Guest Cards & Experience Cards
in der Vierländerregion Bodensee
Overview of Guest and Experience Cards
A wide range of guest and experience cards is available throughout the Lake Constance region, offering regional benefits that vary from free public transport to discounts and included experiences.
In many destinations, you receive your guest card upon arrival as part of the visitor's tax. The benefits offered vary by region. Below you will find an overview of the most important cards and their advantages.
Travel across borders: Discover the entire Lake Constance region with the Bodensee Card PLUS and the Bodensee Ticket.
The Bodensee Card PLUS
The Bodensee Card PLUS is a purchasable experience card for the entire four-country Lake Constance region. It offers free admission to more than 160 attractions and provides a flexible way to explore the region extensively across borders.
Validity
The Bodensee Card PLUS is available for either 3 or 7 freely selectable days within one year. The days of use do not have to be consecutive.
Highlights
- Free admission to more than 160 attractions in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Liechtenstein
- scheduled boat cruises included (on 2 of 3 or 4 of 7 days of use)
- Wide range of experiences including nature, culture, leisure activities and attractions around Lake Constance
- Flexible use with freely selectable days
Available
The Bodensee Card PLUS can be purchased online via the webshop or at more than 100 points of sale throughout the four-country Lake Constance region.
Who is it for?
Ideal for locals, multi-day visitors and returning guests who want to actively explore Lake Constance and combine as many attractions as possible.
Not included
Local public transport, the Konstanz–Meersburg car ferry and the Lake Constance catamaran, bicycle transport on scheduled boat services, and additional services offered by individual attractions.
The Bodensee Ticket
The Bodensee Ticket is a purchasable mobility pass for the entire four-country Lake Constance region. It offers unlimited travel by bus and train and provides a flexible way to explore the region comfortably across borders.
Validity
The Bodensee Ticket is available for either 1 or 3 consecutive days, offering flexible mobility around Lake Constance during the selected period.
Highlights
- Unlimited travel by bus and train within the selected fare zones
- Includes year-round ferry services between Meersburg–Konstanz and Friedrichshafen–Romanshorn.
- 25% discount on tickets for seasonal scheduled boat services (VSU).
- Flexible travel across Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
Not included
- Travel outside the Bodensee Ticket network area
- Seasonal scheduled boat services (discounted but not included)
- leisure activities and admission fees
Availability
- At railway stations (ticket machines and ticket counters)
- on regional buses
- at ferry operators and on the ships of the White Fleet
- at selected tourist information offices.
Who is it for?
Ideal for locals as well as day visitors and multi-day guests who want to explore the Lake Constance region flexibly and without a car.
Discover the various guest and experience cards around Lake Constance. Here you will find an overview by region, including the respective benefits and services.
Guest Cards and Benefits for Your Holiday on the Northern Shore of Lake Constance
The Northern Lake Constance Region stretches along the German shoreline between Überlingen and Lindau. Located in the state of Baden-Württemberg, it combines popular destinations such as Friedrichshafen, Meersburg and Lindau with vineyards, scenic lakeside promenades and a wide range of attractions along the lake.
The Echt Bodensee Card
The Echt Bodensee Card is the official guest card for overnight visitors staying in one of the 18 member municipalities on the northern shore of Lake Constance. It is issued by your accommodation provider upon arrival, either digitally in advance or at check-in.
Validity
The Echt Bodensee Card is valid from the day of arrival until and including the day of departure throughout your entire stay.
Highlights
- Free travel by bus and train throughout the entire bodo public transport network
- Dogs travel free of charge, and bicycles can be taken on trains free of charge (Monday to Friday from 9:00 am)
- More than 200 benefits for leisure, cultural and nature experiences
- Discount on the Bodensee Ticket
- Digital guest card with additional information for excursions in the region.
Not included
- Boat cruises (discounted only)
- the Konstanz–Meersburg car ferry
- IC/EC trains, long-distance buses and connections outside the bodo network area
- bicycle transport where restrictions apply
Available
- Free of charge for overnight guests (financed through the visitor's tax)
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Issued directly by the accommodation provider, not available for purchase.
Who is it for?
For overnight guests staying in one of the 18 member municipalities on the northern shore of Lake Constance, as well as local residents with the EBC Home version.
