The world’s only airport where you land in three countries at once
The world’s only airport where you land in three countries at once
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It’s a bit of a mouthful, but the EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg is a marvel as unique as its name: it’s the only airport with exits in two countries. And technically, it’s the only place on Earth where you can land in three countries at once.
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Located at the meeting point of the borders of France, Switzerland, and Germany, EuroAirport serves three cities – Basel (Switzerland), Mulhouse (France), and Freiburg (Germany) – and is considered the ‘gateway to the trinational region’. Although the airport is located entirely on French soil, it is managed by both France and Switzerland, with a governing board that includes members from Germany. Confusing, we know.
The airport is comprised of two sections: Swiss and French, each with its own customs post. There is also a border crossing within the terminal, allowing passengers to access the two countries. The layout means that passengers can move between both states without necessarily passing French border controls.
Passengers will encounter both Swiss and French police at the airport, with each responsible for their respective country’s security checks and customs. However, French police officers have the authority to perform random checks in the Swiss section and are responsible for the overall security of the airport.
