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Schaffhausen, a great place to live

With its high quality of life, scenic beauty, rich culture and history, vibrant community, and convenient location, Schaffhausen is a great place to live.

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Are you new to Schaffhausen?

We serve as a "One-Stop-Shop" for your Start in Schaffhausen.

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New to Schaffhausen?

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A new job, a new region, a new circle of friends: it takes some time to feel at home in a new place. We'll show you what you need to get started in Schaffhausen.

Live it up

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Schaffhausen offers fantastic living opportunities - for every taste, every need and every budget. The region also boasts a unique quality of life.

Family Paradise

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Are you looking for family-friendly activities in the Schaffhausen area? Whether you prefer outdoor adventures or indoor entertainment, there's something for everyone.

Recreation between Town and Countryside

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Schaffhausen offers plenty of variety for your everyday life. From dipping into the Rhine to the expanses of the Randen. You can relax in Schaffhausen.

More Culture

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Experience the lively cultural life and numerous festivals in Schaffhausen. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world full of theater, music and joy.

Stay active

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Discover the wide range of sporting opportunities in the region. Whether along the Rhine, in the vineyards or on the Randen in dense forests.

There is more

By Gina Ochsner October 25, 2024
Choosing a new place to live is a major decision: good infrastructure, affordable real estate, and a variety of leisure activities are key factors. In the latest Residential Attractiveness Index (WAI), UBS compared Swiss municipalities based on these criteria – with Stein am Rhein and Schaffhausen securing top positions.
By Gina Ochsner May 8, 2024
In Schaffhausen, young families can still find affordable homeownership, as confirmed by the new Homeownership Index of the Schaffhauser Kantonalbank.
March 12, 2023
The Swiss Transit Lab in Schaffhausen (STL) in the Schaffhausen application region is about to take a big step in the development of automated mobility in public transport. Starting at the end of April, the new STL Line 13 will connect the train station of the city of Schaffhausen with the newly developed Stahlgiesserei district. This will be the first time in Switzerland that an automated vehicle with dual-mode technology will be in operation.

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