Thanks everyone. It's normal to feel it a few hours after arrival and next morning. I would like to explore the local hills if possible/see other cities while I'm here, and also nights out from back at uni.

Thanks,
Mike.

Thanks for that info as well. I'm looking at going to Germany for food shopping on Saturday, and to a bar for a drink on Friday night, things are looking up!

Would anyone happen to know a cashpoint around the Eglisee area of Basel, that lets you withdraw from a LloydsTSB or Nationwide Debit Card (aware of the charges).

Thanks,
Mike.