Basel car rentals from C$ 58/day

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Volkswagen Polo car
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
C$ 58/day
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Mitsubishi ASX car
Mitsubishi ASX
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
C$ 62/day
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Mini Countryman car
Mini Countryman
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 85/day
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Volkswagen Touran car
Volkswagen Touran
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
C$ 104/day
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Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
C$ 118/day
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Ford Focus Wagon car
Ford Focus Wagon
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
C$ 63/day
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Seat Arona car
Seat Arona
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
C$ 65/day
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Ford Mondeo Estate car
Ford Mondeo Estate
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 66/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 88/day
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Mazda Mazda6 Tourer car
Mazda Mazda6 Tourer
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 104/day
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BMW 3 Series Touring car
BMW 3 Series Touring
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
C$ 113/day
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BMW 5 Series Touring car
BMW 5 Series Touring
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
C$ 144/day
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Budget

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

C$ 107/day

Good deal

C$ 84/day

When to book a rental car in Basel

Average daily price per month
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Basel car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

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Verified travelerOct 2023
No tips needed, excellent setup with cars right by arrivals. You can be in your car within 5 minutes!
Verified travelerSep 2023
When returning to the return rental lot, get a ticket at the rental car return gate like you were parking there. The gate will open. Park in a space for your company and take the key inside.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Basel

  • Basel is a great place to be based, especially with a rental car. A vehicle will allow you to explore not only the city’s main attractions, such as its many art galleries and museums, but also other destinations in Switzerland, Germany, and France. Head to Rotteln Castle in Germany, which is only about 25 minutes away from Basel, or to the Black Forest for some fairytale-like views.
  • EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg (EAP) is about a 10-minute drive from Basel’s city center. The airport is divided into two sectors, the French one and the Swiss one, and you can circulate between both through the access area on the terminal’s third floor. Car rental desks on the French side are located on level 2 of Hall 1, and on the Swiss side they can be found on level 2 of Hall 4.
  • Because the Old Town area can be tricky to navigate, opt for parking the car in the surrounding areas instead. If you do drive there, remember that trams always have the priority. Dipped headlights must be on at all times. If you drive through rural areas, be cautious as you may come across herds of animals crossing the roads.
  • As with any main city, Basel experiences some heavy traffic during peak hour, so avoid driving between 6 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., and then again between 4:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. during the week. The A35 heading to the airport can also get quite congested during rush hour, so if you have to be at the airport at a specific time, plan your journey accordingly.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Basel for C$ 84 or less
  • Book your rental car in Basel at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Basel are around 36% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Basel

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Basel?

    If you’re just driving across the city of Basel, a small, compact car is a better option for navigating and parking downtown. But if you’re hitting the road and heading to the countryside or even across country borders, book a mid-size sedan, as it offers more space and comfort, especially if you’re with family or friends.

  • What’s the speed limit in Basel?

    The speed limit in built-up areas is usually 50 km/h (31 mph) unless the posted signs indicate otherwise. The speed limit on main roads and other minor roads outside urban areas is 80 km/h (50 mph), and on expressways it is 100 km/h (62 mph). Motorways allow drivers to go at a maximum speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Basel?

    Avoid parking in the Old Town, as spaces are scarce and fairly expensive. Metered parking across the city is enforced from 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday to Saturday, with rates ranging between $1-3 per hour, depending on location. For longer stays, you can buy either a half-day ticket or a day ticket, for $6 and $10 respectively, at the BVB (Basler Verkehrs Betriebe) ticket machines.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Basel?

    On average a rental car in Basel costs C$ 107 per day.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Basel?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Basel. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Basel?

    The average gas price in Basel is C$ 10.63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 127 and C$ 170, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Basel?

    Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Basel.

  • Which car rental companies are at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)?

    Car rental companies onsite at EuroAirport Swiss include Budget, Sixt and Thrifty.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from EuroAirport Swiss to off-airport locations include Budget, Sixt and Thrifty.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Mulhouse EuroAirport (MLH)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Mulhouse EuroAirport to off-airport locations include Budget and Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Basel?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Basel?

