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Spalentor
Spalentor

Magnificent city gate

Schönbeinstrasse
Am äusseren Ende der Spalenvorstadt
Basel, Basel-Stadt
4051

Neighborhood: Old Town Centre

Nearest Train: Spalentor: Tram 3

Phone: +41 (0)61 267 4365 (Tourismus)
Fax: +41 (0)61 267 4088 (Tourismus)
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The expansion of the city in the 19th century meant the end of the medieval walls and its seven entrances. However, the most beautiful of them, the Spalentor, remains. Erected in the 14th century, this gate still possesses a very impressive oak portcullis. Just inside lies a copy of the city's customs decree of 1795, a great piece of history. The gate is adorned with beautiful glass tiles and humorous 15th century figures. The originals can be viewed in the Museum of History.

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