Poison Hut

Poison Hut. The Gifthüttli restaurant in Basel has a peculiar name that translates to 'poison hut' due to its history of serving beer, which was considered a n…

Location: Gifthüttli, Basel, Switzerland

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The Gifthüttli restaurant in Basel has a peculiar name that translates to 'poison hut' due to its history of serving beer, which was considered a novelty at the time. The owner, Herr Wiss, started selling beer alongside wine, causing a stir and earning the nickname 'poison' for the beverage. This unusual story has become a part of the restaurant's charm.

Source: Gifthüttli | Mueshaus in der Spalenvorstadt

Poison Hut — Basel, Canton of Zurich

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