Münster ferry "Leu", Southern Landing - Basel, Switzerland
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member fi67
N 47° 33.415 E 007° 35.576
32T E 394144 N 5268014
A reactive cable ferry in Basel, Switzerland
Waymark Code: WM7QTK
Location: Basel Stadt, Switzerland
Date Posted: 11/24/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Dorcadion Team
Views: 22

This ferry is a reactive cable ferry, i.e. it has no engine of any kind but uses the power of the current to get across the river. It connects the Münster hill with the Northern quarter between Wettsteinbrücke and Mittlere Rheinbrücke.

It is a pedestrians ferry used by tourists and locals likewise.

It was established in 1877. Transfer costs 1.60 CHF for adults. Daily service, except for floods.

Extended service on special events in the neighborhood.

There's a long stairway from the landing up to the Münster, so this ferry is not suitable for wheel chairs or children's push chairs.
Body of water served: Rhine

Places served:
Münster hill with the cathedral and several world famous museums


Terminal / landing address:
Basel, BS Switzerland
4051


Seasonal: no

Hours of operation (non-scheduled ferry service): From: 9:00 AM To: 7:00 PM

Dining room / cafeteria: no

Gift shop: no

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