Rheinfall

The Rheinfall (Rhine Falls) is the most dramatic waterfall in Europe. In days of yore, boat traffic was stalled at the waterfall as merchants had to unload their river cargo and carry it around the falls before continuing their journey. When you arrive at the Rheinfall, park your car in one of the designated areas and follow the path to the bottom of the falls. There is an awesome view of the falls from the shoreline, but it is much more fun (although perhaps a tad damp) to buy a ticket and board one of the small excursion boats that maneuver to the middle of the river and slide up under the plunging masses of water. If you are so inclined, you can climb to the top of the rock, in the middle of the waterfall.