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"City of 171 Bay Windows" Old Town Tour through Schaffhausen

5.01 reviewBooked 4×SchaffhausenOperated by Schaffhauserland TourismusWeather

You visit the Old Town of Schaffhausen on a guided tour. The traffic-free Old Town impresses with its 171 bay windows as well as well-preserved guild houses and historical buildings.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration1 h 15 min
LanguagesGerman
Meeting pointBesucherzentrum, Vordergasse 73, 8200 Schaffhausen

Tour stops

4 stops

  1. Meeting point in the traffic-free old town, where the guided tour begins.

    Discover Schaffhausen

  2. In front of Haus zum Ritter, the guide explains the façade paintings and the guild houses around it.

  3. The abbey complex is the tour's stop for the region's history and culture.

  4. After the tour, round off your visit with a meal at the restaurant.

Highlights

  • Admire the most beautiful of the 171 magnificent bay windows that shape the cityscape of Schaffhausen
  • Discover the car-free old town with its medieval alleys and historic buildings
  • Marvel at the House of the Knight with its intricate facade paintings
  • Learn more about the guild houses and their significance for the social life of the city
  • Explore the All Saints monastery complex and dive into the history of the region

Description

You explore the medieval old town of Schaffhausen on a guided tour and discover its unique history. The car-free old town impresses with its well-preserved guild houses, ornate bay windows, and historic buildings.

You admire the House of the Knight with its stunning facade paintings and learn more about the significance of the numerous guild houses. The All Saints Monastery complex offers fascinating insights into the history and culture of the region.

Wander through the winding alleys, discover hidden details on the buildings, and find out how Schaffhausen developed through trade and craftsmanship.

Swiss Activities Tip

In the restaurant “noah's” in the Schützenstube, you can relax after the stimulating city tour and enjoy a good meal.

Inclusions

  • Included:

    Approx. 1 hr 15 min guided old town tour

  • Not included:

    Visit Munot

Meeting point

Besucherzentrum, Vordergasse 73, 8200 Schaffhausen

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Important information

  • The Munot, the famous fortress of the city, is not part of this tour

Reviews

5.0

1 Review

Barbara26 Apr 2025

Great tour!

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