Western Lake Constance

From Hegau to Constance
Bodensee

Constance-Bodensee-Hegau

Scattered with historical, cultural and scenic gems, the western region of Lake Constance stretches from the Hegau area across the Untersee to the best-known city on Lake Constance: Konstanz. The region is characterised by volcanic rock, unspoilt landscapes, prehistoric settlements and medieval churches, palaces and castles. For water sports enthusiasts as well as nature and culture lovers, there are numerous leisure activities on offer. The fascinating landscape with reed-covered shores, breathtaking views, orchards and vegetable gardens, gently rolling hills and colourful woods is ideal for hiking and cycling. There is also plenty for culture lovers to enjoy in the lovingly restored old towns, the numerous castles, palaces and churches and the rich museum and artistic landscape. Modern spa and sauna facilities as well as the outstanding, fresh cuisine typical for Lake Constance make a relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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Must-dos at Western Lake Constance:

  • travel by boat to the Flower Island Mainau
  • hike along the premium hiking trails (“SeeGang” and “Hegauer Kegelspiel”)
  • taste fresh fish during the whitefish weeks on the Untersee
  • stroll through medieval Stein am Rhein
  • cycle around Reichenau island
  • climb to the top of Konstanz cathedral and visit  Konstanz old town
  • buy vegetables, herbs and fruit direct from farm and go on a picnic
  • marvel at the studios of Hermann Hesse and Otto Dix in Gaienhofen on the Höri Peninsula
  • visit a private garden as part of the Garten-Rendezvous
  • hire a canoe and observe the local bird life
  • enjoy the view from the Arenenberg park and Palace

The right place at the right time of year:

  • Spring tip:
    marvel at the tulips on Mainau Island and draw inspiration along the Untersee artists’ road where Otto Dix, Erich Heckel and many others once set up their easels.

  • Summer tip:
    take a dip at one of the refreshing lidos and glide silently over the Untersee in the futuristic solar ferry HELIO.

  • Autumn tip:
    hike along one of the premium hiking trails and dine on delicious fish during the whitefish weeks by Lake Constance.

  • Winter tip:
    feel the magic of the Konstanz Christmas market right beside the lake and observe the bird life on the Untersee.

Selected attractions at Western Lake Constance

Bodensee-Therme Konstanz | © Bädergesellschaft Konstanz mbH

Lake Constance thermal baths, Constance

The thermal spa Bodensee-Therme Konstanz is located right on the shore of Lake Constance. While guests enjoy the warm thermal water, they have a spectacular, panoramic view of the Alps. After...

Holzschale © Landesamt für Denkmalpflege | © Landesamt für Denkmalpflege

UNESCO Site Allensbach Strandbad

Customs Inspector Dehoff discovers the site in 1861. The multi-phase young and end Neolithic settlement area is located in the area of ​​camping and bathing place under powerful chalk layer and...

Museum Reichenau | © Museum Reichenau, Ulrike Klumpp

Reichenau Museum

Visitors to the monastic UNESCO island learn about the cultural and historical significance of Reichenau in three separate museums. Together with the three Romanesque churches, the four museum...

Selected events at Western Lake Constance

Konstanz Weihnachtsmarkt

WinterSeeLeuchten

01. October 2024 until 31. March 2025

During the cozy season, a special magic lies over the largest city on Lake Constance. Winter city tours, hotel packages and Christmas specials invite you to take a relaxing break.

Radolfzeller Christkindlemarkt | © TSR GmbH Kuhnle+Knoedler

Radolfzell Christmas market

05. December until 08. December

Far from commercialism, authentic and regional, the four-day market offers an atmospheric ambience and a diverse, high-quality range of products. Younger visitors particularly enjoy taking a spin on...

Hüttenzauber Singen

Christmas market Singen

05. December until 23. December

A cosy, pre-Christmas mulled wine garden in the middle of the catering area in the centre of Rathausplatz will once again serve as the central element of the Singen Christmas Market this year. There...

Selected tours at Western Lake Constance

Lake Constance Island and Volcano Hopping  | © REGIO - Konstanz, Bodensee, Hegau

Lake Constance Island and Volcano Hopping

4 days
Garden Rendezvous on the West Side | © REGIO Konstanz-Bodensee-Hegau

Garden Rendezvous on the West Side

5 days

Island hopping on Lake Constance

6 days

Selected holiday offers at Western Lake Constance

Hotel Hirschen Horn: Hiking & biking days by Lake Constance

5 nights from 904.00 € per person

Spring & autumn magic 4 = 5

5 nights from 782.00 € per person

Hotel Hirschen: Time out with a guaranteed feel-good factor

2 nights from 408.00 € per person

Contact address

REGIO Konstanz-Bodensee-Hegau e. V., Obere Laube 71, 78462 Constance, Germany