Museum zu Allerheiligen🏛 museum
Museum in a former Benedictine monastery, showcasing art and cultural history of the Schaffhausen region.
🌐 allerheiligen.ch🕒 Tu-Su 11:00-17:00
Plizio Visual Lab
City Hall Schaffhausen
Plizio editorial teamData Sources
Landmark
The Schaffhausen City Hall (Stadthaus) is a historic administrative building located in the old town of Schaffhausen, serving as the seat for the city council and municipal administration. The current complex comprises several interconnected buildings with origins tracing back to the 14th century. Notable architectural features include the ornate Town Hall Arch (Rathausbogen) and the artistic facade designs that reflect the city's prosperity during the early modern period. Inside, the historic Council Chamber is decorated with intricate wood carvings and portraits of former city leaders. The Stadthaus is not only an administrative center but also a crucial part of the city's cultural heritage, frequently hosting official receptions and festive events. Its architecture blends seamlessly into the medieval streetscape of Schaffhausen and is recognized as a protected monument of regional significance.
- Location: Switzerland
- Top sights: Museum zu Allerheiligen · Münster Schaffhausen · Schillerglocke
- Nearby: Bülach (21 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 94 | 74 | 92 | 91 | 141 | 139 | 144 | 146 | 103 | 100 | 87 | 102 |
📋 Practical info
Address
Krummgasse 2, 8200 Schaffhausen
Hours
Mon-Fri 08:00-11:30, 13:30-17:00
Entry
free
Website
Transit
City bus lines 1, 3, 4, 7, 8 to Stadthaus stop.
Parking
Herrenacker parking (3 CHF/hr) approx. 3 min. walk away.
Accessibility
Accessible via side entrance.
Photos
Allowed as long as office operations are not disturbed.
Best time
Early morning for a quiet viewing of the architecture.
Audio guide
no
Geography
Facts
- Portions of the building date back to the 14th and 15th centuries.
- The Town Hall Arch is a famous landmark in the old town of Schaffhausen.
- The Council Chamber features wood carvings dating from 1591.
- The complex has undergone multiple expansions over the centuries.
- It is located in the heart of Schaffhausen's pedestrian zone.
- The Stadthaus also houses the official city archives of Schaffhausen.
Explore nearby
Notable places around
Route planner — Car & Motorhome
Where do you start? We build the route here, with stops and country notes along the way.
Vehicle
Only stops with (optional):
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenRouteService
Sights in the town City Hall Schaffhausen (10)
Vebikus Kunsthalle Schaffhausen
Exhibition space for contemporary art, featuring rotating national and international shows.
🌐 vebikus-kunsthalle-schaffhausen.ch🕒 Th 18:00-20:00; Fr 16:00-18:00; Sa-Su 12:00-16:00
Rathauslaube
Historic town hall and archive building in the old town of Schaffhausen.
St. Anna-Kapelle
Minster chapel, part of the former Benedictine Allerheiligen Abbey in Schaffhausen.
Rhyfallexpress zum Rheinfall
Panoramic train ride along the Rhine to Europe's largest waterfall.
IWC-Uhren-Museum🏛 museum
Museum of the IWC watch manufacture, displaying historic timepieces and watchmaking art.
St. Johann
Church on Vordergasse in Schaffhausen, a Gothic building with a late Gothic choir.
Stadttheater Schaffhausen
Theatre building in Schaffhausen, venue for plays, music, and dance performances.
Sights nearby
Frequently asked questions
Where is the town hall in Schaffhausen located?
It is located in the heart of the old town, not far from the market square.
Can the historical halls be visited?
Some halls are accessible during public tours or official occasions.
Is there parking nearby?
It is recommended to use the parking garages at the edge of the car-free old town.
How old is the building?
The building has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages.
Can the Munot be seen from here?
From the nearby square, you have a good view of the Munot fortress.
City Hall Schaffhausen: where is it located?
City Hall Schaffhausen is located in Switzerland.
City Hall Schaffhausen: what is there to see?
Highlights include Museum zu Allerheiligen, Münster Schaffhausen, Schillerglocke.
City Hall Schaffhausen: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
City Hall Schaffhausen: why is it worth visiting?
The Schaffhausen City Hall (Stadthaus) is a historic administrative building located in the old town of Schaffhausen, serving as the seat for the city council and municipal administration.
Explore with Plizio
Discover more places in Europe
More places in Switzerland →
Nearby cities
Köniz
Köniz is a municipality located directly south of Bern.
Uster
Uster is the third-largest city in the Canton of Zurich, located by Lake Greifensee.
Emmen
Emmen is a significant city in the Canton of Lucerne.
Zug
Zug is the capital of the eponymous canton and lies on the shores of Lake Zug.
Frauenfeld
Frauenfeld is the capital of the Canton of Thurgau, located in the broad Murg Valley.
Wetzikon
Wetzikon is a city in the Zurich Oberland on the shores of Lake Pfäffikersee.
Horgen
Horgen is located on the left bank of Lake Zurich and is the capital of the eponymous district.
Kreuzlingen
Kreuzlingen is located on Lake Constance in the Canton of Thurgau and forms a cross-border metropolitan area together with the German cit…
Aarau
Aarau is the capital of the Canton of Aargau, located on the Aare River at the southern foot of the Jura.
Dietikon
Dietikon is the capital of the eponymous district in the Limmat Valley.
Baar
Baar is located north of Zug and is the second-largest municipality in the canton.
Riehen
Riehen is a municipality in the Canton of Basel-Stadt, directly bordering Germany.
Dübendorf
Dübendorf is located in the Glatt Valley, northeast of Zurich.
Reinach
Reinach is a city in the Canton of Basel-Landschaft.
Olten
Olten is the largest city in the Canton of Solothurn and the most important railway junction in Switzerland.