Guest Cards and Benefits for Your Holiday on the Western Shore of Lake Constance
The Western Lake Constance region encompasses the area around the Lower Lake (Untersee) and the Seerhein, particularly the region surrounding Konstanz, Radolfzell and the Höri Peninsula. It is characterised by peaceful natural landscapes, charming lakeside villages and its close proximity to Switzerland.
The BODENSEECARD WEST
The BODENSEECARD WEST is the guest card for overnight visitors staying in the Western Lake Constance region. You receive the card from participating accommodation providers, either digitally before arrival or at check-in.
Validity
The BODENSEECARD WEST is valid throughout your entire stay and also for arrival within the VHB transport network area.
Highlights
- Free travel by bus and train in the district of Konstanz, extending to Überlingen and Stein am Rhein, including the Biberbahn Stockach–Mengen railway line
- 20% discount on Untersee boat services
- Discounts at museums, boat services, lidos and leisure pools
- Reduced rates on boat and bicycle rentals in the region
Not included
- Travel outside the VHB transport network area
- many boat services and additional services (discounted only)
- long-distance transport such as IC/EC trains
Available
- Free of charge for overnight visitors, financed through the visitor's tax
- Issued directly by participating accommodation providers and also available digitally
Who is it for?
For overnight visitors staying in participating destinations in the Western Lake Constance region.
Guest Card Benefits with the OSKAR Guest Card in Schaffhauserland, Thurgau and St. Gallen
The Schaffhauserland is located on the western shores of Lake Constance and along the High Rhine in Switzerland. The region includes the city of Schaffhausen and the area surrounding the Rhine Falls, combining natural attractions with historic old towns and picturesque wine landscapes.
The Thurgau lies on the southern shore of Lake Constance in Switzerland, between Kreuzlingen and Romanshorn. Characterised by rolling hills, orchards and charming lakeside villages, the region is known as one of the lake’s most peaceful and nature-oriented destinations.
The St. Gallen region stretches from the shores of Lake Constance around Rorschach to the rolling hills of the Appenzellerland and Toggenburg. It combines lakeside scenery with Alpine foothills and cultural highlights such as the city of St. Gallen.
The OSKAR
The OSKAR Guest Card is available to overnight guests staying at participating hotels and accommodation providers in Eastern Switzerland. It combines free admission to numerous attractions with complimentary use of public transport.
Validity
The OSKAR Guest Card is valid for 2 to 7 consecutive days and is exclusively available through participating accommodation providers.
Highlights
- Free admission to more than 60 attractions in Eastern Switzerland
- Includes mountain railways in the Alpstein and Toggenburg regions
- Boat cruises on Lake Constance and the Lower Lake are included
- Access to museums and cultural highlights such as the Abbey District of St. Gallen
- Free travel by bus and train throughout the entire OSTWIND public transport network
Not included
- Multiple visits to the same attraction and services outside the OSTWIND transport network
Price
- Approximately CHF 65–135, depending on the validity period
- Children receive a 50% discount
Available
- From participating partner hotels and accommodation providers in Eastern Switzerland
Who is it for?
For overnight guests in Eastern Switzerland, especially families, culture enthusiasts and visitors who wish to explore the region using public transport.
Travel flexibly in St. Gallen with the Mobility Ticket:
Mobility-Ticket St. Gallen-Lake Constance
The Mobility Ticket St. Gallen–Lake Constance is a guest card that includes public transport for overnight guests staying in the St. Gallen and Rorschach region. It is issued by participating accommodation providers and allows free use of public transport.
Validity
The Mobility Ticket is valid from the day of arrival until and including the day of departure throughout your entire stay.
Highlights
- Free travel by bus and train within the OSTWIND fare zones 210, 211 and 231 (St. Gallen – Rorschach – Lake Constance)
- Convenient and sustainable mobility throughout the region without the need to purchase additional tickets.
Not included
- Admission to attractions
- boat cruises on Lake Constance
- mountain railways and leisure activities
Available
- Free of charge for overnight guests (financed through the visitor's tax)
- Issued directly by participating accommodation providers; not available for purchase.
Who is it for?
For overnight guests staying in hotels, guesthouses and other accommodation providers in St. Gallen and Rorschach who want to explore the region flexibly by bus and train.
Guest Cards and Benefits for Your Holiday in Lake Constance Vorarlberg
The Lake Constance Vorarlberg region is located on the southeastern shore of Lake Constance in Austria, centred around Bregenz, Dornbirn and Feldkirch. It combines the lake with the Alps, offering a unique mix of culture, nature and urban life, all within easy reach.
