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
30°
32°
18°
sunny
amount of rainfall
0.2 l/m²
hours of sunshine
13h
tomorrow
24°
24°
19°
the day after tomorrow
18°
19°
16°

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

MS München on Lake Constance

Passenger ships

A light breeze that strokes your face, rays of sunshine on the water and the scent of summer in the air: That is the Lake Constance Feeling. The best time on Lake Constance is spent on the water....

KrippenWelt Museum

Switzerland's first and only crèche museum offers more than 600 nativity scenes from around the world. Our cozy bistro with its beautiful courtyard invites you to linger and enjoy, as does our...

Aerial photograph of the Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen at Lake Constance

Rhine Falls

Every year, more than two million visitors make the pilgrimage to Schaffhausen to see the roaring waters of the Rhine. That is why Schaffhausen is sometimes called the “City of the Rhine Falls”....

Selected events in Schaffhauserland

Top event

Museum Night Hegau Schaffhausen

19. September

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Hegau-Schaffhausen Museum Night invites visitors to explore museums, galleries and numerous cultural venues throughout a unique evening. Discover art, culture...

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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...

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Vinobile Feldkirch

24. April until 26. April

Vinobile Feldkirch is a wine and food festival in the historic center of Feldkirch, where regional and international winemakers present their wines. Visitors can sample wines at various stands, learn...

Selected tours in Schaffhauserland

Hegau Route - Hemishofen | © Schaffhauserland Tourismus

Hegau Route

2:00 h
© MTK, Dagmar Schwelle

Adventure trip on Untersee

1 day
Stand up Paddling  | © Surfmax Hard

The lake for active holidaymakers

8 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