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An English-speaking community located in the heart of Basel

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Share your interests with members from over 50 countries, improve your language skills, support the community and make new friends along the way.

See What We Do, check our Social Media Channels and talk to us at Centrepoint’s front desk during Front Desk Hours or at a Social Event.

Events

Artwall Vernissage Meet open-minded people from all over the world in a casual and inviting atmosphere at our social events. Enjoy informative talks, inspiring discussions and exciting excursions.

All events are open to members and guest.

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Activity Groups

Activity groups enable members to share common interests in a relaxed social atmosphere. Join an existing group or create your own.

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Conversation Groups

Baseldütsch Conversation GroupPractise and improve your language skills in a safe and friendly space. Choose from a variety of languages including English, German and Swiss German. Click here for details, which languages are currently being offered and when.

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Monthly and Special Events

  • In the months of April and May, Centrepoint‘s Artwall will be hosting an art exhibition showcasing the talents of artist Gudrun Sallaberger-Plakolb.

    Artwall

    Place: Centrepoint Hallway
    Date and Time: Thursaday 3rd April 18:00 - 20:00
    Who: Members and guests
    Cost: Free, small donations are welcome

    Having started her creative journey in Sweden in 2001, Gudrun has constantly expanded her repertoire of techniques working with oils, pastels, watercolour and mixed media. For the last eight years she has mainly been working with soft pastels in the photorealistic way. The theme of her work is often symbolic and enigmatic.

  • Apr 16th: Next Welcome Coffee at Café Huegenin
  • Apr 17th: Next Monthly Apéro
  • Apr 26th: Tour of Goetheanum

Weekly Social Events

  • An opportunity to practise your German in a friendly environment whist having a cup of tea or coffee.  Members with all levels of German knowledge are welcome.

    Place: Centrepoint
    Who: Members and guests
    Cost:  Free, small donations are welcome

  • A popular weekly chance to meet other members, make friends and chat over a cup of coffee or tea. There are volunteers at the coffee morning to welcome new members and show guests around.

    Place: Centrepoint
    Date and Time: Fridays 10:30 - 12:30
    Who: Members and guests
    Cost: Free, small donations are welcome

  • Another opportunity to practise your German in a friendly environment whist having a cup of tea or coffee.  Members with all levels of German knowledge are welcome.

    Place: Centrepoint
    Date and Time:  Fridays 14:00 - 15:30
    Who: Members and guests  
    Cost:  Free, small donations are welcome

How To Find Us

Map to find Centrepoint

From Barfüsserplatz you can take the stairs via Lohnhofgässlein (1) to Lohnhof (blue arrows) or follow the tram tracks up Kohleberg (2) (green). The nearest tram station is Musik-Akademie (3, purple). More instructions

Volunteering

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Whatever your interests, skills or time budget, you are welcome to contribute. Start your own activity group, lead a conversation group, organize events, help with marketing or become a volunteer for a day..

Current Vacancies

  • Helpers for Apéro Team

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Front Desk Hours

Front Desk with Opening Hours

Centrepoint can be visited during the opening hours to connect with members. The Front Desk Volunteers are open for questions and will be happy to help.

Join Us

Become part of our community. Meet open-minded people, join our activities or volunteer to enrich our club life. Why? Find some answers of our members:

Heidrun

„Centrepoint is a great place if you want to connect with people. Volunteering is the way to get in touch with the club members, socialise and learn about the fascinating stories they have to share.“

Heidrun, Vice President and Communications Coordinator

Wouter

„Apart from the language lessons, trips, talks and aperos, Centrepoint is the place to meet people from diverse and interesting backgrounds. Giving back to a community that has done so much for me is very satisfying. Centrepoint has people at its heart, and its heart is for the people.“

Wouter, Volunteer Coordinator

Michelle

„I’m excited about my role as Trips Coordinator and the chance to discover more about the beautiful city of Basel and its surroundings. It’s also a great way to support Centrepoint, since all its activities are managed entirely by volunteers.“

Michelle, Trips Coordinator

Bronwen

„Almost anything can be interesting if you dig deep enough. That’s why I agreed to take over as Talks Coordinator – and because nothing virtual can ever match the concentration and excitement of a live, in-person event.“

Bronwen, Talks Coordinator

Jan

„Centrepoint is the result of a unique vision and a dedicated team of volunteers. I am proud of what all of us, from the oldest to the newest members, have accomplished over the years. May our "home" in the beautiful Lohnhof continue to thrive as a place where everyone feels welcome, enjoys meeting people and has the urge to get involved.“

Jan, Centrepoint founding members and, well over 25 years later, still an active member and volunteer

Maria

„I love Centrepoint for its diversity, you will find people from over the world who can share their own story of Swiss integration and inspire you!“

Maria

„At Centrepoint I love working together with dedicated and skilled people on the communications team.“

Maik, Website Manager

Alison

„I really enjoy being a volunteer at Centrepoint. It gives me meaning and purpose as well as plentiful opportunities to socialise with the members of this great community.“

Alison, Horizon Editor

Ilma

„Meeting wonderful people, at conversation groups made my integration to Basel so much easier.“

Ilma, Marketing and more

Yana

„I am enjoying my volunteering engagement for the highly diverse community at Centrepoint!“

Yana, Social Media Manager

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Ukrainian Initiative

Ukraine Ribbon

For more than a year, Centrepoint’s Ukrainian Initiative has provided a kind and welcoming oasis for refugees from the conflict in Ukraine. More about the Initiative and how your support can help:

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Work With Us

Centrepoint Premises

Advertise in Horizon Magazine, offer discounts or privileges to our members or become a sponsor.

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News

  • Easter Closing of Centrepoint from Fri 18th to Tue 22nd April 9:00.
  • New Intermediate/Advanced German conversation group

  • BaselConnect

    Centrepoint is happy to announce our new established partnership with BaselConnect. Expats in Basel can benefit from BaselConnect as they are a nonprofit association dedicated to promoting increased cultural understanding and exchange between Basel expats and locals in the tri-national region in Switzerland.

  • Creative Studio

    We expand our arts and crafts activities with Creative Studio. Relax and have fun while learning and enjoying a variety of simple creative activities with Alessandra. Read more

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