, is one of the ed playing jazz guitar at a very most sought-after live acts in the world. Between lead singer and lady young age. A former child prodi- killer Steven Tyler; guitar god Joe Perry; and the exquisite rhythm sec- gy, he played with greats like tion of Tom Hamilton on bass, Brad Whitford on guitar, and drummer Jack McDuff, Lou Donaldson, and Joey Kramer, they will bring the hall to a boil. With classic songs like Miles Davis before branching off “Dream on,” “Angel,” “Janie’s got a gun,” “Crazy,” and “Walk this way,” on his own and alternating be- it is no wonder they have sold over 100 million records, won 4 Grammy tween genres like pop, jazz, R&B, Awards and 12 MTV Awards, and been inducted into the Rock and Roll and scat singing. Unforgettable Hall of Fame. If you would like to see Aerosmith on stage, this “Fare- songs like “On Broadway,” well Tour” is likely your last opportunity, so catch them at the Hallen- “Breezin,” “This masquerade,” stadion in Zürich in July; tickets start at CHF 136.90 and are going fast! and “Give me the night,” made him a superstar, winning him one Gram- my after another. The now 73-year old George Benson, with his smooth www.ticketcorner.ch guitar sound and velvety voice, will be coming to the Kongresshaus in Zürich for one night; tickets are CHF 61.60–131.90. Drive-In Cinema www.ticketcorner.ch July 7 – August 5 Want to be catapulted back in time, into a world where you can marvel Steve Winwood at a 25 meter movie screen from the comfort of your car? Come and July 11 enjoy classic films, cult films, and blockbusters as well as culinary delicacies from the 50’s. Pretty girls on roller skates will serve you cheese- His career spans 5 decades and burgers, hot dogs, and milkshakes, and boys will serve you popcorn at Rolling Stone magazine ranked your car window. Cost is CHF 30 for a car with one person, plus CHF 10 him number 33 on the list of the per additional person. VIP tickets are also available that include food, 100 best singers of all time. Steve drinks, two glasses of Prosecco, unlimited popcorn, and even a wind- Winwood is an icon of popular mu- shield wash! Don’t have a car? No problem! This drive-in cinema will sic with songs like “Gimme some lovin,” which was later covered by the Blues Brothers, and “Higher love,” which are among the most famous pieces of pop history. He was also a studio musician for many greats, including Jimi Hen- drix, The Who, Tina Turner, and James Brown. Four years after his last inspiring concert in Zürich, Winwood returns with an even stronger band to give an exclusive concert in the Klubsaal of the Kaufleuten. His fans can expect some classics from Traffic, Blind Faith, and the Spencer Davis Group, as well as many songs from his successful solo career. Concert starts at 20:00 and tickets are CHF 81.90 for standing room only. www.ticketcorner.ch

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Musical—Evita July 11–16 “Evita” is one of the biggest and most successful musicals in history, immortalizing the thrilling story, radiant beauty, stylish appearance, and fascinating charisma of Eva Perón, second wife of Argentine presi- dent Juan Perón. With “Evita,” the acclaimed authors Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice have created a real masterpiece with irresistible compositions and one of the most important musical hits of all time, “Don’t cry for me Argentina.” “Evita” honors the touching story of an extraordinary woman, her incredible rise from simple girl to the most powerful woman and icon of Argentina. The official production was overwhelmingly successful in Great Britain and Germany with elegant choreographies, opulent equipment, and an outstanding orchestra. Swiss audiences will be able to enjoy eight performances of this multi- award-winning masterpiece at the Musical Theater in Basel. Tickets are CHF 49.40–119.90 for adults, with a 30% reduction for students, and a 50% reduction for kids under age 16. www.ticketcorner.ch

Midnight Oil returns to Switzerland after sold–out guest performances. There will July 12 be seven performances at the Musical Theater in Basel; tickets are CHF 59.60–129.90, half-price for children under age 16. About 15 years after their dissolution, the Australian rock band Midnight Oil will reunite and go on their big “The Great Circle 2017” tour. With su- www.ticketcorner.ch perhits from the 80s like “Beds are burning,” Midnight Oil was not only one of the most popular but also the most politically charged Australian rock band of their time. They supported indigenous rights and propa- gated an anti-war stance, and this time-intensive political commitment of band leader Peter Garrett eventually led to the dissolution of the band in 2002. Following many years as Environmental Minister and Minister of Education, Garrett resurrects his former band and will make one stop in Switzerland, at the Volkshaus Zürich, as part of this world tour. Stand- ing-room tickets are CHF 62 in advance or CHF 67 at the door. www.goodnews.ch

