Schwabentor – Schaffhausen Old Town loop from Herblingen

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Schwabentor – Schaffhausen Old Town loop from Herblingen

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Schwabentor – Schaffhausen Old Town loop from Herblingen

01:20

21.9km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.96 km for 111 m

Open: • Saturday-Monday: 4:00 PM-10:00 AM • Monday-Saturday: 6:00 PM-10:00 AM (otherwise dismount required)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.43 km

Schwabentor

Highlight • Historical Site

Schwabentor Vorstadt 69
The Schwabentor on the edge of the old town was first mentioned in 1361 as the "Neuturm" and was part of the old city wall. The saying …

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3.48 km

Schaffhausen Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

You should take a closer look at the great old town

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3.98 km

Tellen Fountain (William Tell Fountain) at the Zieglerburg House

Highlight • Monument

Tellenbrunnen (1522)
William Tell as a symbol of the freedom-conscious Swiss. The Tell figure and column
are copies of the originals from 1522. Octagonal water basin with the year 1632.
Text / Source: Schaffhauserland Tourism, Vordergasse 73, CH-8200 Schaffhausen
schaffhauserland.ch

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4.31 km

Rhine Bath, Schaffhausen

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The Rheinbad Schaffhausen is located directly on the Rhine below the old town and is a popular meeting point in summer. The historic river pool offers changing rooms, sun terraces, …

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4.58 km

Schaffhausen Old Town

Highlight • Settlement

Anyone who can tear themselves away from the charming old town will be rewarded with the stunning view of the Rhine Falls.

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4.76 km

View of Schaffhausen and the Rhine from Feuerthalen Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Big chill factor "see and be seen"

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4.91 km

View of Schaffhausen and the Munot Fortress

Highlight • Viewpoint

The short detour across the bridge is worth it. Immediately after the bridge, turn left to a parking lot. You'll be rewarded with a wonderful view of the Schaffhausen riverbank and the fortress.

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5.24 km

Munot Fortress, Schaffhausen

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The Munot over Schaffhausen is the landmark of the city and a fine example of an early fortification. It was created as a circular fortress around 1580 to plans by …

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