St. Alban is an area right on the edge of Basel's city center. Way back when (circa 1300s) it was considered the suburbs. In 1356 Basel was damaged by a major earthquake that crumbled part of the wall that encompassed the city so when they rebuilt the wall, they include St. Alban. Robert had several collegues in from out of town and arranged a tour of the area. It is a quiet and peacful area with lots of old mansions and the nicest youth hostel I have ever seen. Included on our tour was a house that Herman Hesse lived in, a beautiful old church, a wonderful old paper mill with a working paddlewheel, the old city wall and the St. Alban gate. It is a must see if you come to visit...a wonderful part of town. See our pictures here.
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