Raft Rental on the Rhine departing from Stein am Rhein near Zurich

Fancy a rafting trip near Zurich? Head to the charming little town of Stein am Rhein and raft down the Rhine to Schaffhausen!

The Rhine is one of Europe's great rivers. It rises in the Swiss Alps at Lake Toma and flows into the North Sea in the Netherlands. Discover the Rhine by rafting in Stein am Rhein, a small town located at the point where Lake Constance narrows to form the Rhine. Rafting on the Rhine allows you to explore a small part of this 1233 km long river!

The section of the Rhine you can raft on acts in places as a natural border between Switzerland and Germany. With its starting point in Stein am Rhein, this Rhine raft rental activity will enable you to enjoy the thrills of rafting near Zurich, less than 1 hour's drive from this city in northern Switzerland. As it's a rental, you'll enjoy freedom and flexibility as you travel down the Rhine! It's up to you to decide when and where you want to take your breaks!

Your raft rental in Stein am Rhein starts on the riverbank with a warm welcome from your expert rafting instructors. They'll show you the itinerary for the trip and provide you with quality equipment: a raft, paddles and lifejackets, plus a waterproof bag for your personal belongings.

After the briefing, it's time to launch your raft and head downstream to your destination: Schaffhausen. This town is famous for its incredible waterfalls and sublime fortress. If you wish, you can explore them after your rafting trip down the Rhine!

During this activity, prepare to be amazed by the natural landscapes and crystal-clear water of the river! If you wish, you can take breaks to enjoy some of the viewpoints, a swim or even a meal in one of the restaurants along the Rhine. After around 3 hours on the water, you'll arrive in Schaffhausen, where the river exit is well signposted on the right-hand side. The instructors will show you where to return your equipment, and then all you have to do is walk through the historic town to the railway station for the return journey.

This is the perfect way to go rafting near Zurich! What are you waiting for? Get away from the city crowds and rent a raft in Stein am Rhein for a rejuvenating time on the waters of the Rhine!