Timeline
15:50
Grab a coffee and a slice of cake at Zum Isaak. The square is bright and inviting, a perfect spot to warm up and people-watch before the light begins to fade.
16:35
Walk south to the Strassburger Denkmal. The monument faces west, offering an unobstructed view of the sky. Find a spot on the steps or the grass nearby to wait for the final minutes.
17:05
Watch the sun set toward the WSW at 17:05. The sky will turn shades of orange and purple behind the memorial. Stay for a few minutes as the blue hour settles in.
17:35
Head back toward the center to Unternehmen Mitte. This modern-style bar with lots of seating is open late. It is a great place to unwind, enjoy a drink, and reflect on the day.
Local tip
The walk from the museum to the memorial is about 15 minutes. If you want to extend the golden light experience, arrive at the memorial closer to 16:15 when the golden light starts.
Check before you go
- Zum Isaak is open until 23:30.
- Unternehmen Mitte is open until 00:00 on Sundays.
- The sunset is at 17:05 on 15 January 2027.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Basel (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).