Lake Constance charm

Arrival in Constance and bike handover (if booked) at our partner's office in Constance.

You start your journey in Constance, the largest city on Lake Constance, which still has a medieval feel to it today. In 1414, it was the scene of the only church council north of the Alps. A small museum commemorates the Czech reformer Jan Hus, who was burned to death here. The town's landmark is the statue of Imperia, a monument to the prostitutes of the time of the Council. The aquariums at the Sea Life Centre and the National Archaeological Museum are also highly recommended.

Cycle along the southern shore of Untersee through picturesque Swiss fishing villages to Stein am Rhein with its frescoed medieval houses. From there, it is only a stone's throw to the small town of Gailingen or towards Wangen and Hemmenhofen.

Today you cycle around the Höri peninsula, where Otto Dix and Hermann Hesse once lived. You take a break in the old imperial town and present-day spa town of Radolfzell. You then cross the Bodanrück and have to put up with a very short climb. Your arrival at Lake Überlingen is rewarded with fantastic views of the Swabian Sea.

Cycle through vineyards to Friedrichshafen. On the way, you will pass the baroque pilgrimage church of Birnau. In Meersburg you should visit the beautiful old town and the old castle. A visit to the Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen is well worthwhile. Your journey continues to Kressbronn or to the island town of Lindau.

On today's route, you will soon reach Bregenz, the capital of Vorarlberg in Austria, famous for its annual festival on the largest lake stage in the world. Finally you reach Höchst, cross the border again shortly afterwards and cycle a few more kilometres to Rorschach, Horn or Arbon.

The last day of your tour takes you through Romanshorn with the largest Lake Constance harbour in Switzerland. You continue along Lake Constance back to Constance. You can stop for a swim along the way. Round off your trip with a stroll through the old town or an ice cream at the harbour.

After breakfast, individual return journey or start of your extension.

Note: If you are travelling with your own bikes, any stage location can be the start/finish.