Gästekarte für Entdecker:innen
The Gästekarte für Entdecker:innen is the mobility card for overnight guests in Vorarlberg. It is issued by participating accommodation providers and allows free use of public transport in the region.
Validity
The guest card is valid from the day of arrival until and including the day of departure throughout your entire stay.
Highlights
- Free travel by bus and train throughout the entire Vorarlberg public transport network
- Includes cross-border railway stations in Germany, Switzerland and Tyrol (e.g. Lindau)
- Convenient and sustainable mobility for excursions throughout the region.
Not included
- Boat cruises
- paid hiking and shuttle buses
- leisure activities and admission fees
Availability
- Free of charge for overnight guests (financed through the visitor's tax)
- Issued directly by participating accommodation providers; not available for purchase
Who is it for?
For overnight guests staying in participating municipalities in Vorarlberg, including business travellers who want to explore the region flexibly and without a car.
The vor.you Erlebniskarte
The vor.you Erlebniskarte is a purchasable benefit card for the Lake Constance–Vorarlberg region. It offers free admission to numerous attractions and is ideal for active days of discovery around Lake Constance and in the Vorarlberg Alps.
Validity
The vor.you Experience Card is available as a 24-hour, 48-hour or 72-hour pass, as well as a weekly pass. The validity period begins with the first use of a participating service. During the validity period, all included offers can be used as often as desired, with a maximum of one visit per attraction per day.
Highlights
- Free admission to more than 50 attractions throughout the region
- Discounts at numerous bonus partners
- A wide variety of leisure, nature and cultural experiences
- Ideal for flexible day trips in Vorarlberg.
Not included
- Public transport is not generally included
- Additional services offered by individual attractions or events
Available
Online via the webshop, at tourist information offices and at participating partner hotels.
Who is it for?
For overnight and day visitors, families and local residents who want to experience the Lake Constance–Vorarlberg region in an active and varied way.
The vor.you Sommerkarte
The vor.you Sommerkarte is available for adults and children and offers free admission to participating attractions throughout the Vorarlberg summer holidays.
Validity
The card is valid throughout the Vorarlberg summer holidays (from 11 July to 13 September 2026).
All included attractions can be visited as often as desired, with a maximum of one visit per attraction per day.
Best suited for
- Families during the summer holidays
- local residents who enjoy a wide range of leisure activities in the region
- guests staying in Vorarlberg for a longer period
- and anyone planning regular visits to mountain railways, outdoor swimming pools, museums and leisure attractions.
Guest Cards and Benefits for Your Holiday in Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein is located south of Lake Constance between Switzerland and Austria in the Alpine Rhine Valley. The small principality combines Alpine landscapes with cultural attractions and is easily accessible from the Lake Constance region.
WELCOME Erlebnispass Liechtenstein
The WELCOME Experience Pass is the guest card for overnight guests staying in the Principality of Liechtenstein. It is issued by participating accommodation providers, also digitally, and offers benefits for mobility and leisure activities in the region.
Validity
The Experience Pass is valid from the first overnight stay throughout the entire stay.
Highlights
- Free use of public transport (LIEmobil)
- Around 20% discount on numerous attractions and leisure activities
- Convenient and sustainable mobility within Liechtenstein.
Not included
- No free admission to attractions
- Additional services offered by individual providers may be subject to a charge.
Available
Free of charge for overnight guests (financed through the visitor’s tax). Issued directly by participating accommodation providers and also available digitally.
Who is it for?
For overnight guests in Liechtenstein who want to discover the principality flexibly and easily.
ALL INCLUSIVE Erlebnispass Liechtenstein
The ALL INCLUSIVE Erlebnispass is a purchasable experience card for the Principality of Liechtenstein. It offers free admission to numerous attractions as well as free use of public transport.
Validity
The Experience Pass is available as a 1-day, 2-day or 3-day pass and is valid on consecutive days.
Highlights
- Free admission to more than 30 attractions in Liechtenstein
- Free use of public transport throughout the country
- A combination of cultural, nature and leisure experiences
- Ideal for compact sightseeing trips
Not included
- Services outside Liechtenstein
- Additional services offered by individual attractions
Available
- Online via the webshop
- at the Tourist Information office in Vaduz
- at participating partner hotels
Who is it for?
For overnight and day visitors to Liechtenstein who want to explore the principality flexibly and comprehensively.