Boat trip Rheinfelden - Basel
Cruising on the Rhine between Rheinfelden and Basel. Enjoy the breeze, the scenery and the delicious food on board during the lock cruise.
The lock cruise will start again from May 1, 2026 (Spring awakening in Rheinfelden).
Lock trip.
The boat departs from the center of Basel and reaches Rheinfelden after 2.5 hours. On the way, guests enjoy a fantastic view of the Swiss and German sides of the Rhine. Beautiful landscapes, small villages and towns pass by. Another highlight: the two locks at Birsfelden and Augst are passed on the journey from Basel to Rheinfelden.
Rhystärn.
The Rhystärn is the flagship of Basler Personenschifffahrt. The ship has room for up to 700 people and impresses with its generous window fronts and a cozy deck with bar. From here you can enjoy a great view and feel like you've really arrived on vacation. Treat yourself to regional dishes in the restaurant.
Arrival in the Zähringen town.
The boat arrives at the landing stage in Rheinfelden at 1.30 pm. From there, it is only a few steps to the historic old town. In Marktgasse, our lively main street, there are numerous small stores and inviting restaurants and cafés. A perfect ice cream stop after the lock trip. Or discover the old town on your own with our digital guide. Public guided tours of the town take place at weekends.
Tea Time & Brunch uff em Rhy.
Celebrate the afternoon with friends on the Rhystärn. From 2 to 4 pm, enjoy a fine selection of sweet and savory pastries, homemade scones and local tea from London Tea by Spalenberg. Let the Basel cityscape pass you by and treat yourself to a delicious tea time on the Rhine.
Brunch is served every Sunday from 10.30 am to 2 pm. While the Rhystärn does its rounds on the Rhine, the chef spoils you with regional delicacies on platters.
Group offer at a fixed price
Enjoy a day on the Rhine with your group of 20 or more (smaller groups on request) and then visit the town of Rheinfelden on a guided tour of the old town, the Feldschlösschen brewery, the Riburg salt works or the Salina Helvetica in Pratteln.
Classic guided tour of the old town
Classic guided tour of the old town
Together with the city guides you will experience the history of Rheinfelden and discover the most beautiful places and corners of the old town on the classic guided tour of the old town.
Feldschlösschen Brauwelt Rheinfelden
Feldschlösschen Brauwelt Rheinfelden
Discover the Feldschlösschen brewery on an exciting guided tour of the castle, during a tasting session or in the new visitor center.
Salina Helvetica Schweizerhalle
Salina Helvetica Schweizerhalle
From stone to brine to fine-grained salt - follow the production process of this vital foods and guarantor of mobility on Swiss roads on the Salina Helvetica tours.
Salina Helvetica - Experience salt, snow and ice...
Salina Helvetica - Experience salt, snow and ice...
Visit the Swiss Riburg salt works near Rheinfelden and find out how the salt, which lies deep underground, is extracted and used as de-icing salt to facilitate the Swiss winter road clearance service.
Further information
Lock cruise timetable
The lock cruise will start again from May 1, 2026(spring awakening in Rheinfelden).
Thursday & Sunday:
May 2 - October 10, 2026
Additionally Tuesday:
June 16 - August 25, 2026
September 29 - October 6, 2026
Current information on canceled trips can be found directly on the website of Basler Personenschifffahrt.
Prices lock cruise
Basel - Rheinfelden: CHF 30.-
Rheinfelden - Basel: CHF 25.-
Basel - Rheinfelden - Basel: CHF 48.-
Children's and special rates: bpg.ch
Contact and booking
Basler Personenschifffahrt AG
Westquaistrasse 62
4057 Basel
+41 61 639 95 00
info@bpg.ch
www.bpg.ch
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Families & school classes
Families & school classes
Whether for a relaxing stroll through the old town or an exciting excursion - Rheinfelden offers numerous leisure activities for children of all ages.