EXCURSIONS ON LAKE CONSTANCE
GERMANY, SWITZERLAND AND AUSTRIA – ONE LAKE, THREE COUNTRIES.
The best way to explore the 273 kilometres of shoreline around Lake Constance is by bike. Hard-nosed cyclists can just about manage the entire circuit in one full day. For less sport-orientated visitors, those who appreciate the lake's unique natural environment and are interested in its outstanding cultural highlights, a more leisurely pace is to be recommended: there are numerous fascinating detours to be made into the countryside surrounding the shoreline. Our list of "classic excursions" on Lake Constance will help you decide what you really cannot miss, no matter whether you are travelling by bike, boat, car or on foot.
Isle of Mainau
A year-round floral paradise; a park with a tree population dating back over 150 years; the Baroque splendour of the castle and church; enjoying a really laid-back Mediterranean flavour, Mainau is Lake Constance's island of flowers.
Stilt village
Dating back to the Stone and Bronze Ages (4,000 to 850 BC), the stilt settlement in Unteruhldingen, Lake Constance, has recently been brought back to life.
Bregenz Festival
Welcome to Lake Constance, the unique setting for the Bregenz Festival's "floating" stage. Each summer the Festival presents an addictive programme of cultural gems which never fails to captivate the hearts of its audiences.
Boat trips on Lake Constance
Whichever part of the lake you choose to visit, it's always a treat to lean on the ship's rail and enjoy the views out over the vast expanse of water. Enjoy the sight of the well-groomed farmlands, and the prospect of numerous attractive and fascinating places to visit.
Affenberg Salem Ape World
This is the place where baby apes and baby humans can really get together! A circular track takes you through the territory of over 200 Barbary Apes, living in complete freedom in a woodland area of some 20 hectares in size.
Ravensburger World of Games
Ravensburg World of Games, a leisure park located between Ravensburg and Lake Constance, is the perfect place for families to come together and have fun.
Zeppelin Museum
Housing the world's largest collection of airship history, the Zeppelin museum in Friedrichshafen is the only one of its kind in Germany.
Pfänder cable car
Visit the amazing the birds of prey in the Eagles' Nest, explore the Alpine Garden, go hiking or cycling, or simply sit and admire the view from the terrace of the Berghaus Pfänder. Whatever you choose to do is bound to be an unforgettable experience.
Lake Constance - Überlingen Thermal Baths
“A treat for all the senses” is the motto of the Lake Constance thermal baths in Überlingen.