Sightseeing by bike along the Lake Constance cycle route

Thanks to the Lake Constance cycle route, the Bodensee region is one of the world’s most popular destinations for cyclists. And rightly so! After all, the route offers excellent sightseeing opportunities, allowing you to combine active holidays with cultural and culinary highlights. Expect architectural gems and regional delicacies! Below we have listed several must-see attractions.

Our tip: Get the Bodensee Card PLUS before your trip and enjoy free admission to more than 160 attractions!

 

The famous flower island of Mainau

You have probably heard of it: The picturesque flower island of Mainau is one of the Bodensee region’s most popular excursion destinations – and a definitive must-see! As Mainau can be reached directly from Constance, it’s easy to explore the island by bike. Alternatively, you can also get there by boat and enjoy a different perspective during your cycling trip.

Find out about sightseeing on Mainau island! 

 

The impressive Pile Dwelling Museum in Unteruhldingen

Unteruhldingen’s Pile Dwelling Museum is an archaeological open-air museum located on the lake shore opposite of Mainau island. You can marvel at archaeological finds and reconstructed pile dwellings from the Stone and Bronze Age there. Travel back in time and find out about the life of our ancestors!

Back to the past: Visit the Stone Age!

 

Meersburg castle and Dagobert’s tower

Meersburg castle was first mentioned in documents in 1147. It was probably built in 630 by Dagobert I, who is also the namesake of the central keep of the Meersburg. Today, several centuries later, you can visit the impressive castle without having to conquer it first.

Visit Germany’s oldest privately owned castle! 

Friedrichshafen: a charming lakeside promenade with Alpine views

Friedrichshafen boasts numerous great sights, ranging from Castle Church with its baroque-style bulbous spires to the observation tower at the harbour entrance and the pretty lakeside promenade. Plus, there’s another special highlight: The Bodensee region can also be explored from above! Float along the Alps in a zeppelin and enjoy the stunning views!

Our tip: Before take-off, seize the chance to find out about the olden-times airships at Zeppelin Museum. Aviation enthusiasts will also enjoy Dornier Museum. At the Bodensee region’s largest technology museum, you can marvel at huge flying boats and nostalgic passenger aircraft and explore 100 years of space and aviation history.

Take off in a zeppelin!

 

A change of perspective: Pfänderbahn cable car in Bregenz

A ride with Bregenz’s Pfänderbahn cable car is a very special experience. In a few short minutes, it takes you from the hustle and bustle of the city up to 1,063-metres Pfänder mountain. At the top, a playground, an Alpine wildlife park and stunning views are waiting for you.

Our tip: It’s easy and convenient to get to Bregenz harbour by boat. From there, it’s only a short walk to the valley station of Pfänderbahn cable car.

Perfect for families – Pfänderbahn cable car in Bregenz

Even more sights for your trip around Lake Constance

Stadtführung am Hafen von Konsanz mit Blick auf die Imperia | © MTK Leo Leister

Guided tour of Constance

Anecdotes, well-kept secrets and interesting facts: embark on an exciting journey through time with the informative and amusing tours of the largest city on Lake Constance, held year-round. One of...

Aquastaad – the family pool

In sunny weather, the natural pebble beach is an attractive destination with sand hills and floating bathing islands in the lake. The shade lawn protected by old trees is a bathers’ dream. Our...

Guided tour of Überlingen

You will discover Überlingen on a tour through the historic old town and learn interesting and amusing facts about the turbulent history. Take a look inside the historic council chamber, where the...

Kunsthaus Bregenz Fotograf  Matthias Weissengruber | ©  Kunsthaus Bregenz

Kunsthaus Bregenz

KUB is a luminescent body of glass panelling, steel and concrete. When it opened in 1997, the minimalist design by world-famous Swiss architect Peter Zumthor turned heads. Today, the Kunsthaus...

Skulpturengarten | © Würth Haus Rorschach Thomas Haub

Forum Würth Rorschach

With its combination of art, architecture and enjoyment, Würth Haus Rorschach is a unique interactive experience for the whole family. The Forum Würth Rorschach is the museum part of the Würth...

LOCORAMA Railway Theme Park, Romanshorn at Lake Constance

LOCORAMA Railway Theme Park, Romanshorn

This is the place to see the steam loco- motive Ec 3/5 of the former Mittelthurgau railway, the Bavarian steam locomotive S 3/6, the Gotthard locomotive Ae 6/6 and a number of other traction units....

Arenenberg close to Lake Constance

Arenenberg – Chateau and Napoleonic museum

The chateau is situated at one of the most beautiful vantage points in the Lake Constance region. In 1816, Hortense de Beauharnais, stepdaughter of Napoleon I, chose to exile herself here. Visitors...

Tip!
The Bodensee Cycle Route Anniversary
The almost 260 km long circular route around Lake Constance will be exactly 40 years old in 2023. Reason enough to celebrate together with our visitors. Throughout the year, various activities will take place to which we would like to cordially invite you.
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