Audio Guide of the Rosengarten Munot Rose Garden

The Rosengarten is open year-round during daylight hours. Munot Fortress, located next to the garden, has specific opening hours: generally from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in summer and 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in winter (check updates at munot.ch). Admission is free for both areas.

No, both the rose garden and the visit to Munot Fortress are completely free. If you would like to join guided tours of Munot, those do have a fee (check availability at schaffhauserland.ch).

We recommend setting aside between 1 and 2 hours: 30 to 45 minutes to explore the garden’s 1,300 roses, plus additional time to visit Munot Fortress and enjoy the panoramic views of the Rhine and the city.

Created in 1911, the Rosengarten is part of the beautification project of Schaffhausen. Munot Fortress (16th century) is a symbol of the city and offers a strategic viewpoint. More history is available on its official page.

The peak flowering period is from late May to September. To avoid crowds, visit early in the morning or at sunset. September is also ideal because of the autumn foliage around the garden.

The Rosengarten has accessible paved paths. However, Munot Fortress has stairs and uneven access points. You can contact +41 52 632 78 66 to confirm specific accessibility options.

Just 4 km away is the impressive Rhine Falls, the largest waterfall in Europe. In the historic center, don’t miss the Renaissance houses with painted facades or the All Saints Museum (allerheiligenmuseum.ch).

Wear comfortable shoes (there are slopes), bring water if you visit on warm days, and take the opportunity to enjoy a picnic in the green areas. Check munot.ch/veranstaltungen to see whether your visit coincides with evening concerts at the fortress.