Lake Constance - Roundtrip Classic 8 days

Three countries / one lake

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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.

In a total of 8 days, you will circumnavigate the entire Lake Constance on this bike tour, which unites 3 countries at once on its shore: Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the different landscapes and cultures in the villages and towns around the lake while enjoying the breathtaking views over the "Swabian Sea" and the Alpine panorama towering behind it. 

The cycling tour has its starting point in Constance and winds once around the lake, whereby you will also make a detour to the fascinating Rhine Falls on the 8-day variant.

This tour is also available as a 7- or 9-days version. >> Explore all of our tours around Lake Constance

Our Tip: If you book until 60 days prior to arrival you get a 5% discount!

Route

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.

Day 1: Constance

Individual arrival

Day 2: Constance – Stein am Rhein region, approx. 30-40 km

In the picturesque town of Gottlieben you cross the border and on the Swiss side you arrive in the beautiful town of Stein am Rhein. The charm of this medieval town will immediately captivate you. Take time for a visit to the Lindwurm Museum. An impressive drive along the High Rhine leads you to Gailingen. A highlight is the Rhine crossing from Diessenhofen to Gailingen with the historic wooden bridge from 1816.

Day 3: Stein am Rhein region – Rhine Falls – Stein am Rhein region, approx. 40-50 km

Immerse yourself today in the magic of the Munot town of Schaffhausen. A unique town with medieval facades, magnificent 171 oriels and the winding alleys. The Rhine Cycle Path will then take you to the next highlight. Do not miss the impressive natural phenomenon of the Rhine Falls. At 23 meters high and 150 meters wide, it is one of the largest waterfalls in Europe.

Day 4: Stein am Rhein region – Bodman/ Radolfzell region, approx. 35-50 km

The peninsula "Höri" is located between Stein am Rhein and Radolfzell and numerous artists such as Otto Dix, Hermann Hesse, Helmuth Macke have also given it the name artist landscape. The Hesse Museum in Gaienhofen, the Hermann Hesse Haus and the Museum Haus Dix pay tribute to the once famous inhabitants. End the day with a stroll through the old town of Radolfzell. The fishing village of Radolfzell enchants with its charming flair and the unique view of the Untersee.

Day 5: Bodman/ Radolfzell region – Friedrichshafen region, approx. 40-60 km

Pass the picturesque Sipplingen and the monastery church Birnau. In Unteruhldingen we recommend a visit to the pile-dwelling museum. Meersburg, the museum town invites you with its romantic corners to the Middle Ages. The sea route leads you through wine and fruit cultures to Friedrichshafen with the Zeppelin Museum.

Day 6: Friedrichshafen region – Bregenz/Höchst, approx. 35-45 km

­Today you reach the Lake Constance metropolis Lindau, the border triangle between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Visit the old town and the lighthouses with the lion’s pier, Lindau’s landmark. Afterwards, you will arrive in the cultural stronghold of Bregenz. Stroll through the old town or take the cable car to the 1064 m high P fänder and enjoy the unique view of Lake Constance. Through the nature reserve of the Rhine Delta, the largest freshwater delta in Europe, you will reach Höchst.

Day 7: Bregenz/Höchst – Constance, approx. 55-65 km

­You cycle through the Rhine delta into Switzerland. Scenically, the canton of Thurgau offers plenty of variety with its small villages and huge orchards. A dreamlike view of Lake Constance and the impressive foothills of the Alps accompany you to Constance. At the Sea Life Center you will dive into the fascinating underwater world and discover the jungle and the rainforest. You can shorten the route by 21 km with a train ride from Romanshorn to Constance (on your own).

Day 8: Constance

­Individual departure or extension of your vacation at Lake Constance.

Services

  • 7 nights in booked category

  • Daily breakfast

  • Luggage transport (no restriction)

  • Entrance Rosgartenmuseum Constance incl. 1 coffee

  • Entrance to the museum Lindwurm in Stein/Rhein (only with cat. A + B)

  • Entrance Zeppelin museum Friedrichshafen (only with cat. A)

  • Maps and information material per room

  • Rental bike insurance

  • GPS Data on Request

Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here

Dates & Prices

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Dates

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S2   01.04. - 23.05.25
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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 & equipments
Touring bike 16-/21-/24-speed 99
E-bike 229
   
Additional nights
Constance, Cat. A (dbl/sgl) 119/195
Constance, Cat. B (dbl/sgl) 89/135
Constance, Cat. C (dbl/sgl) 79/125

 

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

Accommodation

Hotel samples

Category A

Constance: Harbr. Hotel - Constance
Region Stein am Rhein: Hotel Seeterrasse - Öhndingen
Region Radolfszell: Hotel Stadtgarten - Radolfszell
Region Friedrichshafen: Seehotel Friedrichshafen
Region Bregenz/Höchst: Hotel Schwärzler - Bregenz

Category B

Constance: Hampton by Hilton - Constance
Region Stein am Rhein: Hotel Rheingold - Gailingen
Region Radolfszell/Bodman: Hotel Schmiede - Radolfszell
Region Friedrichshafen: Styles Hotel - Friedrichshafen
Region Bregenz/Höchst: Hotel Linde - Höchst

Category C

Constance: B&B Hotel - Konstanz
Region Stein am Rhein: Hotel Hirschen - Gailingen
Region Radolfszell/Bodman: Bodenseehotel Krone - Bodman
Region Friedrichshafen: Gasthof Rebstock - Friedrichshafen
Region Bregenz/Höchst: Das Smarte Hotel Garni - Höchst

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.

Bicycle

Bicycles inclusive panniers

The following bikes are available:

  • Touring bikes unisex (16/21/24 speed) 28’’ with different frame heights (from a body height of 1,90m upwards we provide mens frames)
  • 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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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. 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 company area at a flat fee of € 70,- per car (to be paid in cash on site). The number of parking spaces is limited and it is not guarded. 

Parking at the arrival hotels: The hotels have partially parking spaces directly at the building for fees of approx. € 10,- per night or in the proximity (free public parking or chargeable parking garages). For further information, you can contact the respective arrival hotel after receiving 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

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

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

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

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