- Level 1-2 - Casual bikers: Mostly flat terrain, a few physical condition is necessary, relaxed pace still gives you enough time for breaks and sightseeing.
- Individual Tour: You decide for yourself the pace you want to cycle, the sights you want to see along the way and when to take a break. Our detailed maps and route descriptions show you the way.
- Home-based tour: day trip-recommendations can mostly be indivudally planned, relaxed bike-tour-vacation in selected hotels, you don’t have to pack each morning, if you don’t feel like riding, you can rest or pursue another activity.
- BONUS - biketours: 5% extra discount for bookings until 60 days prior to tour start
Travelcode: 480

Lake Constance Centre-Based Tour

Wanderings at Lake Constance

Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

If you don´t want to pack your bags every day and move to a different hotel, then this rally on Lake Constance is just right for you. The starting point is always your hotel in Constance or Lindau and you can go on individual day tours in the beautiful surroundings. The tour route is entirely up to you. So you have the opportunity to plan you day depending on your mood and daily condition. The many included services offer unlimited highlights.

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Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.
Tour profile: level 1-2

The Lake Constance Cycle Path runs mainly on cycle paths or on quiet side-streets, which are mostly asphalted. The major part of the route leads you in close proximity along the lake shore and is signed throughout.
7-day tour routings / program suggestions

Day 1: Constance
Individual arrical
Day 2: Cycling tour to the Rhine Falls, approx. 50 km
Cycling tour to Stein am Rhein. Stroll through the alleys of the most well-preserved medieval small town in Switzerland, before you cycle further to Schaffhausen. Here, you can admire the largest waterfall in Europe. Afterwards you board a boat, which will bring you to Constance. (Duration of the ride: approx. 3,5 hours)
Day 3: Cycling tour to Arbon, approx 60 km
Your stage leads you along the lakeshore via Romanshorn to Arbon. Enjoy a stroll in the historic city, before you cycle back to Constance on the same route.
Day 4: Unter- and Üblingersee, approx. 60 km
Cycling tour to the island Reichenau, the largest island at Lake Constance. The monastery island is part of UNESCO world heritage. The cycle tour leads you via Radolfzell to Ludwigshafen and further along the shore to Überlingen, Uhldingen and Meersburg. Ferry ride to Constance.
Day 5: Lindau & Bregenz, approx. 45-55 km
Ferry ride to Meersburg. Travelling via the zeppelin town Friedrichshafen, you will arrive in the Bavarian Lake Constance metropolis Lindau. Visit the historic town and the lighthouses with the Löwenmole, before you make your way to Bregenz. After taking a ride up the Pfänder (mountain) you will be surprised with a stunning view of the lake. Return trip by boat. (Duration of ride: approx. 4,5 hours)
Day 6: Excursion to Salem, approx. 40 km
Ferry ride to Meersburg, cycling tour via Unteruhldingen to Salem. Visit the Salem monastery, which is one of the loveliest cultural monuments at Lake Constance or take a stroll through the midst of the home territory of over 200 Barbary apes. Back in Meersburg, you cycle further to Friedrichshafen and travel back by boat. (Duration of the ride: approx. 1 hour)
Day 7: Constance
Individual departure or extension.
8-day tour routings / program suggestions

Day 1: Constance
Individual arrival
Day 2: Cycling tour to Rhine Falls, approx. 50 km
Cycling tour to Stein am Rhein. Stroll through the alleys of the most well preserved medieval small town of Switzerland, before you cycle further to Schaffhausen. Here, you can admire the largest waterfall in Europe. Afterwards, you will travel by ship to Konstanz. (duration: approx. 3,5 hours)
Day 3: Unter- and Üblingersee, approx 60 km
Cycling tour to the Reichenau Island, the largest island in the Lake Constance. You will travel via Radolfzell along the Lake Constance shore to Meersburg. The journey then continues by ferry to Constance.
Day 4: Excursion to Salem, appprox. 40 km
Ferry ride to Meersburg, cycling tour to the Salem monastery, which is one of the loveliest cultural monuments at Lake Constance. Back in Meersburg, you cycle further to Friedrichshafen and will then travel back by ship. (duration: approx. 1 hour)
Day 5: Cycling tour to Lindau, approx. 45 km
Today, you will need to pack your suitcase, as Lindau will be your place of accommodation for the next two days. Ferry ride to Meersburg and cycling tour to Friedrichshafen with the Zeppelin-Museum. The cycle path leads to Lindau, one of the loveliest cities at Lake Constance.
Day 6: Bregenz & Lindau, approx 20 km
Visit the famous Kunsthaus in Bregenz and travel with the Pfänderbahn onto the Bregenz local mountain (1064 m). On the restaurant’s terrace, you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic view. After an eventful day, you will then cycle back to your place of overnight stay Lindau.
Day 7: Swiss Shore, approx. 40 km
You will need to pack your suitcase once again, as you will be returning to Constance. Ship ride (duration: approx. 1 hour) from Lindau into the old port city Rorschach. A dream-like view of Lake Constance and the impressive Alpine foothills will accompany you on your journey through the Thurgau Canton.
Day 8: Constance
Individual departure or extension
Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airport: Friedrichshafen (FDH), Zürich (ZRH)

Zurich is the closest large airport and direct flights from Europe and Overseas are available. The Zurich airport has its own railway stop. Trains run frequently between Konstanz and Zurich (airport and city). It’s about 1 hour between the airport and Konstanz (approx. € 26,- p.P). Alternatively, you can fly into Friedrichshafen and take a 40 mins ferry across the lake.

