Around Lake Constance
Austria, Germany, Switzerland Bike & Hotel Tours
A three country Lake Constance cycle tour around the beautiful Bodensee
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Tour Type
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Skill Level
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Length5–8 days
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Prices from€523 Rates
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Overview
This bike tour around Lake Constance (aka Bodensee) will lead through the countries of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland on the Lake Constance Cycle Route, one of Europe's best-known cycling paths.
You begin to bike in Constance (Konstanz), Germany, pedal over the border into Switzerland through towns and countryside, and then to the Austrian town of Bregenz.
Crossing the Rhine, you find yourself on Swiss soil once again, passing through Rorschach with its lovely lake promenade as well as Mariaberg Abbey & Wartegg Castle.
Then via Arbon, the oldest settlement on Lake Constance, and Romanshorn, the route will take you back to the start. And, of course, the unique islands of Reichenau, Mainau, and Lindau are waiting to be explored.
With the Alps as your backdrop, enjoy the views, the culture, and the history!
Highlights
- Half-timbered houses with cascading terraces
- Zeppelin museum
- Island town of Lindau
- Cable car in Bregenz
- Mainau, the flower island
We have several length selections of Lake Constance bike tours from which you can choose.
If you want a longer tour, take a look at our 12-day tour!
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Itinerary
All distances are approximate. Due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during your holiday. For example, along the route, you may find temporary deviations/detours necessary due to roadwork that will not be reflected on your maps or route descriptions. In this case, please follow the directions posted locally.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance (Konstanz)
Day 2: Constance - Gailingen / Stein am Rhein / Wangen / Hemmenhofen , 19 - 25 mi. (30 - 40km)
Day 3: Gailingen - Ludwigshafen / Überlingen, 25 - 37 mi. (40 - 60 km)
Day 4: Überlingen - Kressbronn / Lindau, 31 - 37 mi. (50 - 60 km)
Day 5: Kressbronn - Höchst / Horn / Arbon, 19 - 34 mi. (30 - 55 km)
Day 6: Höchst - Constance, 19 - 34 mi. (30 - 55 km)
Day 7: Departure or extended stay in ConstanceNote: The itinerary may begin in any overnight town listed depending on hotel category and availablity.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance (Konstanz)
Take the chance to visit Mainau island or take a walk through the old town of Constance. The aquariums in the Sea Life Center and the Archaeological Museum are also recommended.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Halm, Alte Post Konstanz
Category A - Halm, Alte Post Konstanz, Kreuzlingen Am Hafen, Harbr
Category B - Ko Ono, B & B Konstanz, Apartment Hotel Konstanz,IbisDay 2: Constance - Gailingen / Stein am Rhein / Wangen, 19 - 25 mi. (30 - 40km)
First, you cycle along the southern Swiss shore of the Untersee and pass many villages, typical to this region. Finally, you reach the little, picturesque town of Stein am Rhein with its many frescoed houses. Depending on where you are staying the night, you might cross the border again for Gailingen or Hemmenhofen.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Höri, Residenz Seeterrasse
Category A - Residenz Seeterrasse, Rheingold, Adler Stein
Category B - Rheingold, Hirschen GailingenDay 3: Gailingen - Ludwigshafen / Sipplingen / Überlingen, 25 - 37 mi. (40 - 60 km)
Today you circle the romantic peninsula of Höri. The famous painter Otto Dix and the well-known author Hermann Hesse used to call this place their home. In the old imperial town on Radolfzell, you take a little break before you cross the Bodanrück. A short steep incline is on your way to Überlingen, the only one all around Lake Constance.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Bad Hotel Überlingen
Category A - Parkhotel St. Leonhard, Bad Hotel Überlingen
Category B - Rotes Haus, Römer, WiestorDay 4: Überlingen - Kressbronn / Nonnenhorn / Lindau, 31 - 37 mi. (50 - 60 km)
From Überlingen, you will cycle to Friedrichshafen. You will pass by the baroque pilgrimage church of Birnau and the ancient town of Meersburg on the way. In Friedrichshafen the Zeppelin museum is worth visiting.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Bayerischer Hof, Reutemann
