Rheinfähre Ellikon–Nack

The Rheinfähre Ellikon-Nack is a cable-guided ferry service crossing the Rhine River between Switzerland and Germany. The boat spans a short distance between the two banks and operates through manual control.

This ferry crossing has operated for around 500 years and was modernized in the early 1900s with a roller system. The technology made the crossing safer and more reliable than before.

The ferry service maintains specific requirements for operators, including physical fitness and sobriety, following international maritime regulations for cross-border operations.

The ferry operates only during warmer months, mainly on weekends and holidays in the afternoon hours. Visitors should be flexible with departure times and check current operating days beforehand.

The boat is steered manually by a local operator using a century-old cable system. This hands-on method makes the crossing a special experience that has functioned largely unchanged for many years.

GPS coordinates: 47.60623,8.59614

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:46