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Cycling Tip for Fall
2-day tour with RheinWelten
Explore the Rhine from Stein am Rhein to Bad Zurzach by bike and get lots of tips along the way.
About the Route
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bike safari
You'll spend two days on the " bike camper " and stay overnight at an exclusive location.
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Schaffhausen - Diessenhofen
Cruises on the Rhine
Several daily sightseeing cruises on the Rhine with the regular boat service.
To the Schedule
Various stands where you can taste wine are set up in the cloister at Allerheiligen. People are standing at the stalls and drinking wine.
27. through 29. August 2026
Schafuuser Wiiprob
Taste regional wines from over 30 winemakers in the unique atmosphere of the Kreuzgang Schaffhausen.
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Various stands where you can taste wine are set up in the cloister at Allerheiligen. People are standing at the stalls and drinking wine.
27. through 29. August 2026
Schafuuser Wiiprob
Taste regional wines from over 30 winemakers in the unique atmosphere of the Kreuzgang Schaffhausen.
Get your ticket now
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Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
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Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
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Booklet containing CHF 50.– gift certificates
Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
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Booklet containing CHF 50.– gift certificates
Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
Two cyclists are on the bank of a river. A waterfall can be seen in the background. A castle is located on the opposite bank.
Cycling Tip for Fall
2-day tour with RheinWelten
Explore the Rhine from Stein am Rhein to Bad Zurzach by bike and get lots of tips along the way.
About the Route
A woman is lying in a tent set up on a cargo bike, looking out at the vineyard landscape. A person is sitting in front of the tent, eating breakfast.
Your Next Cycling Adventure
bike safari
You'll spend two days on the " bike camper " and stay overnight at an exclusive location.
Book Now
Schaffhausen - Diessenhofen
Cruises on the Rhine
Several daily sightseeing cruises on the Rhine with the regular boat service.
To the Schedule
Various stands where you can taste wine are set up in the cloister at Allerheiligen. People are standing at the stalls and drinking wine.
27. through 29. August 2026
Schafuuser Wiiprob
Taste regional wines from over 30 winemakers in the unique atmosphere of the Kreuzgang Schaffhausen.
Get your ticket now
Various stands where you can taste wine are set up in the cloister at Allerheiligen. People are standing at the stalls and drinking wine.
27. through 29. August 2026
Schafuuser Wiiprob
Taste regional wines from over 30 winemakers in the unique atmosphere of the Kreuzgang Schaffhausen.
Get your ticket now
A person is holding the Enjoyment-Booklet the air. It’s a brochure featuring tips for enjoying yourself and coupons to redeem.
Booklet containing CHF 50.– gift certificates
Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
A person is holding the Enjoyment-Booklet the air. It’s a brochure featuring tips for enjoying yourself and coupons to redeem.
Booklet containing CHF 50.– gift certificates
Enjoyment-Booklet 2026
The " Enjoyment-Booklet " can be redeemed at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions.
Give the Gift of Enjoyment Today
From the Rhine Falls

to Lake Constance

Schaffhauserland

Welcome to

Schaffhauserland

Located in a picturesque landscape. Characterized by the Rhine, endless vineyards, dense forests and the hills of the Randen, made for hiking and cycling - that's the Schaffhauserland. Discover the 171 bay windows of the old town of Schaffhausen, feel the fine spray of the thundering Rhine Falls on your skin, enjoy the fruity-fresh wines of Schaffhausen's wine region or stroll through the gem of Stein am Rhein and be enchanted by the medieval charm and facade paintings.

Give the gift of enjoyment

with the Enjoyment-Booklet, redeemable at restaurants, hotels, and cultural and recreational attractions

A person is holding the Enjoyment-Booklet the air. It’s a brochure featuring tips for enjoying yourself and coupons to redeem.
2-day bike tour with RheinWelten

Discover the Rhine and the attractions along the route from Stein am Rhein to Bad Zurzach

Two friends are sitting on a wooden bench by the Rhine, with a view of Stein am Rhein. Two e-bikes are parked behind them.
Industrial Heritage of Schaffhausen

Guided tour on Monday, September 14, at 6 p.m.

A view from above of the steel foundry. Modern apartment buildings stand alongside the former industrial site.
On the road with Lukas Britschgi

The 2025 European Figure Skating Champion's Favorite Places and Places of Enjoyment

Lukas Britschgi, the 2025 European Figure Skating Champion, is at the Schaffhausen Observatory.
medieval times express

Bundled Offer: Rhyality, Rhyfall-Express & City Tour

Highlight events

An old city facade with an archway at night. The facade is illuminated with the slogan "Museumsnacht Hegau-Schaffhausen."
19.
Sep.
September 19, 2026Saturday, September 19, 2026
Museum Night Hegau-Schaffhausen

Experience museums, galleries, and many other places for one night. Discover, meet, and engage in conversation: that is the Schaffhausen-Hegau Museum Night.

to the Museum Night
A couple is holding hands. They are walking through the colorfully decorated alleys at the Autumn Festival in Wilchingen.
26.
Sep.
September and OctoberSeptember 26–October 11, 26
Autumn Festivals

The autumn festivals in the Pinot Noir area celebrate wine, indulgence, and culture – with tastings and an autumnal atmosphere amidst picturesque villages and vineyards.

to the autumn festivals
Lively get-together in an alley in Schaffhausen. Some are enjoying an aperitif, while others are dancing.
2.
Oct.
Every first Friday of the monthFriday, October 2, 26
First Friday

Every first Friday of the month, Schaffhausen's Old Town becomes a stage: Culture, culinary delights, and creativity invite you to discover, marvel, and enjoy.

to First Friday
Two girls, each carrying a large shopping bag with Herbstmesse written on it, stroll between stalls.
21.
Oct.
October 21–25, 2026Oct. 21–25, 2026
Schaffhausen Fall Fair

Colorful and always surprising - that's the Schaffhausen Autumn Fair: Over 160 exhibitors present their products and services and invite you to taste them.

to the fall fair
A view from above at night, showing the illuminated Munot. Beams of light shine into the night sky.
28.
Oct.
October 25 through November 8, 2026Oct. 28 – Nov. 8, 2026
Rheinlicht Festival

Experience Schaffhausen in the most beautiful light. Light installations scattered throughout the city create a unique backdrop.

