iFondation Beyeler
The Fondation Beyeler in Riehen, just outside Basel, houses the collection of Hildy and Ernst Beyeler in a museum designed by Renzo Piano, which opened in 1997. In 2026 it gained a new building, the Wyss Museum by Peter Zumthor, and an enlarged park. Alongside the collection it stages major solo exhibitions of modern and contemporary artists.
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What's On
Constellations
About 230 works from the collection across the Wyss Museum, the Piano building and the park, on art, architecture and nature.
Ruth Asawa
The first European retrospective of Ruth Asawa, with wire and bronze sculptures, drawings, prints, paintings and public works.
Frida Kahlo
Switzerland's first monographic Frida Kahlo show: around 50 paintings and 15 drawings, centred on her self-portraits.
Louise Bourgeois
About 100 works by Louise Bourgeois, including monumental Cells and spider sculptures shown in both buildings and the park.
Elizabeth Peyton
A comprehensive overview of Elizabeth Peyton's portraits of friends, artists and musicians, in paintings, drawings and prints.
Plan Your Visit
Getting there
Baselstrasse 101, 4125 Riehen, Switzerland
Nearest station: Fondation Beyeler (tram 2 and 6) and Riehen (S6)
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| Mon | 10:00–18:00 |
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–20:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| SunToday | 10:00–18:00 |
Admission
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Free for visitors up to age 25. Timed-entry tickets must be booked online in advance; prices vary by exhibition.
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Visitor Information
- How much does Fondation Beyeler cost?
- Ticket prices for Fondation Beyeler change by season and by exhibition. Free for visitors up to age 25. Timed-entry tickets must be booked online in advance; prices vary by exhibition.. See the museum's website for the current rates and any concessions.
- What are the opening hours of Fondation Beyeler?
- Fondation Beyeler is open Daily 10:00 to 18:00, Wednesdays until 20:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Fondation Beyeler?
- Fondation Beyeler is located at Baselstrasse 101, 4125 Riehen, Switzerland, in the Riehen area of Basel. The nearest stations are Fondation Beyeler (tram 2 and 6) and Riehen (S6).
- What can I see at Fondation Beyeler?
- Renzo Piano's museum in Riehen holds the Beyeler collection of modern art, set in a park and newly expanded by Peter Zumthor. Current highlights include Ruth Asawa, Frida Kahlo and Louise Bourgeois.
- Do I need to book Fondation Beyeler in advance?
- Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
- When is the best time to visit Fondation Beyeler?
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.
Image credits
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- Fondation BeyelerTaxiarchos228 / Wikimedia Commons