Basler Rheinschwimmen
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When11 August 2026
WhereRhein (Schaffhauserrheinweg/Stachelrain bis Leuengasse/Johanniterbrücke), Kleinbasel, 4058 Basel
TypeSports event
The official Basler Rheinschwimmen takes thousands of participants down the Rhine in late summer. It traditionally starts with a cannon shot at the Schaffhauserrheinweg near Stachelrain, while the finish is at the Leuengasse close to the Johanniterbrücke. Organised by the SLRG Basel section, a large safety operation ensures the orderly running of this popular public event.