Basel Audio Tour: Financial Footprints & Hidden History in St. Alban

Above photo: Grubyak, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

A fortress of global finance rises beside silent stone crosses and secretive corporate strongholds—St. Alban holds more than Basel’s oldest stories.

This self-guided audio tour unlocks hidden corners and forgotten moments across the city. Discover the tales lurking behind official façades, and meet the legends most visitors never hear.

Did a midnight vote at the Bank for International Settlements really shake world markets?
What lost identities slumber beneath Wolfgottesacker’s weathered tombs?
How did an insurance empire like Bâloise Holding spark a scandal that still echoes in Basel’s corridors of power?

Move between dark intrigue and dazzling ambition as you stroll past towering fortresses and peaceful memorials. Trace the pulse of rebellion and reinvention. Experience Basel as a living web of secrets, shifting alliances and untold histories.

Dare to step inside St. Alban’s veiled past—hit play and let the city reveal its deepest truths.

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• Duration: 1 hour 16 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 3.4 km (2.1 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 28min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at St. Jakobs Memorial, only a 3 minute walk from Basel SBB Train Station
  
• Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Bank for International Settlements, Bâloise Holding, Wolfgottesacker
  

Experience the charm of St. Alban like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing St. Alban's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Basel on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🗿  St. Jakobs Memorial (3min)
• 🏦  Bank for International Settlements (4min)
• 🌳  Baloise Park (2min)
• 📍  Bâloise Holding (3min)
• 📍  Aeschenplatz (3min)
• 📍  Servisa Foundations (2min)
• 🏦  Scobag Private Bank (2min)
• 📍  Baumann & Cie, Banquiers (4min)
• 📚  Swiss Economic Archives (3min)
• 🌉  Münchensteiner Bridge (3min)
• 📍  Wolfgottesacker (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Stephane Olivier Vuille, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: EinDao, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Grubyak, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wladyslaw Sojka, Wikimedia Commons, FAL. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
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🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
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🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
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🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
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