UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 in Basel: 11 Tips for a sustainable visit

Travelling to the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 in Basel by train is your most climate-friendly option. Compared to driving, train travel cuts CO₂ emissions by around 90%, and up to 95% compared to flying (source: Umweltrechner Verkehr).

All match tickets include free public transport to and from the stadium. If you’re staying in a hotel or hostel in Basel, the BaselCard gives you free use of public transport for the duration of your stay.

SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) also provides information on accessible travel to help ensure that everyone can use public transport as independently as possible.

Once in Basel, exploring the city sustainably is easy thanks to its excellent tram and bus network. On match days, your ticket gives you free travel to and from the stadium on the local public transport systems (TNW, Regio Verkehrsverbund Lörrach, and Distribus). If you’re staying overnight, the BaselCard also grants you unlimited access to public transport for the entire duration of your visit.

Multiple tram and bus lines take you straight to fan zones and to St. Jakob-Park, which has its own nearby stops.

If you’re looking for a moment of calm between all the excitement, hop on one of Basel’s charming Rhine ferries. They offer beautiful views of the city and let you experience the Rhine’s beauty from a whole new perspective.

More information on mobility during the Women’s EURO is available here.

The UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 is not only about world-class football, but also about diversity, equality, and togetherness. Under the banner of social sustainability, the tournament empowers women and promotes lasting support for girls and women in the football sport.

Contribute to this spirit by treating others with openness, respect, and kindness – no matter where they’re from, what they look like, or how they live. You’ll help foster an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone feels welcome and valued.

Maybe you’ll strike up a conversation with a volunteer or smile at a fellow fan – small gestures build a strong community and make this tournament a celebration for all.

To minimise waste, Basel runs a reusable system at public events. It’s simple: when you buy food or drink, it is served in reusable dishes or cups, for which you pay a deposit. By returning your cup or plate, you will receive your deposit back. The more consistently you use this reusable system, the less waste you will produce.

Bringing your own shopping bag or water bottle is another simple way to reduce packaging waste.

Despite all efforts, some waste is inevitable. That’s why it’s vital to sort and dispose of rubbish correctly. Whether it’s plastic, glass, PET, or aluminium, please sort your waste carefully and use the recycling stations or bins provided throughout the city and at event venues.

Important: Littering is an offence and could result in a fine of CHF 100 – this includes discarded cigarette butts or single-use vapes, which are particularly harmful to the environment.

Basel boasts nearly 300 public fountains offering fresh, drinkable water around the clock. Bring your reusable bottle and refill it for free – an easy way to stay refreshed while reducing plastic waste.

You can find a full map of fountains and more information here.

Nearly one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions stem from our diets, with animal-based products like meat, fish, and dairy having a particularly high environmental impact. That’s why UEFA Women’s EURO in Basel will feature a high proportion of regional, seasonal and vegetarian food options in the fan zones. Opting for plant-based dishes is good for the planet without having to sacrifice enjoyment.

Not everyone can navigate public spaces with ease. Stairs, crowds, or unclear information can be real obstacles. Help make UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 a welcoming experience for everyone: keep paths clear, communicate clearly, and offer help when needed.

You can share accessibility tips or feedback via ginto.guide, or raise awareness among others.

Visit the accessible city map or check the UEFA site for inclusive services.

Basel offers plenty of sustainable options if you’re looking to shop or enjoy a coffee during your stay. The „Offer“ section of Umwelt Basel features a helpful map and list of:

• Second-hand clothing stores
• Zero-waste and Fairtrade shops
• Cafés and restaurants with sustainable menus

Supporting these businesses promotes mindful consumption and strengthens local social and environmental initiatives.

If you’d like to stay flexible during the UEFA Women’s EURO and explore Basel on two wheels, renting a bicycle or e-bike is easy – with providers such as Velospot, Pick-e-Bike or Rent a Bike available throughout the city.

Basel is also ideal for discovering on foot: the city is compact and easy to navigate, with many sights, cafés, and UEFA Women’s EURO venues just a short walk from one another. A well-developed cycling infrastructure and a dense, safe network of bike routes make getting around simple and sustainable.

For more tips on getting around Basel by foot or bike, visit www.basel-unterwegs.ch.

If you’d like to explore Basel beyond football and discover a different side of the city, you can book a sustainable city tour. These guided walks offer fascinating insights into Basel’s green initiatives – the perfect way to experience the city from a fresh perspective during the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025!

You can find the sustainable city tours here.

There’s also an accessible city tour, which leads you along barrier-free and easy-to-navigate routes to some of Basel’s most beautiful sights.

Prefer to explore at your own pace? Follow the 4-kilometre Climate Trail, where signs along the way offer engaging information via QR codes. You’ll find more details about the Climate Trail here.

For UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, the eight Swiss host cities have developed a shared Sustainability Charter. Its aim: to integrate sustainability into every city-led aspect of the tournament.

This includes specific actions such as redistributing uneaten food, offering free sunscreen dispensers to protect health, or sourcing certified sustainable products.

Learn more about the Sustainability Charter here.