Eurovision in Basel: our ideas for outings in the area
This year, Eurovision takes place in Basel, Switzerland, on 13, 15 and 17 May. Whether you want to wait for the big night or get in on the action, why not take a break right next door? Mulhouse and the surrounding area are less than 30 minutes away.
The 69th Eurovision in Basel
Following the victory of Switzerland's Nemo at Eurovision 2024, our neighbour will be hosting the 2025 event in May. For France, after Slimane's fourth place in 2024, it's the singer Louane who will perform her song "Maman". This is the third time that Switzerland has hosted this singing competition, which is watched by over 160 million television viewers every year. The city of Basel is preparing to vibrate to the rhythm of the performances in the St. Jakobshalle, but also in dedicated areas of the city such as the Parc Saint Jacques and Eurovision Street. But don't hesitate to leave the musical excitement of Switzerland's Eurovision 2025 behind for a trip to the Grand Est.
Practical info
From the Eurovision 2025 site in Basel, you can reach Mulhouse in 25 minutes by car or 20 minutes by train.
A ten-minute train or tram journey will take you to Saint-Louis.
Where to stay during Eurovision 2025?
The Eurovision evening may well see your favourite candidate crowned, but make sure you extend the party and the trip by organising a stay in Mulhouse or the surrounding area. Book a room in Mulhouse town centre and discover the secrets of this former industrial city, which has now been reinvented in a very modern way. Choose a spacious gîte to enjoy with friends, or opt for the unusual with a night in a yurt! Perfect places to relax, but also to add to your collection of special "Eurovision 2025" souvenirs!
The journey continues: time for cultural visits
In Mulhouse, several emblematic museums tell different stories about the city's history.
Watch out for the Cité du Train
In Europe's largest railway museum, locomotives and vintage carriages are on display, complemented by a host of fun activities. You can even try your hand at driving a train on board a draisine.
Still rolling...
Head for the gleaming Musée National de l'Automobile (National Automobile Museum), with its astonishing facade of suspended cars. Inside, the museum retraces the history of the automobile and presents some 450 exceptional cars, the finest collection in the world. Coming in 2025, a unique immersion into the automotive world of Tintin with a dedicated exhibition.




An electric and fun atmosphere at the Musée Electropolis
A look back at the inventions that have changed our daily lives, answers to questions about tomorrow's energy sources, objects and works of art related to electricity... a complete and fascinating tour of the epic story of electricity. A word of advice: forget about your hair, the Théâtre de l'Électrostatique will give you a hair-raising makeover!
The Ecomusée d'Alsace, a must-see!
In Ungersheim, just a few minutes from Mulhouse, the Ecomusée d'Alsace, France's largest open-air museum, showcases all the region's traditions. From traditional skills and festivities to the architecture of yesteryear, it's a guaranteed trip back in time. The Ecomusée has more than 40,000 objects on display, and the exhibition areas are complemented by a host of activities and hands-on experiences: ready for a local cooking session?


Street art, a common refrain in Mulhouse
While Eurovision artists fervently defend their national languages, it's through drawings and colours that Mulhouse expresses part of its personality: discover street art. The Tourist Office is offering a dedicated tour, entitled "Urban poetry", to explore the city while discovering the sometimes monumental works of renowned street art figures. On the walls of the town's houses and buildings, and even on the street furniture, there is a succession of styles, each expressing a great deal of creativity.


A holiday for all the family
In Mulhouse, a number of emblematic museums tell different stories about the town's history.
Believe in your dreams: the Little Prince Park
Make your life a dream, and a dream a reality... An inspirational quote from Saint-Exupéry, the creator of The Little Prince, for the contestants in Eurovision 2025. Discover the wonderful world of this enigmatic and endearing character in the world's first aerial park. Attractions, shows and animals promise a day full of memories for families. The King's Balloon takes visitors to an altitude of 150 metres, with panoramic views of the Vosges, the Alsace Plain and the Black Forest. Look south if you want to see Basel!
Fresh air: the Zoological and Botanical Park
3,000 varieties of trees and plants, 1,200 animals and a setting in the heart of Mulhouse to welcome them. Children may be excited at the prospect of seeing polar bears, but other species should also capture their attention: lemurs, wolves, alpacas or red pandas will be among their favourites? Good to know: on both the zoological and botanical fronts, free guided tours are regularly organised throughout the year.




Not ready to leave!
If Eurovision 2025 was an excuse to come to the Grand Est, your visits will quickly convince you that it was more than a good idea. From the Cité du Train and the Mulhouse Automobile Museum to nature tours at the Ecomusée d'Alsace and a first-ever ride on a velorail, there's no shortage of things to do for the whole family.