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Visiting Fondation Beyeler in Riehen

Explore world-class modern art integrated with a beautiful landscaped park.

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Explore modern and contemporary art at the Fondation Beyeler, featuring world-class exhibitions, a renowned permanent collection, and a peaceful park. Visitors can experience landmark artist retrospectives and iconic outdoor sculptures in a building designed by architect Renzo Piano.

An internationally renowned museum presenting modern and contemporary art masterpieces within a stunning park and architectural spaces designed by Renzo Piano.

Fondation Beyeler
About the Fondation Beyeler

Located in Riehen, the Fondation Beyeler is an internationally renowned art museum. Designed by Renzo Piano within an expansive park, the venue presents high-profile exhibitions and solo retrospectives of major figures. Visitors can experience a unique dialogue between modern and contemporary art, landmark architecture, and the surrounding natural landscape.

Exterior view of the Fondation Beyeler museum building with large glass facade and stone columns, surrounded by green lawn and tall trees under a blue sky.
Fondation Beyeler opening hours in Basel

Check today’s opening status, weekly schedule, and special date changes for Fondation Beyeler. Use these opening hours to plan your arrival and avoid closed times in Basel.

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10:00-18:00
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10:00-20:00
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Admission and Ticket Information

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen offers various admission options for visitors looking to explore its collection of modern and contemporary art. Regular adult entry is available, while visitors up to 25 years of age enjoy free access to the galleries upon presentation of a valid identity card. Furthermore, adults can benefit from discounted admission on Tuesdays, and special rates are provided for persons with disabilities holding a valid card.

Adults
CHF 25.00

Regular admission price

Persons with disabilities
CHF 20.00

With disability card Direct access to the museum, show your disability card

Adults (Tuesday discount)
CHF 20.00

Available on Tuesdays All-day discount for adults on Tuesdays

Visitor Amenities and Accessibility at Fondation Beyeler

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen provides a range of accessible facilities designed to support a comfortable visitor experience. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible and offers specialized guided tours, including options for visitors with hearing or visual impairments. These inclusive services ensure that individuals with diverse accessibility needs can engage with the collections and exhibitions throughout the venue.

Induction Loops

Available

Sign Language Tours

Available

Wheelchair Accessible

Available

Guided Tours

Available
Family visits at the Fondation Beyeler

The Fondation Beyeler offers families interactive tours, creative workshops, and storytelling sessions designed to explore art together. These activities are tailored for children aged three to ten, with specific sessions such as the storytelling carpet or hands-on workshops. Detailed information on age-appropriate events is available to help plan your visit.

Recommended age: Ages 3–10

The Fondation Beyeler offers families interactive tours, creative workshops, and storytelling sessions designed to explore art together.

Why families will enjoy it

  • Interactive family tours for children aged six to ten.
  • Creative workshops focused on artistic experimentation for children aged six to ten.
  • Storytelling sessions for children aged three to six set in front of artworks.
  • Twice-yearly Family Day event with workshops, tours, and games in the park.

Activities and resources for children

Family tour

Family Tours

Ages 6–10Booking required

Interactive tours designed for children aged six to ten.

Activity sheet

Workshops for children

Ages 6–10Booking required

Hands-on creative sessions focused on artistic techniques.

Family resource

Storytelling carpet

Ages 3–6Booking required

Interactive storytelling for young children held in front of artworks.

Fondation Beyeler Location and Setting

The Fondation Beyeler is located on Baselstrasse in Riehen, within the Basel-Stadt region. Designed by architect Renzo Piano, the museum building is seamlessly integrated into a historic, expansive park. This tranquil suburban setting just outside Basel provides a serene environment, allowing visitors to experience masterworks of modern art in harmony with the surrounding natural landscape.

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Baselstrasse 101

4125 Riehen

Basel-Stadt, CH

Planning Your Visit to Fondation Beyeler

When planning a visit to the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, visitors arriving by car can utilize paid parking facilities near the site. The museum galleries are integrated with a landscaped park, so allocating enough time to experience both the indoor exhibitions and the outdoor grounds is recommended. This integration of art, architecture, and nature offers a distinct visitor experience.

Planning Your Visit to Fondation Beyeler

Art, Architecture, and Nature at Fondation Beyeler

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen offers a unique visitor experience where modern and contemporary art, world-class architecture, and nature seamlessly merge. Housed in a landmark building designed by Renzo Piano, the museum features luminous galleries hosting high-profile retrospectives of artists like Louise Bourgeois. The surrounding park displays monumental sculptures, fostering a distinct dialogue between curated masterworks and the environment. Through engaging public programs and beautifully lit spaces, this venue provides a peaceful encounter with pioneering twentieth-century art.

Glass facade of the Fondation Beyeler museum at dusk with illuminated interior galleries visible through large windows, surrounded by green lawn and trees under a lavender sky
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Discover the Various Signs Exhibition at Fondation Beyeler
Until Aug 31, 2026

Discover the Various Signs Exhibition at Fondation Beyeler

A dialogue of emotional intensity by Bourgeois and Bacon.

Delve into the artistic relationship of Louise Bourgeois and Francis Bacon. This collection presentation brings together powerful sculptures and paintings that examine love and loss. Book your tickets online through the official portal to secure entry.

