Stein am Rhein, a picturesque country town in the county of Schaffhausen, is a medieval gem that exudes tranquility and charm – painted facades, pretty oriels and a riverside promenade invite you to stroll and enjoy the sights.
The square is bordered by houses with painted facades and neat bays, and by splendid half-timbered houses. Overlooking the town is the Castle of Hohenklingen, built into the forest and vineyards. St. Georgen, a very well preserved Benedictine Cloister, was built from the 14th to the 16th century, and is, together with the museum, well worth visiting.
Location: Stein am Rhein is situated where the Rhine River leaves the Bodensee (Lake Constance).
How to get there:
Location: Stein am Rhein is situated where the Rhine River leaves the Bodensee (Lake Constance).
How to get there:
By train: Connections every half hour from Schaffhausen. Time for the journey 20 minutes.
By boat: during high season departure from Schaffhausen. Time for the journey 2 hours.
By car: about 20 km from Schaffhausen.
By boat: during high season departure from Schaffhausen. Time for the journey 2 hours.
By car: about 20 km from Schaffhausen.