Category A - Reutemann, Lindauer Hof, Sonnhof, Vis a vis, Schattmaier Kressbron-Gohren
Category B - Vis a vis, Kapelle, Schattmaier, SchönauDay 5: Kressbronn - Höchst / Horn / Arbon, 19 - 34 mi. (30 - 55 km)
Today you will travel towards the imperial island town of Lindau, known for its lavish gardens, historic medieval town center, and its great location nestled under Pfänder Mountain. Then you will head on towards Bregenz. Be sure to take the cable car to the top of Pfänder Mountain, especially on a clear day! The capital town of Vorarlberg is famous for its annual drama festival on the largest lake theater in the world. You finally reach Höchst where you soon cross the border again and then, after pedaling onwards for a few kilometers, reach Rorschach, Horn, or Arbon.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Bad Horn
Category A - Römerhof, Frohsinn, Seegarten
Category B - Smartes Hotel, Weisses Rössli Staad, Mozart, KrennDay 6: Höchst - Constance, 19 - 34 mi. (30 - 55 km)
The last day of your tour leads you through Romanshorn, with most important Swiss harbor on Lake Constance. You will pass many villages full with wooden framed houses on your way back to Constance. You can visit Mainau island today if you haven’t already done so.Sample Hotels:
Category A+ - Steigenberger Inselhotel, Riva, Halm, Alte Post Konstanz
Category A - Halm, Alte Post Konstanz, Kreuzlingen Am Hafen, Harbr
Category B - Ko Ono, B & B Konstanz, Apartment Hotel Konstanz, ABC Hotel, IbisDay 7: Individual departure or extension of stay
After breakfast, you may return home or extend your stay.Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Day 2: Constance - Ludwigshafen / Überlingen, 22-34 mi. (35-55 km)
Day 3: Überlingen - Friedrichshafen, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 4: Friedrichshafen - Lindau / Bregenz, 40/22 mi. (25/35 km)
Day 5: Cat A: Lindau - Arbon, 31 mi. (50 km) or Cat B: Lindau - Rorschach / Arbon, 28/31 mi. (45/50 km)
Day 6: Rorschach - Constance, 19-31 mi. (30-50 km)
Day 7: Constance - Schaffhausen, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 8: Schaffhausen - Rhine Falls - Constance, 55/34/41 mi. (34/55 /65 km) + boat trips, individual departureDay 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Begin your Lake Constance bike tour in the historic city of Constance. Explore its charming Old Town, visit the Sea Life Aquarium, or delve into history at the Archaeological Museum. For nature lovers, a trip to the stunning flower island of Mainau is a must.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Halm
Category B - Ko OnoDay 2: Constance - Ludwigshafen / Überlingen, 22-34 mi. (35-55 km)
Ride along the tranquil Gnadensee to Radolfzell, a former Imperial city turned popular spa resort. Cross the Bodanrück hills (with a short climb) and reach the scenic Überlinger See, a part of Lake Constance. End your day with a peaceful walk along Überlingen’s lakeside promenade.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Parkhotel St. Leonhard
Category B - RömerDay 3: Überlingen - Friedrichshafen, 22 mi. (35 km)
Today’s cycling route takes you to Unteruhldingen, where you can visit the fascinating pile dwellings (Pfahlbauten), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Meersburg, known for its well-preserved medieval castle and charming old town. Finish the day in Friedrichshafen, home to the Zeppelin Museum and Dornier Museum. Don’t miss the panoramic views from the 22-meter harbor tower.Sample Hotels:
Category A - City-Krone
Category B - RebstockDay 4: Friedrichshafen - Lindau / Bregenz, 40/22 mi. (25/35 km)
Pedal through beautiful orchard landscapes to Langenargen, where you’ll find the striking Montfort Castle in Moorish style. Continue to the Bavarian town of Lindau, with its iconic harbor lion and island-based Old Town. Optionally, ride onward to Bregenz, Austria.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Messmer Bregenz
Category B - Zecher LindauDay 5: Cat A: Lindau - Arbon, 31 mi. (50 km) or Cat B: Lindau - Rorschach / Arbon, 28/31 mi. (45/50 km)
Start the day in Bregenz, capital of Austria’s Vorarlberg region, famous for its open-air lake stage (Seebühne). Continue to Höchst, cross back into Switzerland, and ride onward to either Arbon or Rorschach, both scenic towns on the Swiss side of Lake Constance.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Römerhof Arbon
Category B - Frohsinn ArbonDay 6: Rorschach - Constance, 19-31 mi. (30-50 km)