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History of the Fondation Beyeler Collection and Museum

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen was established in 1982 by art dealers Ernst and Hildy Beyeler to house their extensive **private art collection**. Following groundbreaking in September 1994, the Renzo Piano-designed building officially opened to the public in October 1997 with 140 modern works. The museum structure underwent a significant expansion in 1999, lengthening the building to add further exhibition space.

  • Foundation established in 1982

    1982Founding

    The Beyeler Foundation was established in 1982 by art dealers Ernst Beyeler and Hildy Beyeler, who commissioned architect Renzo Piano to design a space to house their extensive private art collection.

  • Museum groundbreaking in 1994

    1994Construction

    Construction of the museum building, designed by Renzo Piano in the Berower Park in Riehen, officially commenced in September 1994.

  • Public opening in 1997

    1997Opening

    After initial construction delays pushed back the original 1996 schedule, the Beyeler Foundation museum officially opened its doors to the public in October 1997, featuring 140 works of modern art.

  • Wrapped Trees exhibition in 1998

    1998Milestone

    Between November 13 and December 14, 1998, artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude created a temporary installation titled 'Wrapped Trees' which involved veiling 178 trees in the museum's park and the adjacent Berower Park.

  • Museum building expansion in 1999

    1999Renovation

    Less than two years after its initial opening, the museum structure underwent an expansion in 1999, lengthening the building by 12 meters and adding 458 square meters of exhibition space.

  • Significant art donation in 2013

    2013Collection

    In 2013, the foundation received a major donation of artworks from collector Micheline Renard, including pieces by Jean Dubuffet and Jean-Michel Basquiat, which were first exhibited in 2014.

Fondation Beyeler FAQ: Hours, Parking, and Night-Owl Tips

Curious if you can visit Fondation Beyeler in Riehen after sunset? While standard visiting hours end at 18:00, art lovers can rejoice on Wednesdays when the museum stays open until 20:00. We have also tracked down practical details on everything from paid parking to weekend hours so your visit goes smoothly.

What time does Fondation Beyeler close on Wednesdays?

On Wednesdays, Fondation Beyeler closes at 20:00, offering extended evening hours compared to its standard 18:00 closing time on other days of the week.

What are the weekend opening hours for Fondation Beyeler?

Fondation Beyeler weekend opening hours are from 10:00 to 18:00 on both Saturdays and Sundays.

Does Fondation Beyeler have special opening hours?

Yes, Fondation Beyeler has special opening hours on August 8, 2026, when the venue will be open from 10:00 to 22:00. Otherwise, it follows its standard weekly schedule.

What are the regular visiting hours for Fondation Beyeler?

Fondation Beyeler is open daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with the exception of Wednesdays when the venue remains open late until 20:00.

Visitor Tips for Fondation Beyeler

When planning a visit to the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, guests can expect a highly accessible environment where the museum and all exhibition rooms are fully wheelchair accessible. For those traveling by car, paid parking is available on-site. The venue offers a wide range of specialized services, including guided tours with induction loops for visitors with hearing aids, Swiss German sign language interpreters, and descriptive tours designed for visually impaired guests. Wheelchair users who wish to participate in workshops are encouraged to contact the museum administration in advance to ensure a smooth experience.

Visitor Guide: Who is the Fondation Beyeler For?

The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen appeals particularly to art and architecture enthusiasts who wish to view modern and contemporary masterpieces set within a scenic park. The museum welcomes a diverse audience, providing creative workshops for families and children as well as engaging opportunities for solo travelers and groups. A strong emphasis is placed on accessibility, with fully wheelchair-accessible galleries and specialized guided tours that offer sign language interpretation, induction loops, and adapted commentary. With its blend of world-class collections, landmark architecture, and tranquil garden landscapes, the venue offers a peaceful and accommodating experience for all visitors.

Fondation Beyeler Photo Gallery & Architecture

Visual previews of the Fondation Beyeler in Riehen showcase the seamless integration of art and nature. Images highlight the museum's elegant Renzo Piano-designed building, characterized by its glass facade, stone columns, and flat overhanging roof canopy. The gallery also features views of the expansive landscaped park with outdoor sculptures resting on manicured green lawns.

Glass facade of the Fondation Beyeler museum at dusk with illuminated interior galleries visible through large windows, surrounded by green lawn and trees under a lavender sky
Exterior view of the Fondation Beyeler museum building with large glass facade and stone columns, surrounded by green lawn and tall trees under a blue sky.
Exterior view of Fondation Beyeler museum showing Renzo Piano's distinctive flat glass roof, stone columns, and glass walls surrounded by autumn landscaping
Paul Cézanne painting depicting a winding road leading up a hillside with houses and trees under a blue sky, rendered in post-impressionist brushstrokes.
Abstract painting with a large black square at the top, a black rectangle in the center, a black circle at the lower left, and red rectangular bars arranged diagonally at the lower right on a cream-colored canvas with visible craquelure
A large white curved sculpture standing on a green lawn surrounded by trees with yellow autumn foliage.
Painting of a wheat field with cornflowers under a cloudy sky, with blue mountains in the distance, in Van Gogh's signature brushstrokes
Claude Monet's impressionist painting 'The Japanese Bridge' showing a green arched bridge over a lily pond surrounded by dense foliage.
Abstract painting with geometric shapes, swirling forms, and muted earth tones with blue and pink accents, featuring stylized faces and organic patterns on textured canvas
Large black and white Alexander Calder mobile sculpture on a grassy lawn with autumn trees and fallen leaves in the background
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