Brutal Basel: The Essentials Tram Walk
Discover the trailblazers of early 20th-century concrete modernism and brutalist masterpieces from the 1960s and 1970s. The easy way – on foot and by tram. This leaves you with plenty of energy to enjoy Switzerland’s art and culture capital and discover its hidden gems along the route.
✅ Brutalism, architecture, art, culture, city experience
✅ 6 game-changing raw concrete icons from 1913 to the present day
✅ School of Art & Design Basel & Maurerhalle (1961), St Anthony’s Church (1927), University Library Basel (1968) and more!
✅ Learn about the buildings’ striking bios and fun facts
✅ Discover hidden Basel oases
🏛️ ✅ BOOK TOUR
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💡 GOOD TO KNOW
ALL TOURS
Our walks and rides go ahead in all weathers. However, if you prefer to avoid the rain, we can arrange an alternative date if possible
- Don’t forget to pack drinks and snacks
- Weatherproof clothing is recommended
BIKE TOURS
You can safely ride a bike in the city. Participants bring their own bicycles, e-bikes and helmets. In Zurich, ‘Züri rollt’ offers free city bikes (with a deposit) and e-bikes for CHF 30 per day. Other rental options in Zurich and Basel include PubliBike and Rent-a-Bike. International guests should enquire at the local tourist information office about special rental offers.
PAYMENT
Public tours: see programme
Private tours: advance payment. In exceptional cases, we also accept a deposit. Please contact us regarding payment terms
INSURANCE
Participants are responsible for their own insurance covering accidents, illness, theft, cancellation costs etc
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellations made between 120 and 60 days before the tour date will incur a service fee of 10% of the total amount
- Cancellations made between 60 and 30 days before the tour date incur a fee equivalent to 50% of the total amount
- Cancellations made fewer than 30 days before the tour date are not refundable
If we have to cancel the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, such as illness or accident etc:
1. The tour takes place on the agreed alternative date
2. If there is no alternative date, you will receive a full refund of any payments you have already made within five working days of us cancelling your tour