Your route leads through Romanshorn, home to Switzerland’s largest harbor on Lake Constance. Cycle a mostly flat and relaxing stretch along the lake shore, passing swimming spots perfect for a refreshing dip. Arrive back in Constance, where you can explore the Old Town or enjoy a lakeside ice cream to celebrate your return.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Römerhof Arbon
Category B - Frohsinn ArbonDay 7: Constance - Schaffhausen, 31 mi. (50 km)
Ride along the southern shore of Lake Constance to Stein am Rhein, a fairytale town known for its medieval frescoed buildings. Cross between Germany and Switzerland several times before reaching Schaffhausen, dominated by the impressive Munot Fortress.Sample Hotels:
Category A - Kronenhof Schaffhausen
Category B - RüdenDay 8: Schaffhausen - Rhine Falls - Constance, 55/34/41 mi. (34/55 /65 km) + boat trips, individual departure
Cycle to the Rhine Falls, Europe’s largest waterfall. Then ride back along the Rhine to Stein am Rhein and the Höri Peninsula. At Gaienhofen, take a ferry to Reichenau Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From here, it’s a short ride back to Constance, where your tour concludes. Pick up your luggage in the evening and depart—or choose to extend your stay in this beautiful region.In contrast to the 8-day and 7-day easy tour around the Upper Lake, this tour includes admission to many child-friendly attractions. Your children will not be bored! You have the option to add an extra day to visit Mainau Island, the lake dwellings in Uhldingen, the amusement park "Ravensburger Spieleland" and you will ride in the cablecar up to the top of Mount Pfänder in Bregenz!
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Day 2: Excursion to Unteruhldingen, 19 mi. (30 km) + boat and ferry trip
Day 3: Constance - Meersburg - Friedrichshafen, 12 to 16 mi. (20 to 25 km) + ferry
Day 4: Friedrichshafen - Lindau, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 5: Lindau - Rorschach / Arbon, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 6: Rorschach - Constance, 19 - 32 mi. (30 - 50 km)
Day 7: Individual departure or extension of stayNote: The itinerary may begin in any overnight town listed depending on hotel availablity.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Take the opportunity to wander through Constance’s old town or visit the aquariums in the Sea Life Center and go to the Archaeological Museum.Sample Hotels:
Apartment Hotel
B&B Constance
Waldhaus JakobDay 2: Excursion to Unteruhldingen, 19 mi. (30 km) + boat and ferry trip
Today begins with a bike tour to Wallhausen, from where the boat takes you to the other side of the lake to Überlingen. With the lake as your backdrop for the entire way, you'll visit the monastery church Birnau, where you can enjoy a great view of the lake. In Unteruhldingen you will visit the prehistoric pile dwellings. From Meersburg, the car ferry takes you back to Constance.Sample Hotels:
Apartment Hotel
B&B Constance
Waldhaus JakobDay 3: Constance - Meersburg - Friedrichshafen, 12 to 16 mi. (20 to 25 km) + ferry
Leaving Constance, you'll get on the ferry to Meersburg where you can visit a medieval castle. You'll continue on, not far from the shore of Lake Constance to today's destination, Friedrichshafen. The Zeppelin museum is a must see for technology enthusiasts. From the waterfront promenade in town is a beautiful view of the Lake and Alps.Sample Hotels:
Hotel Waldhorn
Rebstock
Seehotel
Hotel City KroneDay 4: Friedrichshafen - Lindau, 19 mi. (30 km)
If you haven't visited the Zeppelin Museum so far, today is another opportunity. The way to Lindau goes by quickly, so you have more than enough time to check out the famous Zeppelin airships. Afterward, you cycle through Langenargen with its pretty Montfort Castle to the Bavarian town of Lindau, whose harbor is watched over by a 6-metre high lion.Sample Hotels:
Gasthof zum Zecher
Hotel Pension Nagel
Vis a VisDay 5: Lindau - Rorschach / Arbon, 25 mi. (40 km)
You should take your first break in Bregenz: The cable car lifts you up to the top of Mount Pfänder above Bregenz and the Lake Constance area. On top, you cannot only enjoy the view but also say hello or "Servus" like the Austrians to the animals at the petting zoo. Back on your bike, you reach Höchst, where you soon cross the Swiss border and reach Rorschach and a few kilometers further Arbon.Sample Hotels:
Hotel Seegarten, Arbon
Hotel Mozart, RorschachDay 6: Rorschach / Arbon - Constance, 25 mi. (40 km)
The last day of your tour takes you through Romanshorn which is home to Switzerland's largest harbor on Lake Constance. Now you continue on along the banks of Lake Constance back to Constance. You will frequently pass places where you can go swimming and refresh yourself in the lovely cool waters of the lake. Let your tour come to a pleasant end with a visit to the underwater world at the Sea-Life Centre in Constance set to reopen in June of 2023. Tickets can be purchased at your own expense.Sample Hotels:
Apartment Hotel
B&B Constance
Waldhaus JakobDay 7: Individual departure or extension of stay
After breakfast, you start your individual return journey home or extend your stay.Optional: It's possible to add an extra night in Friedrichshafen if you'd like to visit Ravensburger Spieland
The cycle path to Ravensburger Spieleland is actually not very far but hilly. Therefore we recommend taking the bus from Friedrichshafen directly to the amusement park. One day there is nearly not enough, there is just so much to see, to try out, to build, and to play!Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Day 2: Constance - Radolfzell - Stein am Rhein - Constance, 47 mi. (75 km)
Day 3: Constance - Lindau / Bregenz, 31 - 41 mi. (50 - 65 km) + Ferry Trip
Day 4: Bregenz - Constance, 44 - 56 mi. (70 - 90 km)
Day 5: Departure or extended stay in ConstanceNote: The itinerary may begin in any overnight town listed depending on hotel availablity.
Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance
Take the opportunity to visit the island of Mainau, wander through Constance’s old town or visit the aquariums in the Sea Life Center and go to the Archaeological Museum.Sample Hotels:
Hotel Ko'OnoDay 2: Constance - Radolfzell - Stein am Rhein - Constance, 47 mi. (75 km)
First, you cycle along the Gnadensee to the former Imperial town of Radolfzell, now a spa resort. Continue through beautiful countryside along the Höri peninsula to the Swiss town of Stein am Rhein with its many frescoed houses. Along the southern bank of the lake, you cycle through picturesque Swiss fishing villages back to Constance.Day 3: Constance - Lindau / Bregenz, 31 - 41 mi. (50 - 65 km) + Ferry Trip
The car ferry takes you from Constance to Meersburg and cycling through vineyards you reach the Zeppelin town of Friedrichshafen. In Friedrichshafen, we can recommend a visit to the Zeppelin museum. Today, the tour takes you through extensive orchards to the Bavarian town of Lindau, where you should not miss visiting the old town - situated on an island. Now it's just a few kilometers to Bregenz, the capital town of the Vorarlberg region of Austria and famous for its annual festival on the world's largest lake-stage.Sample Hotels:
Vis a vis
Hotel Nagel, Lindau
Hotel Messmer, BregenzDay 4: Lindau / Bregenz - Constance, 44 - 56 mi. (70 - 90 km)
Now, you cycle through the nature reserve of the Rhine Delta, where the Alpenrhein flows into Lake Constance. At Altenrhein, you cross the border to Switzerland and follow the cycle path to Arbon, Romanshorn, and then back to Constance. The cycle path is almost always right at the side of the lake here. This stretches us flat and easy to cycle, unless in a stronger westerly wind. You will frequently pass places where you can go swimming and refresh yourself in the lovely cool waters of the lake.Day 5: Individual departure or extension of stay
After breakfast, you start your individual return journey home or extend your stay.Due to the length of the daily distances, we don't recommend the sporty tour for children.
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Map
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Hotels & Bikes
7-day tour
Category A+: 4-star hotels and guesthouses close to city center.
Category A: Charming 3 and 4-star hotels and guesthouses close to city center.
Category B: 2 and 3-star hotels sometimes outside of city centers or in nearby towns.
(You may find a sample hotel list if you click the Itinerary tab, and then click the drop-down of the tour length you desire).8-day regular tour
Category A: Charming 3 and 4-star hotels and guesthouses close to city center.
Category B: 2 and 3-star hotels sometimes outside of city centers or in nearby towns.
7-day family tour
3-star level accommodations
5-day sporty tour
3-star level accommodations
(You may find a sample hotel list if you click the Itinerary tab, and then click the drop-down of the tour length you desire).Please Note: Bookings are based on availability and we do our best to provide the highest quality hotels within each category. In rare cases, we cannot always guarantee all hotels will be in the city center or have air conditioning. Additionally, twin-bed rooms (rooms with separate beds) are not normally possible. Most rooms feature one large bed, possibly with two separate mattresses pushed together.
