5 hikes along the water

Five varied hikes await you in the canton of Schaffhausen, which always take you close to the water. You can discover the region's impressive water landscapes along the Rhine, the Biber or the Wutach. A variety of nature experiences and exciting sights await you along the way. Combine exercise in the fresh air with unforgettable impressions.

Two hikers on the banks of the Rhine.

Rhine Vine Route

Pure nature awaits you on the Rhine Vine Route: hike along the Rhine, discover rare animals, beautiful picnic spots and refresh yourself in the cool water. Breathtaking views and unforgettable nature experiences make this hike perfect for the whole family.

Schleitheim - Seldehaalde - Schleitheim

Start in Schleitheim for an attractive circular hike. Discover the renaturalized Wutach, blossoming Märzenglöggli in spring and idyllic woodlands. Small treasures await you along the way and pretty barbecue spots invite you to take a leisurely break.

A wooden bridge over a river. To the left and right is a forest.
The Rhine Falls with the Mittelsen in the middle and Schloss Laufen on the right.

Small & large Rhine Falls circular trail

The two Rhine Falls circular trails take you leisurely along the banks of the Rhine. They are ideal for combining your walk with a visit to the impressive Rhine Falls and the many attractions around it - a perfect combination of nature and adventure.

Rhine hike with river journey

Between Diessenhofen and Stein am Rhein , you will experience one of the most varied tours on the High Rhine. With an impressive river journey , it becomes a circular tour: you can expect breathtaking views, barbecue spots, long riverside paths, medieval towns and pure nature.

View from above of the Rhine, where a regular boat service operates, and the small town of Diessenhofen in the background.
An adult woman with two children on a path next to a river. Both children are sitting on a balance bike. Next to them is a plaque with a picture of a beaver.

Biberweg Thayngen

The beaver trail in Thayngen is an interactive trail for families, schoolchildren and nature lovers. Information boards give you exciting insights into the world of the beaver. Treat yourself to a break and take a trip to the Reiat.