Rheinfähre
Rheinfähre
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The four Rhine ferries cross the Rhein on four different places Contact: St. Alban Fähre: 0041 79 659 63 66 Münster-Fähre: 0041 77 400 65 41 Klingental-Fähre: 0041 79 659 63 67 St.Johan-Fähre: 0041 79 659 63 68
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scampbell000
Valencian Community, Spain29 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
This was great fun we had a river trip on the Ryhtaxi called a Prosecco Tour. The weather was not great but the trip was really enjoyable and we had a great skipper with great knowledge about the area . Really recommend it and the price is very reasonable . Something to enjoy even if the weather is unsettled .
Written 20 February 2020
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Susan
Basel, Switzerland79 contributions
Jul 2019
I see this is very highly rated - by me also. Note that this is not a fancy boat ride. This is a 5-10 minute ride from one side of Basel to the other. But it's quiet and charming. The boat moves by the strength of the current and a rudder - not with any motor. And each ride has no more than a handful of people. So it's very relaxing. Charming.
Written 1 June 2020
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Phantimeyer
Stuttgart, Germany91 contributions
Jul 2020
A must do, especially now when there are fewer tourists. We crossed twice and were alone both times. Gave a chance to chat with the ferrymen. The boats are 100% clean, use the energy of the river to push them across. The view up from the water is a perspective you don't a chance to enjoy.
Written 21 August 2020
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Nad.
World748 contributions
Mar 2018 • Solo
The small ferry in Basel crosses the river back and forth very calm and smoothly. You feel that you have been returned to the Middle Ages. Very excellent experience for tourists.
Written 12 February 2019
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Hong Kong, China6,080 contributions
Aug 2019 • Family
Rheinfähre is a ferry ride in Rhein River. If you ask me is this worth it.... I would say if you decided to pay for whole boat and propose, it's definitely worth. But I think walking around the river bank is good enough. And it's unnecessary to take a boat ride if you are not staying in Basel for few days and run out of activity.
Written 28 August 2019
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Mohan
Anytown, USA288 contributions
Apr 2013 • Family
I had seen the ferry from up the bridge and from the shore and decided to take a ride. It is certainly a quaint old way of crossing the Rhine. Takes you back to the time before mechanized travel!
Written 8 November 2013
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Wooster, OH4,708 contributions
Sept 2015 • Solo
Basel is sitting on an important strategic location and a global center for scientific research and development. Although it is not as popular as cities of Geneva, Zurich or Lucerne, it has its own charming characters and easy going atmosphere, not so touristy. The Rhein River flows through the city- not only divides the city in two parts, but also shares the body water with the neighboring countries- Germany and France- at the the Dreiländereck, a monument in Basel, Switzerland where Germany, France and Switzerland meet. Riding on one of the four crossing Rhein motor-less boats is an affordable experience that you don't want to miss.The single ride is 1.60 CHF. Each boat is guided by a long steel cable that hung and supported between two opposite sides of the river bank, and moved by the river currents below the boat. The steel cable that tied to the boat keeps it from drifting away. There are 4 river crossing lines; each serving at different part of the Rhein. I boarded the schifflände that is closed to the Mittlere Brücke; on the side after past the complex of Hotel Les Trois Rois. The afternoon sun made the ride very pleasant with sunny side views of the Mittlere Brücke. Riding is smooth and short. Fare is cheap, therefore no discount with the Swiss halfcard. You pay after you board. Riding this boat on a clear warm day is a nice choice while visiting Basel. To get there, take any city tram or bus that stops at Rheingasse, walk toward Mittlere Brücke(but do not go pass it.). Go down steps to your right side of the river bank; for about 300 meters you will see boat crossing or landing point at your side of the schifflände.
Written 28 September 2015
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jazzminetea
Valencia, Spain45 contributions
Oct 2012 • Family
Four tiny pedestrian manual, flow-driven ferries across the Rhine link the two halves of Basel (Grossbasel & Kleinbasel). Ever since I was a kid, these were a favorite place of mine. In summer, we often took it and then jumped into the water half way through the trip (which is strictly forbidden by the way). It's like a time travel, strong sensations, a magnificent view of Basel up and downstream, and these curious, fascinating personalities that the ferry men usually are. You completely slow down mentally, like in meditation, and yet it's very fast and efficient: in ten minutes you're on the other side. In fact, I often do a to-fro-to, just to prolong the pleasure. The Münsterfähri is the most popular, but they're all really cool. Small fee.