    An Economy car rental in Basel costs C$ 83 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Basel?

    A Compact car rental in Basel costs C$ 88 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Basel?

    An Intermediate car rental in Basel costs C$ 119 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Basel?

    In Basel, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz Airport Basel-mulhouse (7 km from city centre ).

Basel car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

6.0

3 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Basel Ap

+41 61 325 27 80

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:30 - 23:00

Nauenstrasse 33

+41 61 325 27 80

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

Riehenstrasse 165

+41 61 685 99 00

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

8.0

4 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Central Bahnplatz 1

+41 848 445 522

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Delivery And Collection Only

Opening times not available

Flughafen Basel-mulhouse

+41 848 445 522

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday07:00 - 13:00

Schonaustrasse 25

+41 848 445 522

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday07:00 - 13:00

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Europcar

8.8

Very good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.2

Value for money

8.0

5 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Basel-mulhouse Airport (swiss Side)

+41 61 325 29 03

Opening times not available

C/o Roche Bau 78

+41 61 683 04 30

Opening times not available

Peter Merian - Strasse 58

+41 61 205 90 90

Opening times not available

Reinacherstrasse 149/151

+41 61 205 08 10

Opening times not available

Riehenring 45

+41 61 378 99 66

Opening times not available

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Alamo

8.7

Very good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Centralbahnplatz 14

+41 848 445 522

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Flughafen Basel Mulhouse

+41 848 445 522

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday07:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Dominik, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Very friendly service and the car in great condition

1 out of 1

Sixt

8.6

Very good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Euroairport

+41 848 884 444

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:30 - 23:00
Sunday08:30 - 23:00

Schwarzwaldallee 242

+41 61 683 59 89

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Dolev, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Great

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2022

KAYAK
Book rental car with car company directly in the future if you do not want to be a sandwich between a online travel agency and a rental car company.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

7.2

Good

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

7.2

3 locations in Basel

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Locations in Basel

Basel Ap

+41 61 325 29 80

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:30 - 23:00

Nauenstrasse 33

+41 61 205 92 22

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

Riehenstrasse 165

+41 61 685 99 00

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00

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Hertz

6.8

Okay

Read 9 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

6.2

4 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Airport Basel-mulhouse

+41 61 325 27 80

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:30 - 23:00

Brueglingerstrasse 2

+41 61 335 63 00

Monday07:30 - 23:0013:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:0013:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:0013:00 - 18:00
Thursday13:00 - 18:0007:30 - 23:00
Friday13:00 - 18:0007:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00

Nauenstrasse 33

+41 61 205 92 22

Monday07:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:00
Wednesday07:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

Riehenstrasse 165

+41 61 685 99 00

Monday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 23:00
Tuesday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 23:00
Wednesday08:00 - 23:0013:00 - 18:00
Thursday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 23:00
Friday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 23:00

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact station wagon

KAYAK
Had to return original car due to mechanical warning light. Second vehicle was an upgrade. Great vehicle and experience overall.

2.0 Poor

Şenol, Dec 2024

Economy

KAYAK
They didnt give car, and said credit card is not working. Later they said they can try another cresit card if i pay 325 $ (my reservation vas for 155$)But i rent anorher car from sixth 5 min later just next to them with the same excat credit card.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Staff was rude and very unhelpful, worst of a kind. Lousy service, ZERO online review.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Premium SUV

KAYAK
The entire experience was excellent, but so far I have not received a final receipt in my email.

4.0 Mediocre

Ben, Nov 2022

KAYAK
After dropping the car off and being told that the car was okay after the inspection, Hertz over 24 hours later emailed me assessing me over $200 in damages. Is it because I returned the car full of gas and they couldn’t charge me over $200 for that? I don’t know, but it’s super shady in my opinion. Emailed them, and it’ll take 10 business days before I even get to hear back. What a joke!

Avis

6.0

Okay

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

Flughafen

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
I havent received yet my receipt for the Avis reservation 43329020US0

Budget

2.0

Poor

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Basel

fromC$ 77/day

Locations in Basel

Flughafen Basel Muehlhausen

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Economy

KAYAK
They charge me 50€ for crossing the boarding. I m very disappointed. It wasn’t written on the web cite !!!

