Rheinfall mit Schloss und bewaldetem Ufer.",

Rhine Falls information

The Schloss Laufen on the Rhine Falls experience awaits you. Here you will find all the important information about Europe's largest waterfall: visitor center, an overview map, store and snacks.

Get an overview of Schloss Laufen and its surroundings. Start your Rhine Falls tour in our visitor center right next to the car park. 
You can learn more about the glass lift and the Belvedere panoramic trail here. Ask about the spectacular “Känzeli”. We will be happy to show you the marvelous panoramic trail. And should you get peckish or truly hungry, we provide you with tips about the various catering facilities on site.

Notes

  • Dogs are permitted
  • Payment is accepted in euros throughout the castle site (except at the ticket machines)
  • Traffic ban on the castle site (bikes must be left in the bike stands)
  • Step-free access for visitors with limited mobility (see under the heading «Your direct route to us»)
  • Access 24 hours a day to the viewing platforms, 365 days

Boat trips on the Rhine and at the Rhine Falls

Tickets for the boat rides cannot be purchased in the visitor centre. You can purchase them directly from one of the boat operators at the Schloss Laufen and Schlössli Wörth docking stations. 

Boat trip at the Rhine Falls
Boat trip at the "Rhine Amazon"

Shops & snacks

At the visitor center, besides ticketing you will also find everything you need for your stay at and around the Rhine Falls: souvenirs for every taste and a self-service restaurant with a terrace and children’s playground.

Souvenirladen mit Regalen voller Artikel und Tageslicht.",

Souvenir shop

Take a piece of Europe’s largest waterfall back home with you. You can find a wide selection of souvenirs from the Rhine Falls here as well as gifts from popular Swiss companies such as Lindt chocolates, Victorinox knives and T-shirts from Splash. In addition, a fine selection of well-kown ‘Swiss Made’ watches from the brands JOWISSA, André Mouche and Swiss Military by Chrono.

Self-service restaurant & children's playground

Marvelling at the views makes one hungry and thirsty. The self-service restaurant with its large terrace and playground is ideal for families.

Innenansicht einer Cafeteria mit Kunden an der Theke.",