SHOPPING

The Schaffhausen region has diverse shopping facilities. Grocery shops, specialist stores, department stores and retail centres offer everything the heart could desire, from products for everyday use to fashion and watches, furnishings and jewellery. The well-preserved old town centres of Stein am Rhein and Schaffhausen are car-free and invite visitors to take a stroll and do some leisurely shopping. Many municipalities have a store directory on their homepage. Information on shopping in the city of Schaffhausen’s old town can be obtained from Pro City.

Opening hours

Shop opening hours vary. Many shops open between 8.00 and 9.00 am and close at 6.30 to 7.00 pm. Some department stores and shopping centres stay open longer.

Prices

The displayed prices of goods are binding and include VAT. Payment is predominantly in cash, with an EC card, Postcard or the TWINT payment app. Many stores accept the usual credit cards.

Direct from the farm

You will find fresh produce from the region at the colourful weekly market, in the farm shop or at the farmers’ market.

Schaffhausen weekly market: Tuesday 7.00 am- 11.00 am and Saturday 7.00 am - 12.00 noon.

ADMINISTRATIVE BODIES, POSTAL SERVICE AND BANKS

Most cantonal departments are to be found in the city of Schaffhausen. The various municipal and cantonal organisations have different opening hours. You can obtain further information from your municipal administration or on the canton of Schaffhausen’s website.

The postal service offers its services in post offices, postal agencies or a door-to-door service in smaller communities. The opening hours vary, depending on the location. The post office with the longest opening hours is the main post office opposite Schaffhausen railway station: Monday – Friday 7.30 am - 6.30 pm, Saturday 8.00 am – 4 pm.

In the canton of Schaffhausen, various regionally and internationally active banks have one or more branches. The opening hours vary. The respective bank branch will be pleased to provide you with information.