Welcome to Centrepoint
a volunteer-run English-speaking community in the heart of Basel where people connect, join activities, and make friends
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Basel news
Fasnacht and its Blaggette
2026’s Basel Carnival badge (Blaggette) with the motto «Blyyb verspiilt» (stay playful) represents the energy and vigour that children and adolescents give to the event in the middle of the “three most beautiful days”.
Trips & tours
Sunday Walk, 22nd Feb – Kilchberg to Gelterkinden
Why not join this month’s Sunday Walk? A relaxed walk of around two hours, suitable for most walkers. Enjoy the surroundings and good company, with the option for a coffee at the end.
Talks & workshops
Talk: The Air We Breathe
This talk by Aletta Karsies explains what air pollution actually is, where it comes from, and how it affects our health in daily life. Recent maps of air-pollution levels across Europe and in Basel will be presented to explain how much air quality can vary from place to place.
Trips & tours
Private Tour of the Tropical Greenhouse
This second joint event of Centrepoint and BaselConnect is a private tour of the new tropical greenhouse in Basel’s famous botanical garden.
Talks & workshops
Mobile Phone Photography Workshop
Following last year's success, this three-part workshop will be offered again. It gives you an opportunity to learn the basics of phone photography and get practical experience.
Trips & tours
Jakob’s City Tour: The Classic Tour around Minster Hill
Following a brief introduction at the meeting point near the ‘Tinguely’ fountain adjacent to the theater, this guided walk visits Minster Hill, the spiritual and cultural hub of Basel, before descending to the Marktplatz
What our members say
“Finding Centrepoint was a turning point for me after leaving Ukraine. The supportive community here has helped me feel connected and at home in Switzerland.”
Viktoriya from Ukraine
"I enjoy teaching beginners’ bridge at Centrepoint because it blends problem-solving, fast feedback, and intuitive pattern-spotting into a game played with people, not just against them. Watching newcomers discover the pleasure of playing bridge — and even give me new insights — is genuinely rewarding."
Sev from Russia
“I really enjoy volunteering on the Front Desk, as the variety of tasks makes every shift engaging and helps me feel connected to the Centrepoint community. Volunteering with the Italian Conversation Group is also rewarding as it gives me pleasure to share my language and help others develop their skills."
Francesca from Italy
"Volunteering at Centrepoint gives me the chance to organise fun events like minigolf, summer meet-ups, and visits to interesting places. I also enjoy being part of the Photography Club, where we share our passion, meet new people, and work together to make the group a success."
Marcel from Switzerland
“I have found a truly welcoming, international community at Centrepoint. Participating in its diverse activities has strengthened my spoken English and given me a supportive space where I feel I belong.”
Sissi from Switzerland
“I’ve discovered Basel in new ways and learned about many different subjects through Centrepoint’s talks and trips. It’s also been rewarding to contribute by hosting a French discussion group.”
Jean-Christian from Canada
“I enjoy volunteering at the Welcome Desk during weekly Coffee Mornings, where I can greet members and offer new members and visitors a friendly introduction. It’s rewarding to help people settle into the Centrepoint community.”
Steffen from the Netherlands