About the Festival
A woman is holding a child's hand and watching the carousel.
2.
Dec.
December 2, 2026, through January 3, 2027Dec. 2, 2026 – Jan. 3, 2027
Märlistadt Stein am Rhein

Starting December 3, the Märlistadt Stein am Rhein visitors December lights, fairy-tale scenes, music, and culinary delights in its historic old town.

to the Märlistadt
An event hall has been converted into a cinema. Various chairs and fabric armchairs are set up inside, and a large screen hangs at the very front.
13.
Jan.
January 13–17, 2027Jan. 13–17, 2027
Schaffhausen Film Festival

For a few days in January , Kammgarn movie theater January set up at the Kammgarn Cultural Center. Well-known classics and new regional releases will be shown on the big screen.

to the Film Festival
A piano with sheet music. A person is playing with one hand.
8.
Feb.
February 8–14, 2027Feb. 8–14, 2027
Schaffhausen Masterclasses

During the master classes, Schaffhausen becomes a workshop for classical music. Practice rooms are open. Listen to young talents making music.

to the masterclasses
A band with drums, saxophone, double bass, electric guitar, and trumpet stands on a stage. Spotlights cast a blue light on the musicians.
9.
May
May 9–15, 2027May 9–15, 2027
Schaffhausen Jazz Festival

Every May , Schaffhausen May the jazz capital of Switzerland.

To the Jazz Festival
Many cyclists are on a road that is closed to cars. The road runs along a stream and fields.
9.
May
May 9, 2027Sunday, May 9, 2027
slowUp Schaffhausen-Hegau

Go full power with your bike, e-bike, or inline skates – on this day, the roads will be closed to cars along the 38-kilometer circular route.

to slowUp
A crowd with many marquees on the left and right.
11.
June
June 11 and 12, 2027June 11–12, 2027
Lindli Festival

The Lindli Fäscht delights with live music, culinary treats, and children's attractions directly on the Rhine. Two days of festive atmosphere for all ages in Schaffhausen.

To the Lindli Festival
People are standing in an art exhibition.
17.
June
June 17–20, 2027June 17–20, 2027
Schaffhausen Culture Days

For four days in June , venues throughout Schaffhausen June into stages, showcasing the diversity of Schaffhausen’s culture.

to the Culture Days
A square between houses in the old town. The square is filled with people. In the foreground, there is a stage with the inscription "Stars in Town".
3.
Aug.
3. through 14. August 202703. - 14.08.27
Stars in Town

In the heart of Schaffhausen's old town, world-class bands and Swiss stars transform the city into a lively festival over six evenings.

to Stars in Town
Benches in an illuminated courtyard. The benches are filled with people. A Kleine Bühne is set up, with a musician performing on it.
11.
Aug.
11. through 27. August 202711. - 21.08.27
nordArt Theatre Festival

The nordArt Theater Festival delights with witty, high-quality productions in a family-friendly atmosphere right in the heart of Stein am Rhein.

To the nordArt Theatre Festival
24.
May
May 24–28, 2028May 24–28, 2028
32nd International Bach Festival Schaffhausen

The Schaffhausen Bach Festival is one of Switzerland's most important Baroque festivals—featuring top-tier ensembles, innovative concert programs, and cantata services.

to the Bach Festival
View over the rooftops of Schaffhausen's old town. A church tower rises up in the center.
1.
Sep.
September 1–3, 2028September 1–3, 2028
Schaffhausen City Festival

A three-day city festival in Schaffhausen's Old Town, featuring stages, food and drink stands, and family activities.

To the City Festival

the Schaffhauserland

The Schaffhauserland lies at the northernmost tip of Switzerland. There, where the Rhine characterizes the landscape and gentle hills merge into the expanses of the Klettgau and the heights of the Randen. Nestled between the cantons of Zurich and Thurgau to the south and Germany to the north and west, the Schaffhauserland has its own unique character: authentic villages, picturesque river landscapes and vast vineyards invite you to discover, enjoy and linger.

The area of the Canton of Schaffhausen is colored rosé. The individual municipalities are marked on it.
The area of the Canton of Schaffhausen is colored rosé. The individual municipalities are marked on it.
The area of the Canton of Schaffhausen is colored rosé. The individual municipalities are marked on it.
The outline of Switzerland, including its large lakes, is marked. The canton of Schaffhausen in the north is completely colored.
Schaffhausen
A view of the round Munot Fortress surrounded by grapevines. Behind it, Schaffhausen's Old Town is visible, with the sun setting behind the hill.
Stein am Rhein
View of Hohenklingen Castle in Stein am Rhein. It is surrounded by an autumnal forest.
Rhine Falls
A view from behind of the two rocks situated in the middle of the waterfall, with golden light shining upon it.
in the countryside
A bird's-eye view of the " Bergtrotte " in Osterfingen. It is surrounded by bright orange grapevines.