Western Lake Constance

From Hegau to Constance
Bodensee

Constance-Bodensee-Hegau

Scattered with historical, cultural and scenic gems, the western region of Lake Constance stretches from the Hegau area across the Untersee to the best-known city on Lake Constance: Konstanz. The region is characterised by volcanic rock, unspoilt landscapes, prehistoric settlements and medieval churches, palaces and castles. For water sports enthusiasts as well as nature and culture lovers, there are numerous leisure activities on offer. The fascinating landscape with reed-covered shores, breathtaking views, orchards and vegetable gardens, gently rolling hills and colourful woods is ideal for hiking and cycling. There is also plenty for culture lovers to enjoy in the lovingly restored old towns, the numerous castles, palaces and churches and the rich museum and artistic landscape. Modern spa and sauna facilities as well as the outstanding, fresh cuisine typical for Lake Constance make a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Current weather Western Lake Constance

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slightly cloudy
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hours of sunshine
13h 12min
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Must-dos at Western Lake Constance:

  • travel by boat to the Flower Island Mainau
  • hike along the premium hiking trails (“SeeGang” and “Hegauer Kegelspiel”)
  • taste fresh fish during the FishWeeks on the Untersee
  • stroll through medieval Stein am Rhein
  • cycle around Reichenau island
  • climb to the top of Konstanz cathedral and visit  Konstanz old town
  • buy vegetables, herbs and fruit direct from farm and go on a picnic
  • marvel at the studios of Hermann Hesse and Otto Dix in Gaienhofen on the Höri Peninsula
  • visit a private garden as part of the Garten-Rendezvous
  • hire a canoe and observe the local bird life
  • enjoy the view from the Arenenberg park and Palace

The right place at the right time of year:

  • Spring tip:
    marvel at the tulips on Mainau Island and draw inspiration along the Untersee artists’ road where Otto Dix, Erich Heckel and many others once set up their easels.

  • Summer tip:
    take a dip at one of the refreshing lidos and glide silently over the Untersee in the futuristic solar ferry HELIO.

  • Autumn tip:
    hike along one of the premium hiking trails and dine on delicious fish during the FishWeeks on Lake Constance.

  • Winter tip:
    feel the magic of the Konstanz Christmas market right beside the lake and observe the bird life on the Untersee.

Selected attractions at Western Lake Constance

Bodenseeforum Konstanz

Bodenseeforum Konstanz

The new venue for meetings and events at Lake Constance, right in the city of Constance. Modern architecture extending to the interior. Our strengths: functionality and modularity combined with the...

Kanuverleih am Bodensee mit der Bodensee Card PLUS | © La Canoa

Stand-up paddling, canoeing, kayaking and cycle hire

Paddle from the Wallhausen lido in Constance, one of the most beautiful on Lake Constance, to the Teufelstisch, the Marienschlucht gorge or the island of Mainau. You can also cycle to the island of...

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Canoe Rental Lake Constance (4-person canoe)

Would you like to explore Lake Constance on your own and be completely flexible on your canoe tour? No problem, at our locations in Moos as well as at the beach in Iznang we have set up a canoe hire...

Selected events at Western Lake Constance

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see (h) arte 2022 in Radolfzell

13. April until 25. May

1 region and 4 countries and so much art - The 1st International Art Exhibition shows paintings, photography, sculptures, pop art as well as graphics and takes place in the premises of the outlet...

Konstanz Weihnachtsmarkt

WinterSeeLeuchten

01. October 2024 until 31. March 2025

During the cozy season, a special magic lies over the largest city on Lake Constance. Winter city tours, hotel packages and Christmas specials invite you to take a relaxing break.

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Fisherman at Lake Constance

Lake Constance Fish Weeks

09. September until 06. October

During the fish weeks, the chefs of restaurants at western Lake Constance serve 3 special course menus. Whitefish, perch and other fish from the lake form the centrepiece of these delicious fish...

Selected tours at Western Lake Constance

Aussicht auf die Burg Meersburg und den Bodensee

Lake Constance Highlights

6-7 days
Minster St. Maria and Markus with herbs garden on the island of Reichenau at Lake Constance

Lake Constance - A gardener´s paradise

5 days

Island hopping on Lake Constance

6 days

Selected holiday offers at Western Lake Constance

Hotel Hirschen Horn: Hiking & biking days by Lake Constance

5 nights from 904.00 € per person

Constance winter special

2 nights from 125.00 € per person

Hotel Hirschen: Time out with a guaranteed feel-good factor

2 nights from 408.00 € per person

Contact address

REGIO Konstanz-Bodensee-Hegau e. V., Obere Laube 71, 78462 Constance, Germany