Gudeschein: the Rheinschein becomes a voucher for the Rheingau
The Rüdesheim business association had its own voucher system, the "Rheinschein". It was carried over seamlessly to the Gudeschein, which launched on December 1, 2021 with more than 70 businesses.
All information comes from the network's public sources, as of October 2026.
| Item | Gudeschein |
|---|---|
| Network | Rheingau, Hesse |
| Before | Voucher system "Rheinschein" of the Rüdesheim business association |
| Launch | December 1, 2021 |
| Participating businesses | more than 70 businesses at launch |
| Formats | Gift card with QR code, wallet |
| Amount | any amount up to €150 |
| Validity | 3 years |
| Sales | at the branches of Rheingauer Volksbank |
| Network site | gudeschein.de |
Starting point
Rüdesheim had the "Rheinschein", the voucher system of the Rüdesheim business association.
Launch
The Rheinschein was carried over seamlessly to the Gudeschein. On December 1, 2021, the Gudeschein launched in the Rheingau with more than 70 businesses. Rheinscheine remained valid until the end of 2024 and were exchanged for the Gudeschein.
Today
The Gudeschein is available at the branches of Rheingauer Volksbank. You can choose any amount up to €150. A Gudeschein is valid for 3 years, and any remaining balance is kept for later purchases.
What the Gudeschein can do
- Gift card with QR code.
- Wallet: the Gudeschein is also available in digital form.
- Partial amounts: any remaining balance stays on the voucher.
Your existing voucher, without a break
In a call, we clarify how your voucher works today and what can be carried over.