- Andrey Vasilyev
I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.
InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Basel
Hello to all Americans in Basel! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Basel? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Basel which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st￭ turkey?
There’s no doubt about it: Basel is one of the most liveable cities worldwide. The “Cultural Capital of Switzerland” is a multicultural city known for its pharmaceutical industry, an above-average quality of life, easy connections to neighboring France and Germany, and much more! With the efficient public transportation network consisting of tram as well as rural and urban bus lines, navigating your way around the city from one place to the next is simple. This also means that if you don’t want to live among the hustle and bustle of the center, you can enjoy a quieter life in neighborhoods such as Hirzbrunnen or even neighboring towns like Riehen, which are just a short commute away from Basel’s center.
Although Basel has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Basel, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.
Meet other Americans in Basel
Connect at Our Events in Basel
Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Basel. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Basel. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Basel.
Want to meet other Americans at our events?
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Find People Who Share Your Passions
Switzerland’s second-largest economic center, Basel can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!
Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Basel? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in Basel’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the “Cultural Capital of Switzerland” has to offer, from the Middle Bridge across the Rhine to the Spalentor, one of the three remaining city gates dating back to 1400, and much more.
Find other Americans to share your hobbies with
Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations
- Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Basel and connect with others.
- Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Basel.
- Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Basel and across the globe.
InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Basel Community today!
Meet Fellow Americans in Basel at Our Events
Our community in Basel is also very active offline. Our InterNations Ambassadors organize regular events and various expat activities, e.g. a dinner in Basel’s hippest restaurant or an outing with other American expats to explore the mountain resort of Zermatt. These activities are a casual way to get to know expats from the USA in your local community as well as Americans in Switzerland nationwide. Interested? Simply become a member and we’ll be happy to welcome you among our Americans living in Basel!
- Andrey Vasilyev
I was able to connect with other expats in Zurich who enjoy cycling as much as I do and organize weekly rides.
- Elin Gustavson
At the first InterNations event that I attended, I met my wonderful partner. We now live together in a flat next to the Limmat.
