Basel Audio Tour: Financial Footprints & Hidden History in St. Alban
A fortress of global finance rises beside silent stone crosses and secretive corporate strongholds—St. Alban holds more than Basel’s oldest stories. This self-guided audio tour unlocks hidden corners and forgotten moments across the city. Discover the tales lurking behind official façades, and meet the legends most visitors never hear. Did a midnight vote at the Bank for International Settlements really shake world markets? What lost identities slumber beneath Wolfgottesacker’s weathered tombs? How did an insurance empire like Bâloise Holding spark a scandal that still echoes in Basel’s corridors of power? Move between dark intrigue and dazzling ambition as you stroll past towering fortresses and peaceful memorials. Trace the pulse of rebellion and reinvention. Experience Basel as a living web of secrets, shifting alliances and untold histories. Dare to step inside St. Alban’s veiled past—hit play and let the city reveal its deepest truths.
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About this tour
- scheduleDuration 30–50 minsGo at your own pace
- straighten3.4 km walking routeFollow the guided path
- headphonesAudio guide1+ languages available
- wifi_offWorks offlineDownload once, use anywhere
- all_inclusiveLifetime accessReplay anytime, forever
- location_onStarts at St. Jakobs Memorial
Stops on this tour
Frequently asked questions
How do I start the tour?
After purchase, download the AudaTours app and enter your redemption code. The tour will be ready to start immediately — just tap play and follow the GPS-guided route.
Do I need internet during the tour?
No! Download the tour before you start and enjoy it fully offline. Only the chat feature requires internet. We recommend downloading on WiFi to save mobile data.
Is this a guided group tour?
No — this is a self-guided audio tour. You explore independently at your own pace, with audio narration playing through your phone. No tour guide, no group, no schedule.
How long does the tour take?
Most tours take 60–90 minutes to complete, but you control the pace entirely. Pause, skip stops, or take breaks whenever you want.
What if I can't finish the tour today?
No problem! Tours have lifetime access. Pause and resume whenever you like — tomorrow, next week, or next year. Your progress is saved.
What languages are available?
All tours are available in 50+ languages. Select your preferred language when redeeming your code. Note: language cannot be changed after tour generation.
Where do I access the tour after purchase?
Download the free AudaTours app from the App Store or Google Play. Enter your redemption code (sent via email) and the tour will appear in your library, ready to download and start.
If you don't enjoy the tour, we'll refund your purchase. Contact us at [email protected]
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