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Basel

Basel-City, Switzerland

29 Jul 2026

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Switzerland: common questions

What is the current time in Basel?

Basel uses Europe — Zurich (Europe/Zurich), which is UTC+2 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The city observes daylight saving time seasonally.

Does Basel observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, Basel observes daylight saving time. Clocks spring forward and fall back with the rest of Switzerland.

What is the time difference between Basel and major cities?

London (GMT/BST): Basel is 1 hour behind London.

New York (EST/EDT): Basel is 6 hours behind New York.

UTC (UTC): Basel is 2 hours behind UTC.

What region is Basel in?

Basel is in Basel-City. Browse nearby cities in Switzerland using the links below.

What is Basel known for?

Basel is a populated place in Switzerland, using Europe — Zurich (UTC+2) for local civil time. Coordinates: 47.55839°N, 7.57327°E.