Arrival by car

Parking at our company area: We are pleased to inform you, that you can park your car for the duration of the bicycle tour on our parking area at a flat fee of € 60,- per car. The number of parking spaces is limited.

Parking at the arrival hotels: Some parking spaces are available directly at the hotels or in the vicinity (public parking spaces). All costs incurred are to be paid on site. For further information you can get in touch with the respective arrival hotel after you have received your hotel list.

Arrival by train

Train station: Constance

Depending on the hotel you are staying at in Constance, you can either get off at the Konstanz-Petershausen station or ride one station further to the main train station. You can take a taxi or the bus to the booked hotel. The connection information (route network map for downloading) of the bus routes can be found >>here.

Additional information

Triples/quadruples: Please note that triples/quadruples can only be booked for max. 2 adults. Triples/quadruples often are double rooms with extra beds (which might be folding or sofa beds).

We don’t offer half-board on this tour.

Transport of bicycles on the scheduled boats as well as the ferry rides from Constance to Meersburg, is not included in the basic travel price of the tour.
The scheduled boat rides can be used several times a day (free use of the boat ride on 4 days).
adventure destinations: completely free entry ONCE
for mountain railways: free ascent and descent ONCE

City or visitor’s tax, if payable, is not included in the travel price.
Included services

7-day tour
- 6 nights incl. breakfast
- Rental Bike insurance
- Ride with the Pfänderbahn in Bregenz
- Rack railway from Rorschach to Heiden
- Entrance to: Affenberg Salem | monastery and castle in Salem | SEA LIFE Constance | pile dwelling museum Unteruhldingen | castle Meersburg | Zeppelin shipyard tour | Rosegardenmuseum in Constance | lido at Arbon+Kressbronn | Kunsthaus Brengenz | Zeppelin museum
- City tour in Constance, Stein am Rhein, Friedrichshafen, Schaffhausen
- Tower ascent of the Montfort Castle
- Scheduled boat rides on Lake Constance
- Maps & information material/room
8-day tour
- 7 nights incl. breakfast
- Luggage Transport on the 5th + 7th day
- Rental bike-complete protection insurance
- Ride with the Pfänderbahn in Bregenz
- Entrance to: Affenberg Salem | monastery and castle in Salem | SEA LIFE Constance | pile dwelling museum Unteruhldingen | Rosegardenmuseum in Constance | Kunsthaus Brengenz
- Scheduled boat rides on Lake Constance
- Maps & information material/room

Dates

Merkmale

Extras

Discounts extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults
0-4,99 years	-100%
5-13,99 years	-25%
from 14 years	-10%

Bicycles & equipment
24-speed-bike	89
E-bike	209

Additional nights
Constance, Cat. A (dbl/sgl)	119/195
Constance, Cat. B (dbl/sgl)	89/135

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

All prices per person in EUR

Hotel samples

Category A
Accommodation on national 4* level.

Constance: Hotel Halm
Centrally located in the Old Town, this classic-style hotel is just opposite Konstanz Central Station and a 3-minute walk to Lake Constance. It offers stylish rooms with free WiFi. In a grand, historical building, all rooms at the Hotel Halm Konstanz are nonsmoking and feature a cable TV and mini-bar. Some have air conditioning and a relaxing seating area.

A rich buffet breakfast and delicious cuisine is served by candlelight in the elegant Maurisches Saal restaurant, featuring chandeliers and high-ceilings. The Bibliothek bar serves exotic cocktails and features its own library. Guests at the Hotel Halm are welcome to relax in the sauna.

Lindau: Hotel Alte Schule
The Hotel Alte Schule is located in Lindau, approx. 200 meters from the Lindau City Museum and 1.5 km from the port. Look forward to city views. The air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV, a desk and a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer and toiletries. A varied breakfast is served every morning.

The Lindau lighthouse is about 1.5 km from the property. It’s not far to the town hall. Friedrichshafen Airport is 28 km away.

Category B
Accommodation on national 3* level.

Constance: ABC Hotel Konstanz
This property is a 15-minute walk from the beach. All rooms at the ABC Hotel feature wooden floors, a sofa, desk and kitchenette. They also come with satellite TV, and Wi-Fi internet access is free in the entire hotel.

A rich breakfast buffet is provided each morning in the modern breakfast room. On-site parking is provided at the ABC free of charge for the time you stay in the hotel (limited availabiliyt). Secure, underground parking is available for a fee. A charging station for electric cars is also available. There are many cafes and restaurants within a 10-minute walk of the hotel.

Lindau: Hotel Schönau
The stylish Hotel Schönau is located directly on the vineyard and the orchards, and is only approx. 10 minutes by car from the center of Lindau.
The rooms were thematically based on the typical regional characteristics of fruit, lake (fish) and wine. You can enjoy a flat-screen TV and mountain views from every room. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and hairdryer. Special amenities include free Wi-Fi in all areas of the hotel and a balcony in every room. The small but fine hotel restaurant will inspire you.

Note: Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.
Bicycles inclusive panniers

The following bikes are available:
- 24-speed trekking bikes unisex 28'' with different frame heights
- E-Bikes
Producer: Victoria; Shift: Marke Shimano; Weight: 16 kg, Max. weight: 130 kg, Saddle: Selle Royal

Electrical bikes | E-Bikes | Pedelecs

We provide our clients with our highly modern E-bikes from Victoria. A highlight is the stepless NuVinci-Gearshift.

With an electric bike every bike tour is a breeze! If you had few opportunities to cycle over the last weeks or if you are not sure concerning your fitness, but also with physical disabilities, every bike ride is a treat! So you can now book a bike tour together with cyclists who have different fitness levels. Acclivity can be handled easily.
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