Basel - Morgenstreich at Basler Fasnacht 2010

By: Mark Sukhija

Fasnacht is the most important date in the Basel calendar and one of the the best times to visit the cultural capital of Switzerland.

72-hours of festivities commence at 4am on Monday morning with Morgenstreich, a procession of lanterns and piccolo players, through the streets of Basels Old Town. I know early morning in Feburary in Basel can be cold but get to Marktplatz or Barfusserplatz early (3am-ish) to get yourself the best place.

Pick up some Mehlsuppe (a traditional flour soup) to keep yourself warm.

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Basel - Morgenstreich at Basler Fasnacht 2010 by Mark Sukhija

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