Basel

Infrastructure expansion at EuroAirport: First hotel project directly at the terminal

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is expanding its service portfolio with a significant addition to its accommodation infrastructure. For the first time in the history of the trinational airport, a hotel complex is being built directly on the airport grounds, right next to the main roundabout in front of the terminal on the Swiss side. The project comprises two different hotel brands with a total capacity of 140 rooms. The opening is scheduled for [date missing].

29 May 2026 12:00

Early resumption of flight operations on the main runway of EuroAirport

Basel Mulhouse Freiburg Airport will reopen its main runway 15/33 to regular air traffic significantly earlier than planned following an intensive renovation phase. Thanks to rapid construction progress and favorable weather conditions during the complete closure, the runway will be operational again on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Originally, the closure was planned to last until [date missing].

16 May 2026 09:28

Economic balance sheet and infrastructure plans of Basel-Mulhouse Airport

The binational Basel-Mulhouse Airport looks back on a busy 2025 financial year and consolidates its position as a key transport hub in the tri-border region. With passenger numbers of approximately 9,6 million, EuroAirport is approaching the record levels of the pre-pandemic years. Aircraft movements remained relatively stable, with a minimal increase of 0,4 percent.

11 May 2026 16:03

Eighty years of EuroAirport: Anniversary of the binational Basel-Mulhouse airport

On May 8, 2026, EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse will celebrate its 80th anniversary. Located on French soil and jointly operated by France and Switzerland, the airport has been considered a unique model of cross-border cooperation in Europe since its inauguration in 1946. It was built just a few months after the end of World War II.

8 May 2026 16:07

Renovation of the main runway will lead to a closure of several weeks at EuroAirport

Basel-Mulhouse Airport is undertaking a comprehensive technical upgrade of its central infrastructure. From April 15 to May 20, 2026, the main runway will be closed to all air traffic. This closure is necessary for the renovation of a 1.500-meter section of the central runway and the repair of the taxiway.

April 14, 2026 08:03

Swissport records massive increase in pharmaceutical logistics at EuroAirport

Global ground handling provider Swissport has reached an operational milestone in the sensitive air freight segment at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. Since the commissioning of the specialized Cool+Connect infrastructure in February 2025, over 1000 temperature-controlled containers have already been successfully handled. With monthly volumes now reaching 200 to 250 units, the airport is strengthening its strategic position.

March 30, 2026 11:08

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse launches with an expanded summer flight schedule and runway renovation

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg will introduce its new summer flight schedule on March 29, 2026, which includes a significant expansion of its route network to around 100 direct destinations. More than 30 airlines will operate from this hub in the tri-border region, primarily serving destinations in Europe and the Mediterranean, including increased connections to Eastern Europe and Scandinavia. Among the new

March 27, 2026 12:01

New art installation at the tower in Basel

A large-format reproduction of Victor Vasarely's artwork "Vega Pâl" has now been installed on the EuroAirport control tower. The poster is part of a collaboration with the Musée Unterlinden in Colmar and aims to highlight the cultural significance of the tri-border region. The motif is taken from the famous "Vega" series by the Hungarian-French artist.

February 23, 2026 04:01

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg introduces automated baggage drop-off

EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg has initiated a comprehensive modernization of its passenger handling facilities. Since mid-February 2026, passengers of selected airlines have been able to check in their luggage themselves using new self-service kiosks, known as Self Bag Drop units. As a first step, a total of 24 check-in kiosks and 14 baggage drop machines have been put into operation in Halls 2 and 4.

February 16, 2026 06:02

Wizz Air is temporarily relocating flight operations to Stuttgart due to runway renovations.

Hungarian airline Wizz Air will significantly expand its services at Stuttgart Airport in spring 2026. This decision is due to the extensive renovation of the runway at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse, which necessitates a temporary closure of flight operations there. The closure will take place from April 15 to May 20, 2026.

21 January 2026 05:31