Independent guide, not the official falls websiteThe Rhine Falls are free to see, day and nightFacts checked November 2026
Rhine Falls in October seen from the side

Rhine Falls (Neuhausen): tickets, boats and how to get there

The Rhine Falls are free to see, 365 days a year, around the clock. The falls are 23 m high and 150 m wide. The Schloss Laufen viewing platforms cost CHF 5 for adults, and the boats to the rock leave from Schlössli Wörth in Neuhausen.

Tickets and entryBoat trips

  • Independent guide, not the official Rheinfall organisation
  • Facts checked on rheinfall.ch and myswitzerland.com, November 2026
  • Updated 7 November 2026

Photo: Christian David, CC BY-SA 4.0

The Rhine Falls sit on the Rhine just downstream of Schaffhausen, in northern Switzerland. The water drops 23 m across a width of 150 m, and myswitzerland.com calls it the largest waterfall in Europe. The falls formed after the last ice age, roughly 14,000 to 17,000 years ago.

Two castles face each other across the water: Schlössli Wörth on the Neuhausen (north) bank, and Schloss Laufen on the south bank. Which side you pick decides what you pay, where you park and which station you use.

No entrance feeNeuhausen sideFreeWalk from Neuhausen Rheinfall station, about 8 minBoats, the quay and the lower platformsRead guide Schloss Laufen sideCHF 5 adultsOwn station: Schloss Laufen am RheinfallBelvedere, panorama lift and HistoramaRead guide Boat to the rockCheck operatorRock experience about 30 minA stop at the rock in the middle of the fallsRead guide

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Bring a waterproof. The lower platforms and the boats put you in the spray, even in dry weather.

A plain note on booking

The falls are free. GetYourGuide lists a 30-minute boat tour at the falls (4.8/5 from 3,709 reviews, November 2026) and guided day trips with transport from Zurich, plus add-ons such as Stein am Rhein.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee for the Rhine Falls?

No, not to see the falls. They are freely accessible all year, day and night. On the Neuhausen side there is no entrance fee. The Schloss Laufen side charges CHF 5 for adults and CHF 3 for children aged 6 to 15 for its viewing platforms, Historama and panorama lift.

How do I get to the Rhine Falls from Zurich?

By train to Neuhausen Rheinfall station, then about 8 minutes on foot to the boat landing, or to Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall station for the castle side. Guides quote roughly 50 minutes from Zurich, but check sbb.ch for the exact connection.

Are the boat trips to the rock worth it?

The Rock experience takes about 30 minutes and includes a stop at the rock in the middle of the falls. It is the most popular route. Trips depend on weather and water level, and you will get wet.

Is this the official Rhine Falls website?

No. Neuhausenamrheinfall.com is an independent travel guide. For official information, see rheinfall.ch.

Plan your Rhine Falls visit

Tickets Rhine Falls tickets explained: the falls are free to view, Schloss Laufen platforms cost CHF 5, boats are sold by the operator. Online ticket and tours. Read guide Boat trips Rhine Falls boat trip guide: Rock experience about 30 min, round trips, ferry, dog rule, wheelchair lift booking, weather and water level, plus 2024 group rates. Read guide Tours Rhine Falls tours compared: small-group day trips from Zurich with Stein am Rhein, chocolate, Black Forest and private options, versus visiting on your own. Read guide From Zurich Zurich to Rhine Falls by train (about 50 minutes, check sbb.ch), car or guided tour. Which side to pick and a sample half-day plan, checked November 2026. Read guide Getting there Getting to Rhine Falls by train, bus 1 and car from Schaffhausen, Zurich, Basel, Winterthur and Germany. Which station, walking times and routes, checked November 2026. Read guide Hotels Where to stay for the Rhine Falls: Neuhausen, Schaffhausen old town, Zurich or Winterthur as a base. Live map of stays, camping note and eating tips. Read guide Parking Rhine Falls parking: cars CHF 5 first hour then CHF 2, free 6 pm to 9 am except P4. Coaches, EV charging, motorhomes and train alternative, checked November 2026. Read guide Best time to visit When to visit the Rhine Falls: how seasons change water, spray and crowds, what winter looks like, and the Winter Magic lights and Christmas market in 2026. Read guide Viewpoints and photos Rhine Falls viewpoints: Känzeli, Fischetz, Belvedere, panorama lift, boat and rock, plus bridge footpath. Photo tips for spray and rain, and what the CHF 5 ticket gives. Read guide With kids Visiting the Rhine Falls with children: stairs and strollers, spray, boat trips, dogs, lockers, kids' ticket prices, a sample plan and a rain plan. Read guide Accessibility Rhine Falls wheelchair and stroller access: step-free station, lift to the basin on the north bank, panorama lift at Schloss Laufen, boats. Checked November 2026. Read guide Schaffhausen and Stein am Rhein What to combine with the Rhine Falls: Schaffhausen old town and Munot, Stein am Rhein, Konstanz and Mainau. How to link them, honest limits, and where to check times. Read guide