A unique airport located at the intersection of France, Germany, and Switzerland is drawing global attention — especially as thousands descend on Basel for Eurovision 2025.
EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, often simply called EuroAirport, holds the rare distinction of being the only airport in the world with exits in two countries — and, arguably, the only place on Earth where travelers can arrive in three countries at once.
Situated on French territory in the Alsace commune of Saint-Louis, the airport serves the nearby cities of Mulhouse in France, Freiburg in Germany, and Basel in Switzerland — the current host of Eurovision.
Though physically located in France, the airport is jointly operated by both French and Swiss authorities, with input from German officials.
It features separate Swiss and French sectors, each equipped with its own border and customs controls, allowing passengers to transit between areas without passing through traditional checkpoints.
British travelers flying into the airport may encounter both French and Swiss border police, depending on the terminal they use.
This week, fans boarded a special easyJet flight bound for Eurovision in Basel, turning the journey into a lively celebration in the skies.
The airport itself has become something of a symbol of post-war cooperation, having been founded in 1946 as a joint venture to support regional collaboration in the wake of WWII.
From the airport, Basel is just five miles away, while Mulhouse is around 15 miles south.
Freiburg lies 43 miles north, with regular transport connections linking all three cities to the terminal. A customs-free road also links the Swiss side of the airport directly to Basel.
The surrounding region offers plenty for visitors, including the Black Forest in Germany and the scenic Alsace towns famous for their wine routes and medieval timber-framed architecture. One highlight is Colmar, often called the “capital of Alsace wine,” located just 35 miles away.
EuroAirport currently serves more than 25 airlines — including easyJet and Wizz Air — and offers flights to over 100 destinations across 30 countries. UK travelers can access it directly from London, Manchester, Bristol, and Dublin.
Spanning roughly 1.4 million square feet, the airport features duty-free shops, dining options, and dual-currency payment systems — allowing passengers to use both euros and Swiss francs depending on where they shop.
As Eurovision celebrations continue in Basel, EuroAirport remains a testament to international collaboration and a gateway to one of Europe’s most interconnected regions.