The R Apartment Bodensee - Old Town · Schaffhausen, Switzerland

6Guests

5.0Rating

FlexibleCheck-in

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A proper apartment in the medieval centre of Schaffhausen

Unterstadt 40 sits along one of Schaffhausen's oldest street corridors, where late-medieval guild houses and painted facades have stood for centuries. The building carries that same historical weight, with thick masonry walls that keep the apartment cool in summer and quiet throughout the year. At 85 square metres, the space is genuinely generous — not a studio dressed up with clever furniture, but a properly proportioned apartment with separate living, dining, and sleeping zones that give six guests room to move independently.

The Old Town of Schaffhausen is rarely described accurately in travel writing. It is not a theme park reconstruction. The streets here — Unterstadt among them — have been continuously inhabited and traded on since the Middle Ages, and the buildings show it: oriel windows, carved stone lintels, and colourful fresco facades that have been maintained rather than replicated. Walking out the front door puts you immediately inside that texture, minutes from the Rhine waterfront, the Munot fortress, and the weekly market on Fronwagplatz.

Elevate Schweiz GmbH manages the property with a focus on straightforward hospitality: the apartment is well maintained, clearly communicated, and ready on arrival. Guests travelling for leisure will find Schaffhausen an ideal base for the Rhine Falls at Neuhausen (a short tram or bus ride away), day trips into the German Black Forest, or simply slow mornings in a city that rewards walking. Business travellers find the central location practical for the Schaffhausen train station, which connects efficiently to Zurich in under an hour.

The apartment accommodates up to six guests across its bedrooms, making it well suited to families, groups of friends, or colleagues sharing costs on a longer stay. Direct booking through this site ensures the best available rate and direct contact with the management team for any questions before or during your stay.

Inside Unterstadt 40

85 square metres of light, proportion, and Old Town character — photographed as it is, not as it might appear.

What the apartment provides

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High-Speed WiFi

Fast residential broadband throughout the apartment, suitable for video calls and remote work across all six guests simultaneously.

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Fully Equipped Kitchen

Cooktop, oven, refrigerator, kettle, and cookware provided. Counter space supports real meal preparation for a group of up to six.

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In-Unit Laundry

Washing machine available within the apartment, a practical feature for stays of a week or more or for families travelling with children.

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Climate Control

Heating system keeps the apartment comfortable in Schaffhausen's colder months. The thick masonry walls assist naturally in warmer seasons.

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Quality Bed Linen

Fresh bed linen provided for all sleeping configurations. Changed between guest stays and available on request during longer bookings.

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Towels Included

Bath towels and hand towels provided for all guests. No need to pack bulky towels for a stay in central Schaffhausen.

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Smart Television

Smart TV with streaming app access in the living area. Guests log in with their own accounts for full content libraries.

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Historic Street Views

Windows face the Unterstadt streetscape, one of the best-preserved medieval street corridors in German-speaking Switzerland.

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Flexible Self Check-In

Key collection or lockbox access allows arrival at a time that suits your travel schedule without coordinating with the host in person.

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Professional Cleaning

The apartment is professionally cleaned and inspected before every guest arrival. Cleaning service during stays available on request.

85 square metres across well-defined spaces

Main Sleeping Room

Double bed · quiet courtyard aspect

The primary bedroom offers a proper double bed, built-in storage, and walls thick enough to dampen street sound. Natural light enters through a window overlooking the interior courtyard side of the building.

Second Bedroom

Twin or double configuration · natural light

A second bedroom with flexible bed configuration to suit couples or two separate guests. The room has its own window and enough floor space to move around the bed comfortably with luggage open.

Living and Dining Area

Sofa seating · dining table for six

The living area is proportioned for a group of six — a sofa arrangement for evening downtime and a dining table sized to seat everyone at once without crowding. Central to the apartment's daily rhythm.

Full Kitchen

Equipped cooktop · fridge · prep space

A properly outfitted kitchen with cooktop, oven, refrigerator, and enough counter space to prepare full meals. Suited to guests who prefer cooking in over dining out every night during a longer stay.

Bathroom

Full bath or shower · towels included

A full bathroom with either bathtub or shower facilities, servicing the apartment for up to six guests. Towels and essential toiletries are provided and refreshed between stays.

How a stay at Unterstadt 40 actually unfolds

You arrive on foot from Schaffhausen's main train station, a walk that takes roughly ten minutes along the Rhine embankment path before turning into the Unterstadt. The building's entrance is straightforward and the apartment is ready — good light, clean surfaces, nothing fussy. You settle in, and the city noise from the street below is present but not intrusive through the thick walls.

