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Basel Tourism Rises in June 2025 with 10% More Arrivals Than 2023
Published: December 21, 2025 · Period: 2025-06-01 – 2025-06-30In June 2025, Basel saw a significant rise in tourism, with a 1.7% increase in arrivals and a 5.2% increase in overnight stays compared to June 2024, driven by a preference for higher-end accommodations and a notable contribution from Swiss, German, and American tourists. This growth indicates a positive trend in the tourism sector, likely due to recovery efforts and enhanced marketing by local authorities.
In June 2025, Basel experienced a noticeable increase in tourism activity compared to the same month in previous years. Arrivals reached 154,904, marking a 1.7% increase from June 2024 and a 10% rise from June 2023. Overnight stays also saw a significant boost, totaling 307,110, which is a 5.2% increase from 2024 and 7.7% from 2023. The hotel occupancy rate in June 2025 was approximately 76.1%, up from 70.1% in 2024 and 69.9% in 2023, indicating a higher demand for accommodation.
The distribution of overnight stays by hotel category shows that 4- and 5-star hotels were the most popular, accounting for 180,379 stays. This was followed by 3-star hotels with 119,763 stays, while 1- and 2-star hotels and non-categorized accommodations had 49,383 and 60,026 stays, respectively. This suggests a preference for higher-end accommodations among visitors.
The top countries contributing to overnight stays were Switzerland, Germany, and the United States. Swiss visitors accounted for 33.3% of the total overnight stays, followed by Germany at 12.8% and the United States at 12.6%. Compared to previous months, there was a slight increase in the share of overnight stays from the United States, indicating a growing interest from American tourists.
No significant seasonal effects or anomalies were noted for June 2025. The increase in arrivals and overnight stays can be attributed to ongoing recovery in the tourism sector and possibly enhanced marketing efforts by local tourism authorities. Overall, the data reflects a positive trend in Basel's tourism industry, with a steady increase in both domestic and international visitors.
Table 1: Overnight Stays by Country of Origin in June 2025
| Country of Origin | Arrivals | Overnight Stays | Share of Total (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schweiz | 58,516 | 102,228 | 33.3 % |
| Deutschland | 20,682 | 39,258 | 12.8 % |
| Vereinigte Staaten von Amerika | 16,532 | 38,648 | 12.6 % |
| Grossbritannien | 9,012 | 19,360 | 6.3 % |
| Frankreich | 5,746 | 11,146 | 3.6 % |
| Other | 44,416 | 96,470 | 31.4 % |
| Total | 154,904 | 307,110 | 100.0 % |
Table 2: Overnight Arrivals and Overnight Stays in June 2025
| Category | Arrivals | Overnight Stays | Share of Total (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4- und 5-Stern | 84,655 | 180,379 | 44.0 % |
| 3-Stern | 61,407 | 119,763 | 29.2 % |
| Keine Kategorie | 29,375 | 60,026 | 14.7 % |
| 1- und 2-Stern | 27,661 | 49,383 | 12.1 % |
| Total | 203,098 | 409,551 | 100.0 % |
Table 3: Arrivals and Overnight Stays in June by Year
| Year | Arrivals | Overnight Stays | Avg Daily Overnight Stays | Occupancy Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 154,904 | 307,110 | 10,237.0 | 76.1 % |
| 2024 | 152,354 | 292,038 | 9,734.6 | 70.1 % |
| 2023 | 140,856 | 285,232 | 9,507.7 | 69.9 % |
Figure 1: Overnight Stays by Origin of Visitors in the last 24 Months
Additional resources: Tourismusstatistik 2024
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