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Constance Lake 8 days

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Cycling trip around Lake Constance in 8 days and 7 nights. Loop circuit departing from Constance in standard or comfort version.

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Cycling around Lake Constance, between Switzerland, Austria and Germany

 

 

Cycling Lake Constance is an exceptional route to explore. The lake is situated between Germany, Austria and Switzerland and is famous for the picturesque towns and villages that surround it, including Güttingen, Stein Am Rhein and Gottmadingen. Enjoy an original and unique experience on the border between 3 countries on the cycle paths of Lake Constance.


Main areas of interest during the stay:

  •  Meersburg Castle
  •  the rhine falls
  •  Constance and Bregenz
  •  Mainau, famous flower island
  •  Stein am rhein


Day 1 - Arrival in Constance


Delivery of travel documents and handling of bicycles upon arrival. If you arrive early you can visit the island of Mainau (suggestion).
First night in Constance.

 

Day 2: Constance - Überlingen, approx. 50 km


Your first tour follows the "Gnadensee" to the former imperial city of Radolfzell, which is now a spa town. From here you cross the slopes of Bodendruck. Arriving at the Überlinger See, which is part of Lake Constance, you enjoy a wonderful view of the lake. In the evening, stroll along Überlingen's pretty promenade.

 

Day 3: Überlingen - Kressbronn / Nonnenhorn, approx. 50 km


You set off from Überlingen and pass through the vineyards of Friedrichshafen. On the way you will see the baroque pilgrimage church of Birnau. In Meersburg, take a break to stroll through the old town and discover its castle. In Friedrichshafen you can visit the Zeppelin Museum. You continue through vast orchards to reach Kressbronn.

 

Day 4: Kressbronn - Höchst / Rorschach, approx. 40/50 km


Your route takes you to Bregenz, the capital of Austria's Vorarlberg region, famous for its festival on the world's largest lake stage. You then drive to Höchst where you cross the border again to reach Rorschach.

 

Day 5: Höchst - Constance, approx. 60 km


Your bike ride today takes you to Romanshorn, home to Switzerland's largest port on Lake Constance. You then walk along the shores of the lake to return to Constance. Walk through the old town and enjoy an ice cream or a good beer.

 

Day 6: Constance - Schaffhausen, approx. 50 km


Along Lake Constance, you cycle to Stein am Rhein, known for its frescoes and medieval houses. Cross the border between Germany and Switzerland several times to the canton's capital, Schaffhausen. Admire the decorations of the facades of the houses and the Fort Munot which dominates the city.

 

Day 7: Schaffhausen - Rhine Falls - Constance / Kreuzlingen, approx. 55 km + boat trip


After breakfast, cycle a short distance to the Rhine Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in Europe. Going up the Rhine by bike. Return to Stein am Rhein and follow the Höri peninsula. In Gaienhofen, you board the ferry that takes you to the island of Reichenau. From there it is a few kilometers to Constance.

 

8th Day: End of the tour


Possibility of additional nights.

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General informations :

  • 8 days and 7 nights
  • Standard accommodation comfort level: 2 and 3 *
  • Comfort level of accommodation in comfort version: 3 and 4 *

The dates :

 

Departures every day from 09/04 to 01/10/2023

  • Low season : from 09/04 to 30/04
  • Mid season : from 01/05 to 10/05 and from 15/09 to 01/10
  • High season: from 11/05 to 25/05, from 11/06 to 30/06 and from 01/09 to 14/09
  • Very high season : from 26/05 to 10/06 and from 01/07 to 31/08

 


Included :

  • Breakfast stay
  • Road book : we will provide you with the information relating to the progress of your stay as well as the itinerary to confirm your reservation, subject to change.
  • Unguided loop circuit
  • Transportation of luggage from accommodation to accommodation
  • Visit of the Rosgarten museum in Konstanz
  • Rhine Falls Boat Tour
  • Boat tour between Gaienhofen and Reichenau (bike included)


Not included :

  • Transport to the place of departure
  • No half board offered
  • Personal expenses
  • Tourist tax (to be paid on site)
  • Visits

Options:

  • VTC or VAE rental
  • Extra night (s)
  • Theft insurance for the rented bike
  • cancellation insurance

Levels:


1 2 3 4 5 6

 

Ground :


Flat, very smooth and traffic-free roads and paths, cycle paths.

 

Weather :


Mild, pleasant temperatures.

 

Technicality:


- 30 to 60 km of hiking per day, or about 3 to 4 hours of cycling.

- Partly signposted route, map reading desired.


Bibliography:

 

- Guide in French around Lake Constance - Cartovelo editions.

- Map of Lake Constance, scale 1: 75,000 Esterbauer Edition.

 

 

Additional nights:


An additional night is offered to you at the start and end of your stay.

 

Meals:


Breakfasts: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice) or buffet.
Lunches: not included
Dinners: not included


The bike :

 

- Rental bike: 21-speed VTC. It can be picked up from our correspondent in Constance.

 At the end of the tour, you will have to leave the rented bike at the hotel and notify reception.


- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.

At the end of the circuit, you will have to take care of your bike.


Assistance:


Assistance in the event of breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).


Luggage:


During the stay, they are transported by a courier or by our team and limited to one piece of luggage per person. (max. 20 kg)

 

Road book :

 

The road book with the description of the routes is given to you by post or email before your departure. Our partner on site will give you the vouchers for hotels and restaurants as well as labels for luggage.

 

Transportation:


- By train: Constance station
- By road: Bregenz is 260 km east of Strasbourg and 230 km from Mulhouse.
- By plane: Zurich Airport, Friedrichshafen, Stuttgart.

 

Your vehicle:


Possibility of parking with our local correspondent 50 € per week or free parking in town.


Cancellation insurance :

 

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.

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