Schaffhauserland

Rhine Falls close to Lake Constance

A little corner of paradise.

The wonderful nature with the Rhine and the Rhine Falls, the unique, historic charm of the medieval towns of Schaffhausen and Stein am Rhein, the fresh and fruity wines of the Schaffhausen pinot noir region and so much more – Schaffhausen is a little corner of paradise offering fantastic experiences.

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Current weather Schaffhauserland

today
23°
24°
15°
slightly cloudy
amount of rainfall
0.5 l/m²
hours of sunshine
7h
tomorrow
25°
26°
13°
the day after tomorrow
20°
21°
13°

Must-dos in the Schaffhauserland region:

  • feel the spray of Europe’s largest waterfall
  • enjoy the most beautiful boat trip in Europe between Schaffhausen and Stein am Rhein
  • taste a fine glass of wine in the pinot noir region around Schaffhausen
  • catch a glimpse of the Untersee, the Hegau area and the Alps from Hohenklingen Castle
  • take a night-time walk through the streets of Schaffhausen or Stein am Rhein with the night watchmen

The right place at the right time of year:

  • spring tip:
    cycle along the Rhine.

  • Summer tip:
    take a refreshing dip in the Rhine.

  • Autumn tip:
    stroll through the Schaffhausen vineyards.

  • Winter tip:
    visit the fairytale town of Stein am Rhein.

Selected attractions in Schaffhauserland

Smilestones - Miniaturwelt am Rheinfall

Smilestones

The indoor excursion destination shows typical landscapes and humorous scenes of Switzerland in miniature. Located directly on the largest waterfall, an ideal addition to your visit to the Rhine...

Hedinger Weingut & Kellerei AG

For three generations, our wines have stood for tradition and innovation. Our high-quality grapes are produced by cultivating the vines close to nature, which we process with great passion in our own...

Aagne Winery

The Gysel Saxer family and their team have been cultivating their vineyards with great passion for several generations. With their experience and new ideas, they vinify outstanding wines.

Selected events in Schaffhauserland

Top event

International Bach Festival

13. May until 17. May

The Bachfest Switzerland 2026 is a renowned music festival dedicated to the music of Johann Sebastian Bach and related works. International and national musicians and ensembles perform at historic...

Top event

Nordart-Theaterfestival

05. August until 15. August

Experience high-quality and witty theatre in the unique atmosphere of the picturesque town of Stein am Rhein. Renowned names and exciting discoveries from the theatre scene perform on several stages...

Schafuser Wiiprob | © Schaffhauserland Tourismus / Bruno Sternegg

Schafuuser Wiiprob

You’re invited each year to the "Schafuuser Wiiprob" at the end of August. More than 30 producers of the Schaffhausen Blauburgunderland present their wines in a mystical atmosphere in the cloister...

Selected tours in Schaffhauserland

The lake for active holidaymakers

4 days
© MTK, Dagmar Schwelle

Adventure trip on Untersee

1 day
Aussicht auf die Burg Meersburg und den Bodensee

Bodensee Highlights

6-7 days

Bookable experiences in Schaffhauserland

Wine & Cheese Tasting

Wine & Cheese Tasting or Wine & Chocolate Tasting

Individual: 32.00 CHF per person

Contact address

Schaffhauserland Tourismus, Vordergasse 73, 8200 Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Switzerland