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About this place
Cécile Ines Loos-Anlage in Basel is a small, nature-oriented park in the Breite quarter, right by the Schwarzwaldbrücke bridge. It opened in 1993 and carries the name of Basel writer Cécile Ines Loos. The city itself calls it a "near-natural oasis" within a built-up neighbourhood.
Where is it and how do you get there?
The park sits at St. Alban-Rheinweg 222 (postcode 4052), next to the Schweisstechnik building and close to the Schwarzwaldbrücke. It lies along the Rhine, so the nicest approach is a stroll on the riverside path. The city centre is a short walk away.
Who was Cécile Ines Loos?
The author was born in Basel in 1883 and died there in 1959. From 1921 she worked as a waitress and secretary before becoming a full-time writer. The Historical Dictionary of Switzerland regards her 1942 novel "Hinter dem Mond" as her peak achievement.
What is there to see?
The layout imitates open countryside and follows nature-garden principles, with native plants. You will find:
- a lawn for games and lounging,
- a small wooded patch,
- stepped seating,
- barbecue spots,
- a water pump feeding a little stream.
Most of the grounds are listed in the canton's inventory of protected natural sites. Expect wildflower patches, species-rich edges and closely mown grass.
Why is there a mulberry tree?
A white mulberry was planted as an art intervention. It recalls the workers' housing of a former silk factory and some 200 years of silk-ribbon weaving in the Basel region; mulberry leaves feed silkworms. The tree was felled after a large branch broke, and the city announced a replacement.
When should you visit?
Late spring to early autumn is best, when the meadows bloom and the lawn suits a picnic. The park belongs to a chain of local green spaces with Breitematte, Schwarzpark and Birsköpfli, so it combines easily into one walk.
Frequently asked questions
Is entry free? Yes, it is a public city park.
Can I barbecue here? Yes, the park has designated barbecue spots.
When did the park open? In 1993.
Who is the park named after? Basel writer Cécile Ines Loos, who lived and worked in the city most of her life.
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