Bicycles
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Men’s and women’s standard bike
Men's and women's standard bikes featuring:
- 7-speed internal gear hub and back-pedal brakes
- 24-speed derailleur gears and caliper brakes
- Unisex bikes with deep step-through frames for all sizes
- Men's bikes from a body height of 1.75 m
- Anti-puncture Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires
- Hub dynamo
- Luggage rack
- Comfortable saddle
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Sporty Bike
- Sporty seating position
- 30-speed Shimano XT derailleur gears
- Hydraulic disc brakes
- Suspension seat post
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Electric bicycle
For those who would like to have the support of a motor when they're out and about, these stable and reliable e-bikes are recommended. The e-bike features a deep step-through frame and upright sitting position. The electric support can be added as you need it to assist with longer stretches or hilly sections. The Marathon Plus tires, from Schwalbe, ensure for a safe ride even when your cycling down mountains or riding at high speeds.
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Children’s bikes and accessories
For young cyclists
- Children's and teenager's bikes from 20" to 26" frame height
- Children's trailers for up to two children: capacity up to approx. 45 kg
- Trailgators: capacity up to approx. 28 kg
- Child seat: capacity up to approx. 22 kg
- Recumbent seater Weehoo trailer: capacity up to approx. 30 kg for children between 2 and 7 years of age.
The children sit comfortably in the Weehoo, secured by a 3-point belt. They decide whether or not they want to pedal too. The Weehoo trailers are available for selected tours.
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Inclusions
What’s Included
All tours
- Hotel accommodations for 4, 6 or 7 nights in double bedrooms (separate beds are not normally possible!) in chosen category
- Breakfasts
- Comprehensive travel info & maps (1 set per room)
- 27-speed touring bicycle with caliper brakes or 7-speed touring bicycle with back pedal brake with unisex frames. Equipped with: Pannier, handlebar bag, mileometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit (one per booking)
- Bike Protection
- Luggage transportation (limit 20 kg/piece)
- Service hotline
- GPS tracks with advance request
- Entrance to Rosgarten museum, 1 coffee incl.
- Boat trip Wallhausen/Dingelsdorf - Überlingen incl. bicycle
- Entrance Lake Dwelling Museum Unteruhldingen
- Entrance to Rosgarten museum, 1 coffee incl.
- Entrance Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
- Cable car return ride to the Pfänder excl. bike
- Entrance to Rosgarten museum, 1 coffee incl.
- Boat trip Gaienhofen-Reichenau incl. bike
- Boat trip to the Rhine Falls rocks
- Ferry from Constance - Meersburg incl. bicycle
- 27-speed bike (30-speed mountain bike available for additional €30 - mountain bike bring own cycling rucksack)
7 day Tour
7 Day Family Tour
8 day tour
5 Day Tour
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival to hotel in Constance
- Lunches & dinners
- Helmet not available (we recommend bringing your own)
- City tax, if applicable (to be paid at each hotel) approximately €2 per night
- Travel Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
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Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 4 nights € 813 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 4 nights € 982 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1323 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1602 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1263 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1502 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 7 nights € 1423 Book Jul 11–31 (Daily)Jul 11–31 (Daily) 7 nights € 1672 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 4 nights € 813 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 4 nights € 982 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 6 nights € 1323 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 6 nights € 1602 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 6 nights € 1263 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 6 nights € 1502 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 7 nights € 1423 Book Aug 1–22 (Daily)Aug 1–22 (Daily) 7 nights € 1672 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 4 nights € 753 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 4 nights € 922 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1223 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1502 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1163 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 6 nights € 1402 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 7 nights € 1323 Book Aug 23–31 (Daily)Aug 23–31 (Daily) 7 nights € 1572 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 4 nights € 753 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 4 nights € 922 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 6 nights € 1223 