Alvin Ailey—American Dance Theater July 25–30 The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is a living symbol for the joy of life. Its outstanding dancers perform on stage with singular beauty, grace, elegance, strength, and with outstanding perfection—touching, stirring, and with their whole soul. With the founding of his dance company, Alvin Ailey changed the world of dance more than 50 years ago. The incomparable international dance company was bestowed the most prestigious awards for their artistic merits and was named “Cul- tural Ambassador to the World,” the official cultural representative of the United States. Now the internationally most successful U.S. dance company—one of the most prestigious dance ensembles in the world—

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Concerts on the Rhein July 25 – August 12 “Im Fluss” is a series of concerts played every night on a large stage floating near the Mittlere Brücke on the Kleinbasel side of the Rhein. “Culture for all” is the credo that has remained true since this concert series began in the year 2000. This year, they are bringing 17 free concerts to the floating stage during the 3 most beautiful weeks of summer. With the hottest music, the coldest drinks, and the haunting view of the Münster silhouette lit up across the Rhein, this magical atmosphere at- tracts Baslers in droves to the Rhein’s edge. They can listen to an exciting line-up of national and international bands and soloists. The floating stage also offers a platform to present as yet unknown artists to a wider audience. Concerts start at nightfall, around 20:30 or 21:00, and usually last until about 22:00. No tickets needed; simply find a place to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. Visit their website for a list of the bands. www.imfluss.ch

Federleicht zum Tanz (Dancing Light Like a Feather) Symphony Concert—Fontane di Roma August 12 August 30 In the first concert of the 2017–2018 season, the Kammerorchester Ba- The Sinfonieorchester Basel is starting the 2017–2018 season with a sel (Chamber Orchestra Basel), with pianist Piotr Anderszewski, will classic of modernity. The French visionary and sound researcher be playing Gymnopédie nos 1 and 3 by Erik Satie, as well as works by Edgard Varèse brings together a total of 14 different percussion instru- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Francis Poulenc. The concert will be at ments for his composition “Intégrales.” This creates a unique room- the Martinskirche at 19:30, with a pre-concert introduction by SRF2 sound experience. The three works of the season-opening concert moderator Benjamin Herzog at 18:45; tickets are CHF 38–80, half price show how different music can sound despite its contemporary forma- for students. tion. While the avant-garde Varèse in “Intégrales” transmits his vision of spatial sound inspired by synthetic music to a conventional concert www.kammerorchesterbasel.ch setting, the traditionalist Respighi, in the 3rd movement of the “Pini di Roma,” lets the song of the nightingale play from a tape recording. With Basel’s Outdoor Jazz Fest the “Fontane di Roma” and the “Pini di Roma,” the Sinfonieorchester Basel invites you to take a stroll through the eternal city. On the way, August 18 you stop at the Trevi Fountain, walk past children playing, and finally This year marks the 34th edition of the must-experience “Em Bebbi sy reach the catacombs. The program is rounded out by Rachmaninov’s Jazz”—the outdoor jazz event that takes place in Basel every year on a “Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini,” in which new and traditional sound Friday night in late August. From 18:00 until about 01:00, dozens of jazz worlds meet when Cameron Carpenter plays his electronically ampli- groups, including street bands and choirs with over 500 musicians and fied organ. The world-renowned musician has been traveling from one singers, will play on several stages set up throughout the city’s center. concert hall to the next with his International Touring Organ for the last The festival locations range from the central post office, Marktplatz, three years. This rhapsody, which was created on Lake Lucerne, musi- Fischmarkt, Rümelinsplatz, Gerbergasse, and Leonhardskirchplatz to cally traces a dance of the violinist Paganini with the devil. The concert Gemsberg, Heuberg, Spalenberg, and Nadelberg. All concerts are free! will take place at the Musical Theater in Basel at 19:30 with a pre- Simply roam around town and stop and listen to what you like. Various concert introduction (in German) in the foyer at 18:30. Tickets are drink and food stands are set up around the city center, making for a CHF 50-110, half price for students, and can be purchased through fun evening out. Tip: The event is very crowded, so don’t bring a stroller! Bider & Tanner at Aeschenplatz. www.embebbisyjazz.ch www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch

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Open-Air Allianz Cinema Basel August 3–27 For nearly four weeks each summer, the Münsterplatz is transformed into a large outdoor cinema, with an enormous screen and proper seating. Named after its main sponsor, Allianz Cinema will be presenting evening movies that include new releases, classics, a “surprise” night where the movie title is not unveiled until the presentation, as well as a night especially designated for families. Movies are always shown in their original language, with German and (if available) French subtitles. Site and beer garden open at 19:00. Be sure to get there early as the seats are not numbered and are available on a first-come-first-served basis. As this is an open-air cinema, the seating area is not covered, but the films will be presented irrespective of weather. Note that the gastronomy area closes just prior to the presentation of the movie. You can buy your tickets online or at the box office on the spot. If you really want to do this in style, you can always choose to get a SonntagsZeitung Ticket Upgrade for an additional CHF 15, which entitles you to a glass of prosecco, reserved seats at the restaurant "Zum Isaak" with a view of the screen (food is extra), an Allianz Cinema blanket, and reserved seats in the best location; for this option, go to www.sonntagszeitung.ch/ allianzcinema. The program will be published on June 28. Tickets are CHF 10 (CHF 15 for pre-premieres) and will be available from July 21. Visit their website for more information on this event and for a complete list of the movie dates and times. www.allianzcinema.ch/basel

Bird’s Eye Jazz Club If you enjoy listening to live jazz over a drink, you should check out the bird’s eye jazz club. This quaint club is located at Kohlenberg 20, a short walk up from Barfüsserplatz, and features a variety of national and international jazz bands. The club is open from 20:00–23:30, with two live BASEL’S SWISS sets per night, the first at 20:30 and the second starting at 21:45. Ad- mission costs about CHF 8–24, depending on the band; tickets are valid ENGLISH SPEAKING for the whole evening on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or for one set on Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets can be reserved online at DENTIST [email protected] or by phone at 061-263-3341 from Monday to Fri- day until 17:00. Simply leave your name, number, number of guests, Dr. med. med. dent. and set you would like to attend, and pick up your tickets at least 10 minutes before the concert starts. Note that your reservation is only valid if Christoph Villiger MD DDS you received a confirmation, but you can always buy a ticket on the spot, space permitting. Apart from a summer break from July 24 to August 8, there is a terrific line-up of concerts this summer; check out their Latest Cutting-Edge website for detailed information. Dental Technologies www.birdseye.ch

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Mark Your Calendar! September 2017 Highlights

Youth Culture Festival September 1 and 2 Circus Nock September 19 – October 11 Street Food Festival September 1–3 Children’s Flea Market September 20 "Basel for Newcomers" Tour September 2 Puppet Theater Festival September 21–24 Day of the Cinema September 3 150-Year Anniversary Fest September 23 Musik Akademie Basel Clean-Up Days 2017 September 8–9 Squash Festival September 23 and 24 Mobility Week September 11–17 IWB Basel Marathon September 24 Auto Basel September 14–17 Slow-Up September 17

Ticket Office: Get Your Tickets Now! Who Where When Tickets

Jethro Tull Riverside Openair Aarburg September 1 www.starticket.ch

Robbie Williams Letzigrund Stadion, Zürich September 2 www.ticketcorner.ch

Eric Burdon and the Animals / Kim Wilde Riverside Openair Aarburg September 3 www.starticket.ch

Neil Diamond Hallenstadion, Zürich September 13 www.ticketcorner.ch

Lady Gaga Hallenstadion, Zürich September 24 www.ticketcorner.ch

Blue Man Group Theater 11, Zürich October 3–29 www.ticketcorner.ch

Diana Krall Samsung Hall, Zürich October 5 www.ticketcorner.ch

Cirque du Soleil—OVO Hallenstadion, Zürich October 5–8 www.ticketcorner.ch

Brit Floyd Immersion World Tour 2017 Musical Theater, Basel October 26 www.ticketcorner.ch

Gorillaz Samsung Hall, Zürich November 8 www.ticketcorner.ch

James Blunt Hallenstadion, Zürich November 9 www.ticketcorner.ch

Musical—Wicked Theater 11, Zürich November 15 – December 31 www.ticketcorner.ch

Jamiroquai Hallenstadion, Zürich November 18 www.ticketcorner.ch

Musical—Dirty Dancing Musical Theater, Basel November 21 – December 3 www.ticketcorner.ch

Al Di Meola Acoustic Duo Volkshaus, Basel March 9, 2018 www.ticketcorner.ch

The Big Andrew Lloyd Webber Gala Musical Theater, Basel March 23, 2018 www.ticketcorner.ch

Lord of the Dance 2018 Musical Theater, Basel March 24-25, 2018 www.ticketcorner.ch