Canton of Schaffhausen

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Canton of Schaffhausen

Name

Canton of Schaffhausen

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Region / Subdivision

Summary

Schaffhausen is the northernmost canton of Switzerland, featuring a territory divided into three non-contiguous segments. The region has been inhabited since the Paleolithic era, with significant archaeological sites found in local caves. It maintains a unique geographical position bordering Germany along the Rhine.

Statistics

Area

298.42 km²

Population

87,111

Location