Bezirk Stein
(Bezirk Stein · Bezirk Stein)District (Bezirk) · Administrative level 6 · Schaffhausen
Main town: Buch
Cities & Towns
Showing top 30 of 16 placesThe district of Bezirk Stein spans 31 km² and contains 4 municipalities, with Buch as its main town. Its estimated population of 5 566 gives a density of 178 /km² The most populous place is Stein am Rhein (3 334 residents). Hover over municipalities on the map to explore the district.
Maps & Downloads
SVG · PNG · 600 pxBezirk Stein district map with municipality boundaries, Switzerland
District outline with municipality boundaries
Schaffhausen canton map with Bezirk Stein district highlighted, Switzerland
District highlighted in its canton context
Municipalities / Gemeinden
4 municipalitiesBezirk Stein contains 4 municipalities (Gemeinden). The largest is Ramsen at 14 km², the smallest is Buch (SH) (4 km²) Stein am Rhein has the most mapped buildings (1 848 in OSM).
| Municipality | Population | Area km² | Buildings | Postcodes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsen | 1 375 | 14 | 927 | 1 | - |
| Hemishofen | 441 | 8 | 338 | 1 | - |
| Stein am Rhein | 3 334 | 6 | 1 848 | 2 | - |
| Buch (SH) | 416 | 4 | 277 | 1 | View |
Postcodes
5 postcode areasThe district of Bezirk Stein is served by 5 postcode areas covering roughly 87 km² with a total of 5 206 mapped buildings. Postcodes in Bezirk Stein begin with the digit 8 (i.e.), placing the district in this Swiss postal zone. The most built-up postcode is 8260, with approximately 1 107 buildings. The map colours each postcode area by its numerical code, with lower codes in blue/purple and higher codes in orange.
| # | Code | Name | Buildings | Population | Area km² | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | 1 107 | 2 615 | 6.05 | View → | |
| 2 | - | 675 | 5 651 | 12.2 | View → | |
| 3 | - | 500 | 3 585 | 13.49 | View → | |
| 4 | - | 180 | 1 733 | 7.89 | View → | |
| 5 | - | 141 | 1 038 | 3.8 | View → |
Bezirk Stein has 36 mapped postal facilities: 6 post offices, 30 post boxes. Swiss Post (Die Schweizerische Post) runs a dense network of branches and automated MyPost 24 parcel lockers across the district.
Transport
2 lines · 6 routesClick any route on the map to see details.
Bezirk Stein's public transport network covers 34.7 km across 2 lines and 6 routes, operated by 2 operators.
Full transport detailsDensity by Municipality
actual Gemeinde bordersHover over a municipality to see exact values.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bezirk Stein
Quick answersWhat is the main town of Bezirk Stein district?
The main town of Bezirk Stein district is Buch, with a population of about 416 residents.
Which canton does Bezirk Stein belong to?
Bezirk Stein is a district (Bezirk) within the canton of Schaffhausen, one of the 26 cantons of Switzerland.
Is Bezirk Stein a district or a city?
Bezirk Stein is a district (Bezirk) in the canton of Schaffhausen in Switzerland. Districts sit between the canton level and the municipality (Gemeinde) level and are used for administrative, judicial, and statistical purposes. The main town within Bezirk Stein is Buch.
What is the population of Bezirk Stein?
Bezirk Stein district has a population of about 5 566 residents, giving a population density of 178 people per km².
How large is Bezirk Stein district?
Bezirk Stein covers a total area of 31 km² (about 12 square miles).
How many municipalities are in Bezirk Stein?
Bezirk Stein district contains 4 municipalities (Gemeinden): Ramsen, Hemishofen, Stein am Rhein, Buch (SH)
What postal codes are used in Bezirk Stein?
Bezirk Stein has 5 postal code areas. Swiss postal codes are 4 digits long; codes here typically begin with 8.
How many buildings are in Bezirk Stein?
According to OpenStreetMap data, Bezirk Stein district has 3 390 mapped buildings, a density of 109 buildings per km².