Written 8 November 2012
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ursbruno
Basel, Switzerland108 contributions
Oct 2019
These traditional ferry boats are charming. You can integrate the Rhine crossings into your down town visit. After visiting the cathedral and beautiful Münsterplatz surrounded by medieval buildings you can descend to the Münster Fähre Leu (lion) and cross the river with the water power of the flowing water. On the other side (Kleinbasel) you can walk along medieval houses to the Rhine bridge(Mittlere Brugg) and cross back into the town center to the market place with the red house (Rotshus).
Written 23 March 2020
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Christian P
London, UK55 contributions
Aug 2017 • Friends
A must whilst in Basel. Amazing to see the boats and how the current is used to propel them.
Great views of the river, the architecture and scenery. Although short it feels like it adds some adventure to what is simply crossing a river!
Great views of the river, the architecture and scenery. Although short it feels like it adds some adventure to what is simply crossing a river!
Written 9 August 2017
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Hello fellow travelers! Among the 4 Rhine ferries, which ferry would be the best to ride in terms of sight seeing and vantage views of scenery? Thank you for your input.
Written 10 February 2020
Hello, I would use the left and the right one from the old bridge (Mittlere Rheinbrücke) So you will have the nicest view to see the old town or the Münster (the old cathedral) and on both sides you can continue your sightseeing through Basel. And it's cheap anyway, you only pay about 4 $ for both rides per person. Hope it helped, wish you a great time here and best regards from a Basel citizen
Written 10 February 2020
Guten Tag, ich möchte gerne die Münsterfähre benützen. Wie häufig fährt die Fähre (zu bestimmten Zeiten?) und wie lange dauert dir Überfahrt?
Ich benötige diese Daten für die Planung. Danke.
Peter Wellauer
Written 25 July 2018
Bonjour,
Le ferry part pendant toute la journée.
Le voyage prend environ 10 mn.
Bon séjour
Written 1 August 2018
If I were to spend 2 days in Basel, what attractions would you recommend?
Regards,
Sam
Written 22 February 2018
We went on the trams - free, ask at your hotel for a travel card - encourages tourisim. The Rathaus is beautiful & well worth a visit, also the Basel Minster - be prepared to climb a lot of steps to the top though, but well worth it- the views are amazing! Get off the beaten track to the smaller cafe's & bars - much cheaper & we found more friendly. Beautiful city with lost to do.
Written 9 March 2018
Where do the Rhine River cruise ships dock? How far from the train station in Basel? Easiest way to get to the ship docks?
Written 20 January 2018
From Sbb Train Station You can take the Tram 8, 11 until schifflände. About 10 minutes
Written 21 January 2018
Hi, I will be visiting Basel on the 13th December. I would like to know if there is still the Christmas decorated ferry boat which cross the river? I have been looking on internet but I can't find anything about it.
Thank you.
Written 2 December 2017
Hi Anna Marie once again. You can try also the ferry boat “Klingental, Vogel Gryff” between Mittlere Brücke and Johanniterbrücke, that is very richly decorated again this year. Generally, the ferry boat operates daily from 11 am to 5 pm in Winter.
I wish You very pleasant stay in Basel.
Oleg
Written 2 December 2017
Salve, non è possibile pagare in euro?
Written 1 August 2017
Sì, per gli adulti 1.60 Euro, per gli bambini (2-11 anni) 0.80 Euro
Written 2 August 2017
Yes you can take a pram. You may want to sit closer to the cabin for shade, and its rarely windy to the point that water splashes on deck.
Written 10 July 2016
The price is so low, they do not have CC Preise - Einzelfahrt. Erwachsene, Fr. 1.60. Kinder, Fr. -.80. Kinderwagen, Fr. -.80. Velo, Fr. -.80. Hunde, Fr. -.80.
Written 2 August 2016
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