Rhine FallsAn excellent day trip from Zurich and close to the town of
Schaffhausen, the Rhine Falls (Rheinfall) is the largest and most
powerful waterfall in Europe, impressive not so much for its height
of 75ft (23m), but more for the mighty volume of water thundering
over its broad breadth. This magnificent natural wonder is
especially remarkable during late spring when the snowmelt adds to
its volume. On the hill above the falls is a medieval castle,
Schloss Laufen, housing a restaurant, shops and a youth hostel.
Rainbow-coloured mists rising from the forest and encircling the
castle create an enchanting atmosphere. In summer one of the
highlights of a visit to the falls is a boat trip across the
white-water of the cataracts to the Centre Rock, with a short climb
up some stairs to the top for an exhilarating view of the rushing
water. Breathtaking views can also be enjoyed from three different
lookout platforms along a path leading from the castle. The Känzeli
Lookout, with a protruding p Address: Schaffhausen Telephone: 052 672 7455 Transportation: Train from Zurich's Hauptbahnhof to Neuhausen, alighting
at the Rheinfall stop, and then a short walk to the falls. From
Schaffhausen buses 1 and 6 |