Centres

Basel
Nestling in a bend of the river Rhine, Basle is one of the most important cities in Switzerland. Rich in tradition yet a city of the future, it dominates one of the most important Swiss industrial regions with around 1 million inhabitants. Basle’s international and yet truly European character is a result of its closeness to its two neighbours, Germany and France.

Freiburg

With 200,000 inhabitants, Freiburg is the cultural, economic and administrative centre of Southern Baden. Its city centre is only 50 kilometres from the Swiss border, and 25 kilometres from the French. For a long time, the city of Freiburg has had excellent cross-border relations.

Colmar

A city with many faces: looking towards Europe, its stunning old town has a distinct French charm. With close links to the rest of the region, Colmar also boasts a varied cultural calendar and is the wine capital of Alsace.

Mulhouse

One of the key centres of Alsace, Mulhouse is a lively city with a truly European spirit, as is reflected by the Place de l’Europe in the centre of town. It is of central importance, both culturally and economically, to the surrounding region. It also has close relations with the city of Freiburg, the town councillors of both cities coming together for a joint meeting at least once a year.