Fox

8.0

Very good

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

Europcar Basel Mulhouse Airport Swiss Side Arrivals Hall

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

National

6.8

Okay

2 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Centralbahnplatz 14

+41 848 445 522

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59

Flughafen Baselmu Postfach 142

+41 848 445 522

Monday07:00 - 13:00
Tuesday07:00 - 13:00
Wednesday07:00 - 13:00
Thursday07:00 - 13:00
Friday07:00 - 13:00
Saturday07:00 - 13:00
Sunday07:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

FLIZZR

2.0

Poor

2 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Basel-mulhouse Airport (swiss Side)

+41 84 825 00 10

Opening times not available

Schwarzwaldallee 265

+41 61 683 59 89

Opening times not available

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keddy by Europcar

6.2

Okay

6 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Amag Automobil Und Motoren Ag

+41 61 205 08 10

Monday07:30 - 23:0013:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 23:0013:30 - 17:30
Wednesday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:00
Thursday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:00
Friday07:30 - 23:0013:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:00

Basel-Mulhouse Airport (Swiss Side)

Opening times not available

C/O Roche Bau 78- Chrischonastrasse 40

Opening times not available

Gueterstrasse 115

+41 61 205 90 90

Monday07:30 - 23:0007:30 - 23:0013:30 - 17:30
Tuesday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:0007:30 - 23:00
Wednesday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:0007:30 - 23:00
Thursday07:30 - 23:0013:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:00
Friday13:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:0007:30 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:0007:00 - 13:00
Sunday16:00 - 18:00

Nauenstrasse 55

Opening times not available

Swissotel Le Plaza- Messeplatz 25

+41 61 378 99 66

Monday07:00 - 13:0012:30 - 13:3013:30 - 17:3007:30 - 23:00
Tuesday07:30 - 23:0007:00 - 13:0012:30 - 13:3013:30 - 17:30
Wednesday13:30 - 17:3012:30 - 13:3007:30 - 23:0007:00 - 13:00
Thursday13:30 - 17:3012:30 - 13:3007:30 - 23:0007:00 - 13:00
Friday12:30 - 13:3013:30 - 17:3007:00 - 13:0007:30 - 23:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:00

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No reviews available

Goldcar Rental SP

5.7

Fair

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Firefly

4.3

Mediocre

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

Basel Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

7 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Brueglingerstrasse 2

Opening times not available

Flughafen Basel-Mulhouse

Opening times not available

Hauptstrasse 114

Opening times not available

Nauenstrasse 33

Opening times not available

Peter Merian-Strasse 58

Opening times not available

Riehenring 45

Opening times not available

Riehenstrasse 165

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Unirent

No score available yet

5 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

115, Guterstrasse

Opening times not available

45, Riehenring, Congress Center Basel, Basel, Switzerland

Opening times not available

Basel airport

061 325 29 03

Opening times not available

Europcar

+41 61 378 99 66

Opening times not available

Europcar

+41 61 205 90 90

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Edel & Stark

No score available yet

2 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Basel City

+41 62 295 15 15

Opening times not available

Basel-mulhouse Airport (swiss Side)

+41 62 295 15 15

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

2 locations in Basel

Locations in Basel

Basel-mulhouse Airport (swiss Side)

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

C/o Roche Bau 78 Chrischonastrasse 40

+41 61 683 04 30

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Nomadcar

No score available yet

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

Basel-mulhouse Airport (swiss Side)

+41 21 588 13 21

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Rhodium

No score available yet

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

EuroAirport Basel–Mulhouse–Freiburg

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

TravelCar

No score available yet

One location in Basel

Locations in Basel

7 Rue de l'Industrie

Opening times not available

Filters

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48 travellers who rented a car in Basel gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.8

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Basel car rental information

Pick-up locationBasel
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Compact station wagon, Economy, Full-size SUV, Full-size station wagon, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Intermediate station wagon, Luxury station wagon, Minivan, Standard station wagon
Rental locations57
Airport locations22
Popular agenciesEuropcar, Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz

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