The classic tour of Konstanz lake by bike

You arrive in Constance at the desired time. Enjoy a stroll through this beautiful city and take time to admire the Romanesque cathedral in the medieval district of Niederburg.

Leaving Konstanz and crossing the Wollmatingen marshes, you can decide whether to go north around the lower lake to the charming medieval town of Radolfzell, or take the large dike to the monastery island of Reichenau and take a boat (not included, see crossing times below) to the Höri peninsula.

From the Höri peninsula, which inspired many German artists including Hermann Hesse and Otto Dix, cycle along Lake Constance between vineyards and up the Rhine to Stein-am-Rhein. Visit the old town of Stein-am-Rhein, with its frescoed facades.

Join Stein-am-Rhein and then let yourself be carried along the Lake Constance cycle path towards Gaienhofen and the almost-island of Höri.Your route then takes you to the medieval town of Radolfzell, where you can take time out to visit the Mettnau Park on the peninsula.Leave the lake for a few kilometers and pedal through the region's few hills before reaching Ludwigshafen, where you return to the lake. You pass Sipplingen before reaching Überlingen. Visit the Franciscan church, the old town hall and the cathedral, the oldest Old Gothic building in the Lake Constance region.

Bike through the well-maintained vineyards and pastures on your way to Friedrichshafen. On the way, check ou the Baroque church in Birnau, and the prehistoric musuem in Unteruhlidingen. Stop in the medieval city of Meersburg, where you can see the oldest inhabited caste in Europe. The Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen is not to be missed. Maybe splurge and take a authentic Zeppelin ride. Your day ends by reaching your accommodation in the Kressborn area.

Today’s ride continue on the Constance Lake bike trail. Take the bridge to the island of Lindau and ejoy a piece of "kasekuchen" (cheesecake) at an outdoor café. Lindau has a magnificent harbor, medieval buildings and amazing view of the Alps. After filling up on delicious pastry, keep pedaling to the Austrian town of Bergenz, where you’ll see the massive St Martin’tower. If you like, take a gondola up to Pfander Mountain where you’ll get a great view of Lake Constance and see the route you are taking! Bregenz is also known for it summer music festival where musicians perform on an open-hair, floating stage at the end of the lake.Your comfortable hotel is situated between Hochst and Rorschach.

This day takes you to Romanshorn, where you'll see Switzerland's largest port. You'll pass through small villages, and visit the Munsterlingen cloister. Finally, you'll pass through Kreuzlingen to reach Constance on the other side.

After breakfast, take a tour of the city before heading home or extending your stay.