Eurovision 2025: Basel hosts the music contest in the heart of Europe

Eurovision 2025: Basel hosts the music contest in the heart of Europe

The Swiss city of Basel is preparing for a big event - Eurovision 2025 will be held here. This decision was made after a careful selection, which took into account the local infrastructure and the ability to host thousands of delegations, fans and journalists from all over the world.

Dates of semi-finals and final

The organizers of the competition announced that the semi-finals will be held on May 13 and 15 at the St. Jakobshalle, and the grand final is on May 17.

The cultural capital of Switzerland

Basel has long been known for its numerous art institutions and museums, making it one of the largest cultural centers in Europe. "We are looking forward to the opportunity to present Basel to the world as a cosmopolitan city of culture located in the heart of Europe", — said the president of the Basel government Konradin Kramer.

Historical context

Interestingly, it was Switzerland that became the first Eurovision host country in 1956. Then the competition was hosted by the city of Lugano, and the representative of the host country, Liz Assia, won with the song "Refrain". This gives special symbolism to the return of the competition to Switzerland after almost 70 years.

Expectations and forecasts

Eurovision 2025 in Basel promises to be unforgettable. The city, which already has the fame of a cultural magnet, is ready to welcome guests from all over the world. This music competition is a great opportunity for Basel to once again confirm its status as the cultural capital of Switzerland.

Editor: Yana Davydiuk