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Riehen

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A view of the revitalized Neuen Teich lake near Riehen, showcasing nature and environmental conservation efforts.

Welcome to Riehen

Riehen is a small, friendly place in Switzerland. It is part of the canton called Basel-Stadt. Riehen is close to the city of Basel and shares borders with places in both Switzerland and Germany.

Fun Places and People

Riehen is home to the beautiful Fondation Beyeler, an art gallery with wonderful paintings and sculptures. It also has a toy museum where kids can see lots of fun toys from the past. There are also many green parks to explore and enjoy.

Some very special people grew up in Riehen. The famous tennis player Roger Federer lived here when he was a little boy. Long ago, a smart mathematician named Leonhard Euler also lived in Riehen. In 1958, Riehen made history when the first woman in Switzerland was elected to public office. Her name was Trudy Späth-Schweizer.

Riehen is a nice place to live, with many homes, schools, and places to play. It is close to rivers and forests, making it a great spot for nature lovers.

Images

An artwork displayed at the Fondation Beyeler art museum in Switzerland.
A map showing the natural landscape and terrain of the Basel-Stadt region in Switzerland.
A beautiful garden view of Wenkenhof, a cultural property in Switzerland.
A small bus stopped at a bus station in a neighborhood.
A historical building in Riehen, Switzerland, recognized as a cultural property of national significance.
Entrance to Wenkenhof in Riehen
A toy museum in Riehen, Basel Stadt, showcasing a collection of historic and interesting toys for young learners to explore.
A beautiful church in Riehen, Switzerland, recognized for its cultural importance.
An evening view of Dorfkirche Riehen, a beautiful church in Switzerland covered in snow.
Fahne Riehen
CHE Riehen COA.svg
Location map of Switzerland

Related articles

Basel-Stadt
Basel
Beyeler Foundation
Leonhard Euler

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