Basel Spalenberg

At our VIU Store in Basel’s picturesque Old Town, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of high-quality eyewear designed and handcrafted in Switzerland. VIU glasses are made from premium materials and crafted to meet the highest quality standards.

Our lenses feature premium coatings for clear vision and added everyday protection, while our sunglasses provide reliable UV protection. Discover eyewear at our optician in Basel that not only looks good, but also enhances your visual comfort and reflects your personality.

Services at our eyewear store in Basel City

At the VIU Store in the heart of Basel, you can expect more than traditional optician services. Precise vision assessments, modern design and personal advice come together to create a complete eyewear experience. Our aim is to help you find glasses that not only perform exactly as they should, but also complement your individual style.

Free eye test

Whether you need single-vision or multifocal lenses, our qualified opticians and master opticians in Basel carry out a free eye test and determine your prescription accurately and reliably.

We use modern, hygienic equipment and tailor the assessment to your individual visual needs, from straightforward corrections to more specialised lens solutions. Your prescription lenses also come with a 90-day lens compatibility guarantee.

Personalised style consultation

At VIU in Basel City, your personality is at the heart of the consultation. Our experts guide you through the process of choosing your new glasses or sunglasses and introduce you to a carefully curated selection of frames, colours and materials.

Together, we’ll find not only the right frame, but also lenses tailored to your individual visual needs. We’ll also explain the different lens types, coatings and personalised options available to help you achieve the best possible visual comfort.

Fittings and aftercare

To ensure your glasses fit perfectly, we adjust your VIU frames individually when you collect them. Our service also continues after your purchase: we can readjust your glasses whenever needed, carry out minor repairs and provide professional cleaning to help keep them in excellent condition over time.

About our optician in Basel City

In the heart of Basel’s picturesque Old Town, you’ll find our VIU Store at Spalenberg 20 – a place where high-quality design, precise craftsmanship and personal advice come together.

Here, you can discover a carefully curated selection of glasses and sunglasses designed in Switzerland and crafted to exceptionally high standards. Premium materials such as titanium, combined with lenses featuring high-quality coatings, provide lasting quality and excellent visual comfort.

Spalenberg is one of Basel’s most charming and vibrant streets. Our optician in Basel City is only a short walk from the Marktplatz and Universität public transport stops, making the store easy to reach. With the Rhine also nearby, you can easily combine your visit to VIU with a walk through the city or a coffee at one of the surrounding cafés.

The store itself offers a distinctive atmosphere. Historic architectural features such as stone walls and wooden beams meet a modern, minimalist presentation of our eyewear. This combination of heritage and contemporary design creates a calm, inspiring setting for your consultation and selection.

With generous opening hours from Monday to Saturday, you can plan your visit flexibly. Our experienced team takes the time to understand your needs and help you find eyewear that suits both your style and your vision.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Eyewear Store in Basel City (FAQs)

I already have a prescription. Can I order VIU glasses in Basel City?

Yes. If you already have an up-to-date prescription or optical record with your current values, you’re welcome to visit our Basel store at any time. Please make sure your prescription includes not only the standard values for sphere, cylinder and axis, but also your pupillary distance (PD).

We need these measurements to produce your prescription glasses accurately. If any of these values are missing or no longer up to date, you can book a free eye test with us at any time.

Can I get an eye test in Basel without an appointment?

Yes, an eye test may also be possible without an appointment. However, we recommend booking online in advance to avoid waiting times. Subject to availability, our opticians can also carry out the eye test on a walk-in basis. Please note that, ideally, you should not wear contact lenses before your eye test.

How long does an eye test at VIU Basel take?

An eye test usually takes around 20 minutes.