Mornings here have a particular rhythm. The covered market at Fronwagplatz runs on Tuesdays and Saturdays and is close enough to walk to with a shopping bag. A handful of bakeries and cafes sit within a two-minute radius of the front door, so the first coffee of the day does not require planning. The apartment kitchen handles the rest — there is counter space to actually cook, not just boil water.

Afternoons open up depending on what draws you. The Munot, Schaffhausen's circular Renaissance fortress, is a fifteen-minute walk uphill and worth it for the view across the Rhine and into Baden-Württemberg. The Rhine Falls at Neuhausen, the largest waterfall in Europe by volume, is reachable in under thirty minutes by local transit and is genuinely striking at any water level. If the day calls for less effort, the Rhine embankment below the Old Town has benches, swimmers in summer, and a pace that is hard to find in larger Swiss cities.

Evenings in Schaffhausen tend toward small restaurants and wine bars tucked into ground-floor arches along the old street grid. The apartment itself is a comfortable place to return to — large enough that six people can share a meal at the table without crowding, quiet enough once the street settles, and positioned so that nothing the city offers requires a taxi to reach.

Schaffhausen's Old Town, at street level

Munot Fortress

15 minutes by foot

A circular Renaissance fortress with an interior ramp and a roof terrace offering a clear view across the Rhine into Germany. Free entry.

Rhine Falls Neuhausen

25 minutes by local transit

The largest waterfall in Europe by volume, accessible by tram and bus from Schaffhausen. Viewing platforms at water level make the scale tangible.

Fronwagplatz Market

4 minutes by foot

Schaffhausen's central market square hosts a fresh produce and artisan market on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, with local cheese, bread, and vegetables.

Rhine Embankment Path

6 minutes by foot

A riverside path along the Schaffhausen bank of the Rhine, popular for morning walks and summer swimming at designated spots downstream.

Notes from Schaffhausen and the Rhine

June 2026 · 4 min read

A Morning Walk Through Schaffhausen Old Town

Before the tourist groups arrive and while the bakeries are still pulling bread from the oven, the Unterstadt and Vordergasse reveal what makes Schaffhausen one of the least-visited and most genuinely intact medieval city centres in Switzerland.

May 2026 · 5 min read

The Rhine Falls: What to Know Before You Go

At peak flow in early summer, the Rhine Falls at Neuhausen pushes more water per second than any other waterfall in Europe. Here is how to reach it from Schaffhausen by public transit, which platform to choose, and the best time of day to visit.

April 2026 · 3 min read

Schaffhausen to Zurich: A Day Trip Guide

Schaffhausen sits less than an hour from Zurich by direct train, which makes the Old Town apartment a practical base for guests who want Swiss city access without Zurich hotel prices. A practical guide to timing, tickets, and what to do on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

What is the check-in time?

Check-in is flexible and coordinated directly with Elevate Schweiz GmbH ahead of your arrival. Self check-in via lockbox or key handoff is available, so you are not tied to a narrow arrival window. The team will confirm the exact arrangement by message before your stay.

What is the check-out time?

Standard check-out is by 11:00 AM. If the apartment is not booked immediately after your stay, a late check-out may be possible — contact the host at least 24 hours in advance to request it. Late check-out is subject to availability and may carry a small additional fee.

How many guests can stay?

The apartment accommodates up to 6 guests across its bedrooms and sleeping areas. All guests staying overnight should be declared at the time of booking. Schaffhausen applies a local guest tax, which will be calculated based on the number of registered guests.

Is parking available?

The Unterstadt is within Schaffhausen's historic centre, where private parking is limited. The nearest public car park is the Stadtgarage parking facility, roughly a 5-8 minute walk from Unterstadt 40. Street parking in the immediate area is regulated and time-limited. Guests are encouraged to arrive by train — Schaffhausen station is a 10-minute walk from the apartment.

Do you accept pets?

Pet policy is not specified for this property. Please contact Elevate Schweiz GmbH directly before booking if you are travelling with a pet, so they can confirm whether your specific animal and stay dates can be accommodated. Undisclosed pets may result in additional cleaning charges.

How does direct booking work?

Booking directly through this site removes platform commission, which means you pay the same or less than third-party platforms while communicating directly with the management team. You will receive a booking confirmation, payment details, and arrival instructions from Elevate Schweiz GmbH by email within 24 hours of your request.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellation terms will be confirmed at the time of booking. Please contact Elevate Schweiz GmbH directly or refer to your booking confirmation for the specific conditions that apply to your reservation. Direct bookings typically allow for more flexible negotiation than platform bookings in the event of unforeseen circumstances.

How can I reach the host?

Elevate Schweiz GmbH manages this property and can be reached by email or phone. Contact details are provided in your booking confirmation. The team is responsive during Swiss business hours and will provide emergency contact information for the duration of your stay in Schaffhausen.