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Schaffhausen, area for makers

Schaffhausen is an inspiring place to do business, live and work. An area for makers!

I make your day!

We serve as a «One-Stop-Shop»  for establishing a new location or expansion project in Schaffhausen.

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More return on your investment

As part of the Zurich economic area, companies and pioneers take advantage of the proximity to first-class universities, the pool of highly-skilled specialist staff and a cost-effective environment.

Why choose Schaffhausen

In Schaffhausen, the distances to business, research and decision-makers are short. This is where entrepreneurs and international companies meet concentrated industrial expertise and collaboration. A region worth living in - a region for makers!

Work in Schaffhausen

Schaffhausen offers more: more quality of life, more quality of home, more jobs. It's an environment in which one's dreams can be realized. A great place to start a family and live your life.

Make tech real

Schaffhausen offers a wide range of tech experts and capabilities to directly test the latest technologies in the real world.

Smart Mobility

Use Swiss networks in autonomous mobility and follow current developments on the ground.

Food Tech

Become part of the thriving food and agriculture technology community.

Advanced Materials

Benefit from local materials technology expertise and gain access to a wide range of materials network.

Life Science

A strong life science and medical technology location with innovation projects drives new developments.

A great place to live

With its strong economy, skilled workforce, favorable business environment, and excellent infrastructure, Schaffhausen is a great place to work.

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Meet our Makers

Vero Sallenbach

She established the StartHub in Schaffhausen, paving the way for networking, interaction and exchange of ideas in the start-up scene in the Schaffhausen area.

Adrian Brugger

He is what you might call a do-er, someone who makes things happen. As organiser of the legendary «Stars in Town» music festival, he is the person who literally brings A-list music stars to the town.

Jan & Andrea Schmidlin

The young couple took over Restaurant D’Chuchi seven years ago. Now thanks to their drive and commitment, it has become the go-to place to eat and is acclaimed by food critics.

Tiago & Annika Feracioli

After a protracted long-distance relationship, Tiago, from Brazil, and Annika, from Estonia, have found their first home together on the site of a former foundry in Schaffhausen.

Inspiring work area

Schaffhausen is a growing and prospering business area, providing work opportunities across various industries. From high-tech companies to international service providers, firms thrive here.


Our events

Be there, be inspired and become part of a network of makers who turn their visions into reality. Together we are shaping the future!

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