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 6 nights € 1502 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 6 nights € 1163 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 6 nights € 1402 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 7 nights € 1323 Book Sep 1–26 (Daily)Sep 1–26 (Daily) 7 nights € 1572 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 4 nights € 623 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 4 nights € 792 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 6 nights € 1023 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 6 nights € 1302 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 6 nights € 953 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 6 nights € 1192 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 7 nights € 1173 Book Sep 27–30 (Daily)Sep 27–30 (Daily) 7 nights € 1422 Book Oct 1–3 (Daily)Oct 1–3 (Daily) 7 nights € 1173 Book Oct 1–3 (Daily)Oct 1–3 (Daily) 7 nights € 1422 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 4 nights € 623 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 4 nights € 792 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 6 nights € 1023 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 6 nights € 1302 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 6 nights € 953 Book Oct 1–10 (Daily)Oct 1–10 (Daily) 6 nights € 1192 Book Oct 4Oct 4 7 nights € 1003 Book Oct 4Oct 4 7 nights € 1252 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 4 nights € 523 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 4 nights € 692 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 6 nights € 873 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 6 nights € 1152 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 6 nights € 803 Book Oct 11–25 (Daily)Oct 11–25 (Daily) 6 nights € 1042 Book Pricing details and extra options
7 Day Tour
- Season A 2026 Daily Oct 11–25 • 6 nights from € 8032026 departures: Daily Oct 11–25
2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A+ Double occupancy € 1273 Single occupancy double room for single use€ 1772 Category A Double occupancy € 1023 Single occupancy € 1322 Category B Double occupancy € 803 Single occupancy € 1042 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Children's discounts are available and apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults. - Season B 2026 Daily Sep 27–Oct 10 • 6 nights from € 9532026 departures: Daily Sep 27–Oct 10
2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A+ Double occupancy € 1423 Single occupancy double room for single use€ 1922 Category A Double occupancy € 1163 Single occupancy € 1462 Category B Double occupancy € 953 Single occupancy € 1192 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Children's discounts are available and apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults. - Season C 2026 Daily Aug 23–Sep 26 • 6 nights from € 11632026 departures: Daily Aug 23–Sep 26
2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A+ Double occupancy € 1653 Single occupancy double room for single use€ 2152 Category A Double occupancy € 1373 Single occupancy € 1672 Category B Double occupancy € 1163 Single occupancy € 1402 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Children's discounts are available and apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults. - Season D 2026 Daily Jul 4–Aug 22 • 6 nights from € 12632026 departures: Daily Jul 4–Aug 22
2026 July Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A+ Double occupancy € 1703 Single occupancy double room for single use€ 2202 Category A Double occupancy € 1473 Single occupancy € 1772 Category B Double occupancy € 1263 Single occupancy € 1502 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Children's discounts are available and apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults. - Extra options
Extra nights, Constance Category A+ Double occupancy € 135 Single occupancy € 199 Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 139 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 105 Extra nights, Stein/Gailingen/Wangen Price Category A+ Double occupancy € 119 Single occupancy € 199 Category A Double occupancy € 85 Single occupancy € 125 Category B Double occupancy € 65 Single occupancy € 99 Extra nights, Überlingen Price Category A+ Category K Double occupancy € 135 Single occupancy € 235 Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 155 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 115 Extra nights, Kressbronn / Lindau Price Category A+ Double occupancy € 145 Single occupancy € 225 Category A Double occupancy € 115 Single occupancy € 165 Category B Double occupancy € 85 Single occupancy € 125 Extra nights, Höchst / Arbon Price Category A+ Double occupancy € 155 Single occupancy € 245 Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 155 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 115 Children's discounts are available and apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults.PLEASE NOTE: EXTRA NIGHTS THAT AFFECT THE ARRIVAL DATE COULD HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SEASON IN WHICH YOUR TOUR FALLS.
