Description:
This former 14th-century Franciscan church on "Barefoot Square" (named for the unshod friars) contains many relics of medieval Basel, including rare 15th-century tapestries and specimens of ecclesiastical art. One of the best-known sculptures is in the late Gothic style, depicting a babbling king. Its greatest exhibit is a reliquary bust of St. Ursula, in silver and gold, commissioned by the people of Basel to contain the saint's relics.
- © Frommer's 2013
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Recommended 2010
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Contact:
- tel: 061/205-86-00
Address:
- Barfüsserplatz
- Basel
Hours:
- Wed-Mon 10am-5pm
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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