Where is Basel?
Basel is a city in Basel-City, Switzerland. Its population is about 177,595 inhabitants. It is located near Stuttgart (181 km) and Zuerich (76 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Basel located?
Basel is a city in Basel-City, Switzerland, located at 47.5584°N, 7.5733°E.
Which country is Basel in?
Basel is in Switzerland.
What is the population of Basel?
The population of Basel is approximately 177,595 inhabitants.
What region is Basel in?
Basel is located in the Basel-City region of Switzerland.
How far is Basel from Bern?
Basel is approximately 69 km from Bern, the capital of Switzerland.
What time zone is Basel in?
Basel is in the Europe/Zurich time zone.
What are the coordinates of Basel?
The geographic coordinates of Basel are 47.5584°N, 7.5733°E.
What cities are near Basel?
Cities near Basel include: Stuttgart, Zuerich, Karlsruhe, Strasbourg.
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