7 Day Family Tour
- Season A 2026 Daily Oct 11–25 • 6 nights from € 8732026 departures: Daily Oct 11–25
2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 873 Single occupancy € 1152 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Electric bike with 2 child seats€ 190 Tandem On request Children's/teenager bike Discount € -50 Children's trailer Discount € -50 Weehoo Discount € -50 Child's seat On request - Season B 2026 Daily Sep 27–Oct 10 • 6 nights from € 10232026 departures: Daily Sep 27–Oct 10
2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 1023 Single occupancy € 1302 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Electric bike with 2 child seats€ 190 Tandem On request Children's/teenager bike Discount € -50 Children's trailer Discount € -50 Weehoo Discount € -50 Child's seat On request - Season C 2026 Daily Aug 23–Sep 26 • 6 nights from € 12232026 departures: Daily Aug 23–Sep 26
2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 1223 Single occupancy € 1502 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Electric bike with 2 child seats€ 190 Tandem On request Children's/teenager bike Discount € -50 Children's trailer Discount € -50 Weehoo Discount € -50 Child's seat On request - Season D 2026 Daily Jul 4–Aug 22 • 6 nights from € 13232026 departures: Daily Jul 4–Aug 22
2026 July Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 1323 Single occupancy € 1602 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Electric bike with 2 child seats€ 190 Tandem On request Children's/teenager bike Discount € -50 Children's trailer Discount € -50 Weehoo Discount € -50 Child's seat On request - Extra options
Extra nights Lindau Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 115 Rorschach/Arbon Double occupancy € 99 Single occupancy € 149 Children's Discounts* Price 0-5 years Discount 100% 6-11 years Discount 50% 12-17 years Discount 25% * Children's discounts apply if staying in the same room as two full-paying adults.PLEASE NOTE: EXTRA NIGHTS THAT AFFECT THE ARRIVAL DATE COULD HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SEASON IN WHICH YOUR TOUR FALLS.
8 Day Tour
- Season A 2026 Oct 4 • 7 nights from € 10032026 departures: Oct 4
2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A Double occupancy € 1223 Single occupancy € 1572 Category B Double occupancy € 1003 Single occupancy € 1252 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Teenager's bike Discount € -50 - Season B 2026 Daily Sep 27–Oct 3 • 7 nights from € 11732026 departures: Daily Sep 27–Oct 3
2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A Double occupancy € 1373 Single occupancy € 1722 Category B Double occupancy € 1173 Single occupancy € 1422 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Teenager's bike Discount € -50 - Season C 2026 Daily Aug 23–Sep 26 • 7 nights from € 13232026 departures: Daily Aug 23–Sep 26
2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A Double occupancy € 1623 Single occupancy € 1972 Category B Double occupancy € 1323 Single occupancy € 1572 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Teenager's bike Discount € -50 - Season D 2026 Daily Jul 4–Aug 22 • 7 nights from € 14232026 departures: Daily Jul 4–Aug 22
2026 July Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Category A Double occupancy € 1673 Single occupancy € 2022 Category B Double occupancy € 1423 Single occupancy € 1672 Bike rentals Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 80 Electric bike € 190 Teenager's bike Discount € -50 - Extra options
Children's Discounts 12-17 years Discount 25% Extra nights, Constance Price Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 139 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 105 Extra nights, Überlingen Price Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 155 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 115 Extra nights, Bregenz / Lindau Price Category A Double occupancy € 99 Single occupancy € 159 Category B Double occupancy € 75 Single occupancy € 115 Extra nights, Rorschach / Arbon Price Category A Double occupancy € 105 Single occupancy € 155 Category B Double occupancy € 95 Single occupancy € 135 Extra nights, Schaffhausen Price Category A Double occupancy € 125 Single occupancy € 175 Category B Double occupancy € 115 Single occupancy € 155 PLEASE NOTE: EXTRA NIGHTS THAT AFFECT THE ARRIVAL DATE COULD HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SEASON IN WHICH YOUR TOUR FALLS.
5 Day Sporty Tour
- Season A 2026 Daily Oct 11–25 • 4 nights from € 5232026 departures: Daily Oct 11–25
2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 523 Single occupancy € 692 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 40 Electric bike € 100 - Season C 2026 Daily Aug 23–Sep 26 • 4 nights from € 7532026 departures: Daily Aug 23–Sep 26
2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 753 Single occupancy € 922 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 40 Electric bike € 100 - Season B 2026 Daily Sep 27–Oct 10 • 4 nights from € 6232026 departures: Daily Sep 27–Oct 10
2026 September Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 October Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 623 Single occupancy € 792 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 40 Electric bike € 100 - Season D 2026 Daily Jul 4–Aug 22 • 4 nights from € 8132026 departures: Daily Jul 4–Aug 22
2026 July Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 2026 August Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Tour package Double occupancy € 813 Single occupancy € 982 Bike rental Price Standard touring bike Included Sporty bike 30 gear€ 40 Electric bike € 100 - Extra options
Extra nights Constance Double occupancy € 85 Single occupancy € 125 Bregenz/Lindau Double occupancy € 89 Single occupancy € 139 PLEASE NOTE: EXTRA NIGHTS THAT AFFECT THE ARRIVAL DATE COULD HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SEASON IN WHICH YOUR TOUR FALLS.
