Einfahrt Rhystärn, Schiff der Basler Personenschiffahrt, in Rheinfelden mit Brücke und Inseli

Experience the Rhine

The Rhine not only gave the city its name - it has also shaped the lives of its inhabitants on both banks for centuries. These can best be marveled at on a boat trip. Or on one of the many hiking trails along the water.

Aargauer Hochrhein.

Discover the Amazon of Switzerland! From the small town of Kaiserstuhl to the former Roman metropolis of Kaiseraugst, the Aargau section of the High Rhine stretches - before flowing on to Basel, Germany and the Netherlands and finally emptying into the North Sea.

Aargau High Rhine

RhineWorlds.

The new e-bike route connects 6 cantons and 12 tourist destinations from the headwaters to Basel. With its 15 worlds of experience, the route offers an attractive overall package.

RhineWorlds

Great lock trip.

Enjoy the wind, the landscape and the delicious food on board on the big lock trip from Basel to Rheinfelden.

Information about the cruise

Steuerhaus Rhystärn, Schiff der Basler Personenschifffahrt, bei der Schleuse Birsfelden

Eat directly on the Rhine.

What could be better than enjoying a fine lunch or a romantic dinner directly on the river?! These restaurants are waiting for you with an open Rhine terrace or direct view of the rushing river.

Restaurants with Rhine terrace

Restaurant Rhyblick im Hotel Schiff am Rhein Gaststube Rheinbrücke

On the Rhine

Schiff Rhystärn der Basler Personenschifffahrt beim Einlaufen in Rheinfelden mit Inseli und Rheinbrücke

Shipping Rheinfelden - Basel

Cruising on the Rhine between Rheinfelden and Basel. On the big lock trip you will enjoy the wind, the landscape and the delicious food on board.

Kaiseraugst Rhine Ferry

The Rhine ferry from Kaiseraugst has tradition and charm and can be booked for special trips.

Rhytaxi

On a trip with one of the four ships of the Basler Rhytaxi you will experience the Rhine and its landscape in a cosy atmosphere.

SUP-Führung auf dem Rhein vor der Altstadt Rheinfelden

Stand Up Paddling-Tour

The new SUP tour offers the only opportunity for a city tour on the Rhine.

Swimming with the winding fish.

In summer, swimming on the Rhine is one of the favorite pastimes of the people of Rheinfeld. In hot temperatures, the Rhine is simply the best way to cool off. At numerous places there are small beaches - who wants to go to the sea!

But beware! When swimming on the Rhine, there are also some danger signs to be aware of.

Rhine swimming

Rheinschwimmen mit dem gelben Wickelfisch bei der Rheintreppe mit Sicht auf die Altstadt

Relax on the Rhine

Strandbad Rheinfelden

Enjoy the sun directly on the Rhine and take the plunge into the cool water. A water slide and a children's pool also provide fun.

Rhine Swimming

Swimming in the Rhine is a refreshing pleasure, especially in summer! Here you can find out more about the recommended swimming distance and the dangerous spots in the Rhine.

Offers and packages

Wanderer beim Picknick am Strand bei der Rheintreppe mit Altstadt und Park-Hotel im Hintergrund

Stadt, Land, Fluss

You don't need mountains to hike! The gentle hilly landscape of the Fricktal is just as beautiful.

Hiking trails along the Rhine

Wanderung Rheinufer-Rundweg mit Sicht auf Altstadtdächer, Brücke und Rhein

Rheinfelder Rheinufer-Rundweg

Discover the extremely varied nature and information boards on the settlement history of the two Rheinfelden towns during the walk, which lasts around a hundred minutes.

Saline Riburg mit Saldomen, Bohrtürmen und Felder

Salzweg Rheinfelden

On the trail of salt - theme trail from Rheinfelden town park to the Riburg salt works

Zwei Wanderer in Rheinfelden auf dem Rheinuferweg Via Rhenana

Via Rhenana stages 9 & 10

The Via Rhenana makes the historic waterway of the Upper Rhine accessible. Rheinfelden is the second last stage of the hike along the diverse river landscape.

Wanderroute Zeichenmischwald Wahllehrpfad mit Bäumen

Forest nature trail (Z)Eichenwald

The trail tells the story of the forest and the Rheinfeld oaks on numerous stelae. Take a deep breath and enjoy the time in the forest with all your senses.

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Familie mit Kindern bei der Rheintreppe und Aussicht auf Altstadt

Families & Schools

Whether for a relaxed stroll through the old town or an eventful excursion - Rheinfelden offers numerous leisure activities for big and small children.

E-Scooter-Tour vor der Brauerei Feldschlösschen Rheinfelden

Active city tours

Fancy some fun and history? Then our active tours are just the thing. Whether with the Segway, the E-Scooter or the SUP - it is guaranteed not to be boring here.