Construction works
Renovation works on the Belvedere trail: These works serve to ensure the safety and long-term preservation of the facility and the site.
The viewing platforms at the Rhine Falls and Schloss Laufen are accessible at all times. Please note the access routes listed below and the signage on the site.
Belvedere trail (step-free access to the Rhine Falls):
Closed until 31 March 2026
The following access will be apply for the duration of the works:
Arriving by train – from/to the railway station
- to the castle ground with restaurant and visitor centre by panoramic lift.
- to the viewing platforms: take the panoramic lift to the castle courtyard and then the natural stone staircase.
Arriving by car/bus
- to the castle ground with restaurant and visitor centre is possible without restrictions.
- to the viewing platforms is possible via the natural stone steps (via castle courtyard).
Visitors with limited mobility
- from/to the railway station to step-free «Belvedere» viewing platform is not possible.
- from/to the railway station to the castle ground with restaurant and visitor centre by panoramic lift.
- from the car park to the viewing platforms is not possible.
- from the car park to the castle ground with restaurant and visitor centre is possible without restrictions.
As an alternative for visiting the Rhine Falls without any steps, we recommend arriving on the Schaffhausen side, Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Schlössli Wörth.
Carried out by the owner (Canton of Zurich, Building Authority).
We thank you for your understanding and look forward to your visit.
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Ticketing / Shop
daily/365 days: 09:00 - 17:00
Self-Service-Restaurant
daily/365 Tage: 10:00 - 17:00
Restaurant
Holiday closure: 19 Jan to 12 Feb 2026
Wednesday to Saturday: 11:30 – 23:30
Sunday: 11:30 – 18:00
hot meals all day to 21:00,
Sunday to 17:00
Ticketing / Shop
daily/365 days: 09:00 - 17:00
Self-Service-Restaurant
daily/365 Tage: 10:00 - 17:00
Restaurant
Holiday closure: 19 Jan to 12 Feb 2026
Wednesday to Saturday: 11:30 – 23:30
Sunday: 11:30 – 18:00
hot meals all day to 21:00,
Sunday to 17:00