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
- Season A 2026 Daily Oct 11–25 • 6 nights from € 803
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Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This is an easy, self-guided hotel tour with an average daily distance of 13 to 35 miles (20 to 55 km). The route runs predominantly flat, with an occasional rolling hill, along good asphalt roads and bike paths.
Airport Info
Fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the largest international airport of Switzerland and the principal hub of Swiss International Air Lines. The airport is located 13 kilometers (8 mi.) north of central Zürich.
Local Travel
Zurich Airport railway station (German: Bahnhof Zürich Flughafen) is a railway station serving Zurich Airport in Switzerland. The station is located underneath the Airport Center, the main ground-side passenger terminal of the airport. Train from Zurich airport to Constance (Konstanz), 1-2 hr. with zero to one transfers. Cost is approximately €25 per person.
Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. The warm season in Constance is from the end of May until mid-September with an average daily high temperature above 69°F.
Day of Rest
You can usually have a day of rest in any of the towns based on hotel availability. Please see pricing for extra night costs.
Recommended
Helmets are not available for use! Please bring your own helmet.
Remarks
Tandem, child bike, Intermediate bike (for teenagers), child’s trailer, E-cargo-bike with seats for 2 children are available. Children’s discounts available (apply for accommodation in rooms with two full-paying guests.) Ask us for pricing.
Important to know
Documents
Before you travel, please check your country's passport and visa requirements and the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Please check the status of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) as once implemented, will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Extra Stay
This tour is very flexible. The cycling days can be shortened or lengthened, and you can usually book an extra night in any of the towns.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Radweg-Reisen GmbH.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
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Photos
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![Statue at harbor entrance in Konstanz, Lake Constance, Germany. Flickr:Bernd Thaller]()
![Altes Rathaus on Stein am Rhein, canton Schaffhausen, Switzerland. CC:JoachimKohler-HB]()
![Harbor of Lindau Island, Germany, Lake Constance. Flickr:Keith Roper]()
![Überlingen on Lake Constance, Germany. Flickr:Pixelteufel]()
![Radolfzell on the Bodensee, aka Lake Constance. Flickr:lilith-eve-]()
![Lindau, Lake Constance, Germany. Flickr:Keith Roper]()
![Berlingen, Lake Constance. Flickr:Thomas Naas]()
![Spring in Meersburg, Lake Constance. Flickr:Markus Tacker]()
![Lindau Island Harbor, Bavaria Swabia, Germany. Flickr:Jura]()
![Beautiful architecture in Meersburg, Germany, Bodensee. Flickr:Patrick Nouhailler]()
![Lindau Island on Lake Constance. Flickr:Kieth Roper]()
![Biking through Meersburg, Germany, Lake Constance. Flickr:Stefan Jurca]()
![Spargel & Schnitzel in Germany, of course! Flickr:Frank Steiner]()
![Stadsteig in Bregenz, Vorarlberg, Austria. Flickr:Stefan Jurca]()
![Lindau Island along Lake Constance, Germany. Flickr:Keith Roper]()
![Bodensee Wine Fest in Meersburg, Germany. Flickr:LenDog64]()
![Riesling Grapes for harvest. Flickr:Stefano Lubiana]()
![Rathausplatz in Stein am Rhein in Switzerland. CC:Joachim Kohler Bremen]()
![Friedrichshafen, Germany. Flickr:Kiefer]()
![Stein am Rhein in canton Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Flickr:Luca Casartelli]()
![Graf-Wilhelm-Straße in Bregenz, Vorarlberg, Austria. Flickr:Stefan Jurca]()
![Altes Rathaus, Lindau, Germany. Flickr:Andrew Hayward]()
![Shopping in Meersburg, Lake Constance. Flickr:Stefan Jurca]()
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Sandy M.
April 22, 2025Verified Reviewer
My husband and I are not avid cyclists but we found the 7-Day Family Biking Tour rated “easy”, exactly that in terms of terrain and distances. The towns along this course are quaint and easy to navigate as a cyclist. The terrain in between towns and overnight stays were especially scenic and enjoyable!
- When did you take this tour?
- April 2025
- How did the difficulty level compare to your expectations?
- They matched exactly
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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