Wildlife Photographer of the Year
The world’s 100 best nature photographs on display at the Natural History Museum in Basel: The exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year showcases award-winning images that capture fascinating insights into the beauty and diversity of nature.
Through powerful images, a magical glimpse is offered into the hidden wonders of nature – the remarkable behaviour of animals, extraordinary species and breathtaking landscapes. These moving photographs reveal in a unique way why it is worth taking responsibility for our planet.
Since 1965, the renowned competition Wildlife Photographer of the Year has recognised the world’s most outstanding nature photography. The award is organised by the Natural History Museum, London. For this year’s edition, an esteemed jury selected the most powerful images from more than 65,000 entries.
Cordial invitation to our opening ceremony.
Words of Welcome:
David Alder & Basil Thüring, Co-Directors
Conradin Cramer, Regierungspräsident Kanton Basel-Stadt
Maren Bea, Project Manager
Special Guest
Followed by a tour of the exhibition
Join us on a guided tour of the special exhibition WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR, where we present a carefully curated selection of stunning nature photography.
Dive into the creative process behind each photograph and get to know the captivating stories hidden within the images.
The exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year showcases award-winning images that capture fascinating insights into the beauty and diversity of nature.Through powerful images, a magical glimpse is offered into the hidden wonders of nature – the remarkable behaviour of animals, extraordinary species and breathtaking landscapes. These moving photographs reveal in a unique way why it is worth taking responsibility for our planet.
Join us on a guided tour of the special exhibition WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR, where we present a carefully curated selection of stunning nature photography.
Dive into the creative process behind each photograph and get to know the captivating stories hidden within the images.
The exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year showcases award-winning images that capture fascinating insights into the beauty and diversity of nature.Through powerful images, a magical glimpse is offered into the hidden wonders of nature – the remarkable behaviour of animals, extraordinary species and breathtaking landscapes. These moving photographs reveal in a unique way why it is worth taking responsibility for our planet.
Join us on a guided tour of the special exhibition WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR, where we present a carefully curated selection of stunning nature photography.
Dive into the creative process behind each photograph and get to know the captivating stories hidden within the images.
The exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year showcases award-winning images that capture fascinating insights into the beauty and diversity of nature.Through powerful images, a magical glimpse is offered into the hidden wonders of nature – the remarkable behaviour of animals, extraordinary species and breathtaking landscapes. These moving photographs reveal in a unique way why it is worth taking responsibility for our planet.
Join us on a guided tour of the special exhibition WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR, where we present a carefully curated selection of stunning nature photography.
Dive into the creative process behind each photograph and get to know the captivating stories hidden within the images.
The exhibition Wildlife Photographer of the Year showcases award-winning images that capture fascinating insights into the beauty and diversity of nature.Through powerful images, a magical glimpse is offered into the hidden wonders of nature – the remarkable behaviour of animals, extraordinary species and breathtaking landscapes. These moving photographs reveal in a unique way why it is worth taking responsibility for our planet.
Dates
Fr 20.11.2026 till
Sun 27.6.2027
Adults: CHF 19.–
Teenagers (under 20 years): CHF 9.–
Students / Trainees (under 30 years): CHF 9.–
Disabled visitors with ID: CHF 9.–
Children (under 13 years): Admission free
Free admission with the MUSEUMS-PASS-MUSEE, the Swiss Museum Pass and Raiffeisencard MemberPlus.
PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR
Max. 25 people
Duration: 60 min.
Entrance fee during the opening hours of the museum: CHF 390.–
Entrance fee outside of opening hours: CHF 590.–
We will be happy to advise you: nmb@bs.ch or +41 61 266 55 00
Support
Kindly supported by:
Sulger Stiftung
The Ramsay Foundation
Ulrich und Klara Huber-Reber-Stiftung
MEDIA PARTNER
Basler Zeitung