Rail bike
Our line can also be travelled by muscle power.
A ride on a rail bike is an unforgettable experience.
At the starting point, Ramsen station, five modern rail bikes for up to 4 or 5 people are ready for hire.
Sundays and Swiss public holidays from April to October
- Book online in our booking system up to one day before your ride.
(Rides without a booking are possible if rail bikes are still free.) - Bookings are possible for 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00 on the route Ramsen–Hemishofen–Rhine bridge and back. The ride takes about 90 minutes and costs CHF 50.00 per rail bike.
- On request the ride can be shortened to Ramsen–Hemishofen and back. This ride takes about 60 minutes and costs CHF 30.00. Just tell the rail bike attendant on site.
Group rides
For clubs, companies, schools, small groups, families and others, special rides – with at least two rail bikes or 6 people – are also possible on weekdays or in the early evening. An aperitif on the Rhine bridge is a special treat.
Enquiries and information: +41 (0)52 743 14 90 or schienenvelos@etzwilen-singen.ch
Good to know
- Please report to the rail bike attendant about 15 minutes before departure at
Ramsen station, Petersburg 700, CH-8262 Ramsen
(by public transport: bus stop Ramsen-Petersburg) - Each rail bike carries up to 4 or 5 people (at least 2 people are needed to turn the rail bike around).
- Dogs are welcome as long as they stay on the rail bike.
- Payment on site in cash, with TWINT or with the usual credit cards.
- Please follow the instructions of the rail bike attendant.
- The Rhine bridge may only be crossed under supervision.
- Because of steam train rides there are no rail bikes on 19 April, 28 June, 13 September and 18 October 2026.