Welcome to Centrepoint
a volunteer-run English-speaking community in the heart of Basel where people connect, join activities, and make friends
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Trips & tours
Sunday Walk, 22nd Feb – Kilchberg to Gelterkinden
Why not join this month’s Sunday Walk? A relaxed walk of around two hours, suitable for most walkers. Enjoy the surroundings and good company, with the option for a coffee at the end.
Centrepoint news
President’s Words
Centrepoint's website has been modernised and I am pleased to introduce it to you!
Volunteer of the month
Maik Schulte-Althoff: February 2026
Maik was an integral part of the project team that built a new website from scratch, which was a huge task.
Trips & tours
Private Tour of the Tropical Greenhouse
This second joint event of Centrepoint and BaselConnect is a private tour of the new tropical greenhouse in Basel’s famous botanical garden.
Event report
Visit to Salt Works in Schweizerhalle
The visit to the Saline AG on 21st January began with an engaging video tracing the history of salt—from its origins over 13.8 billion years ago to modern-day production in Pratteln.
Event report
Beatrix Potter and a Guest from Australia
Guest speaker Anthony Macleod from Australia provided a new perspective on Beatrix Potter, an amazing woman.
What our members say
“Finding Centrepoint was a turning point for me after leaving Ukraine. The supportive community here has helped me feel connected and at home in Switzerland.”
Viktoriya from Ukraine
"I enjoy teaching beginners’ bridge at Centrepoint because it blends problem-solving, fast feedback, and intuitive pattern-spotting into a game played with people, not just against them. Watching newcomers discover the pleasure of playing bridge — and even give me new insights — is genuinely rewarding."
Sev from Russia
“I really enjoy volunteering on the Front Desk, as the variety of tasks makes every shift engaging and helps me feel connected to the Centrepoint community. Volunteering with the Italian Conversation Group is also rewarding as it gives me pleasure to share my language and help others develop their skills."
Francesca from Italy
"Volunteering at Centrepoint gives me the chance to organise fun events like minigolf, summer meet-ups, and visits to interesting places. I also enjoy being part of the Photography Club, where we share our passion, meet new people, and work together to make the group a success."
Marcel from Switzerland
“I have found a truly welcoming, international community at Centrepoint. Participating in its diverse activities has strengthened my spoken English and given me a supportive space where I feel I belong.”
Sissi from Switzerland
“I’ve discovered Basel in new ways and learned about many different subjects through Centrepoint’s talks and trips. It’s also been rewarding to contribute by hosting a French discussion group.”
Jean-Christian from Canada
“I enjoy volunteering at the Welcome Desk during weekly Coffee Mornings, where I can greet members and offer new members and visitors a friendly introduction. It’s rewarding to help people settle into the Centrepoint community.”
Steffen from the Netherlands