Rocking the ESC in Basel with the Revolutionary App: "Basel - Welcome Home"
Revolutionized Escapades: Pioneering App Offers Unique Adventures
Get ready to groove with the return of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) to its roots in Basel, Switzerland! With the catchy phrase "Welcome Home", Basel welcomes the 69th ESC edition and its global audience. The St. Jakobshalle will be the stage for the semi-finals on May 13 and 15, as well as the grand finale on May 17.
To make your ESC sojourn an unforgettable experience, a special app called "Basel - Welcome Home" has been created. Think of it as your ultimate event and city companion, providing all the essential information you'll need, albeit in a fun and interactive way. The app, available for free on popular app stores for both Android and iOS, became accessible early May for the delight of eager spectators.
Salute to the ESC Fans!
The "Basel - Welcome Home" app, your go-to buddy, offers personalized suggestions and valuable tips to maximize your ESC adventure. Explore Basel like a local with the interactive city map, effortlessly locating event venues, sights to behold, and delectable culinary delights. Stay abreast of the latest happenings through the app's news ticker, keeping you updated on every ESC development.
Embrace the Local Vibe
One of the main focuses of the "Basel - Welcome Home" app is to integrate local cultural offerings. Users can gather information about the Eurovision Village, the Euroclub, and other side events with just a few taps. The app encourages the intermingling of international visitors with the city and fosters the integration of the local community into this grand event.
Seamless Commute
In collaboration with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) and regional public transport companies, an extensive mobility concept has been developed. ESC ticket holders enjoy discounts on public transport tickets and can travel for free in the regional area on show days. Extra buses, trams, and shuttle services ensure safe and comfortable journeys to and from the event venues.
A Fringe Festival to Remember
Alongside the main events, Basel offers a captivating fringe program. The Eurovision Village in the Basel Exhibition Quarter features daily live concerts, public viewings, and culinary delights. Additionally, the Eurovision Square on Barfüsserplatz and the Eurovision Boulevard link various ESC venues, creating an electrifying festival atmosphere.
With the "Basel - Welcome Home" app, the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 promises to be not just a remarkable musical affair but also a digital experience that leaves both visitors and locals spellbound. The fusion of innovative technology, sustainable mobility, and cultural diversity make Basel the perfect host for this global event.
Sources: ntv.de, lpe/spot
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I'm not going to be able to do this: Despite the promising digital experience the "Basel - Welcome Home" app offers during the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, it seems that managing this extensive event, incorporating innovative technology, sustainable mobility, and cultural diversity might be a challenge that requires more than just one person.
technology & entertainment: To ensure a seamless Eurovision Song Contest 2025 experience, not only will the "Basel - Welcome Home" app, available on popular app stores for both Android and iOS, offer personalized suggestions and valuable tips but also, various side events, such as the Eurovision Village and Euroclub, can be explored within the app, making it both a practical city companion and an entertaining source of local cultural offerings.
