Hotels at Lake Constance
The mild climate, the beautiful landscape and the wide range of leisure activities make Lake Constance one of the most popular destinations in Central Europe. A hotel on Lake Constance is the perfect place to spend a vacation. Leisure sports enthusiasts take cycling tours from their Lake Constance hotel - there is a 250-kilometer cycling route around the lake. The counterpart for hikers, the Lake Constance circular hiking trail, is even a few kilometers longer.
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Vacation on Lake Constance naturally attracts water sports enthusiasts. You can swim or surf in the summer, when the water reaches up to 25 degrees. The "Swabian Sea" is considered a good, but quite demanding sailing area all year round. In the hotels at Lake Constance also divers meet, who find their challenge under water. On the other hand, you can reach lofty heights by zeppelin from Friedrichshafen.
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Lake Constance is also a haven of culinary delights. On the Swiss side, the Müller-Thurgau grape was bred, from which elegant, fresh white wines are pressed. Around nearby Schaffhausen is Blauburgunderland, a paradise for red wine drinkers. The lake provides fresh fish, especially the famous whitefish, which is also served in the lakeside Romantik Hotels & Restaurants. Regional cuisine with a modern twist at the very highest level promises a visit to one of the star restaurants, of which there are a whole handful in the region. But down-to-earth Swabian specialties such as "Käsespätzle," "Schäufele" or "Maultaschen" are also on the menu at the Bodensee Hotel.
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Many culture lovers also choose the region between Bregenz and Überlingen as their vacation destination. The festival on the Bregenz lake stage with its often modern interpretations of classical works is world famous. The writer Martin Walser lives and works in Überlingen, and the region often plays an important role in his books. Incidentally, Überlingen has the longest lakeside promenade on the entire lake and is therefore a popular tourist destination, as is the medieval old town of Constance, one of the best preserved in Germany. A vacation on Lake Constance would not be complete without a trip to the flower island of Mainau. Plants that are actually native to subtropical or even tropical regions thrive there. So, why wait? Off to Lake Constance, your hotel is best booked right now!
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Lake Constance is located in the border triangle of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. On the German side, it stretches across Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria, on the Austrian side across Vorarlberg, and on the Swiss side across the cantons of Thurgau and St. Gallen.
Lake Constance stretches over a length of approx. 63 km, is up to 14 km wide, and has an area of around 536 km².
The most popular time is May to September: mild weather, long days, blooming gardens on Mainau Island. Spring and fall are ideal for peace and quiet, nature, and sightseeing without the crowds.
- Konstanz: Historic old town, harbor, ideal for shopping and sightseeing.
- Meersburg: Medieval flair with castle and promenade.
- Friedrichshafen: Zeppelin Museum, modern seaport, sports facilities.
- Lindau: Picturesque old town on an island, with harbor and Alpine views.
- Überlingen: Flower gardens, lakeside promenade, relaxed atmosphere.
- Bregenz (Austria): Cultural highlights such as the Bregenz Festival and Lake Constance promenade.
- Romanshorn / Kreuzlingen (Switzerland): Lakeside promenade, relaxed harbor, ideal for trips to Germany.
Lake Constance offers a wide range of accommodation options: from historic half-timbered hotels to hotels with lake views and hotels offering gourmet cuisine.
Hotels located directly on the shore can be found primarily in cities such as Meersburg, Konstanz, Lindau, and Friedrichshafen. Smaller towns such as Überlingen and the Höri peninsula also offer fantastic views. Discover our hotel with a lake view, the Romantik® Hotel Residenz am See in Meersburg, here.
Prices vary greatly depending on the season and location. In summer and around public holidays, prices for a double room usually range between €120 and €250 per night. Off-season, you can find cheaper accommodation.
No, there is no accommodation on Mainau Island. However, hotels in the surrounding area, e.g. in Konstanz or Meersburg, can be reached in a few minutes by car or ferry.
Cycling, hiking, sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, and boat trips are among the classic activities. In addition, there are cultural highlights such as Mainau Island, the pile dwellings in Unteruhldingen, and historic old towns such as Meersburg.
Yes! The Lake Constance Cycle Route is 250 km long and circles the lake. Hiking enthusiasts can explore the Lake Constance Circular Trail, which is slightly longer at just under 270 km and offers many scenic views.
By car, train, or plane: The closest airports are in Friedrichshafen, Zurich, and Munich. Many hotels are easily accessible by public transport or ferry.