Lake Constance by bike - sporting holiday

Around the Constance Lake by bike, sportive tour

Lake Constance lies between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. It is famous for its picturesque towns and villages, among which are Lindau, Stein am Rhein and Bregenz. This short, sporty cycling holiday invites you to explore the stunning landscapes around Lake Constance.

Highlights of the stay:

• Constance
• Meesburg Castle
• Stein Am Rhein, Bregenz and Lindau
• The landscapes of the Untersee

Day 1: Arrival in Constance
Check-in at your hotel in Constance. Discover the old quarter of Niederburg and its rows of medieval houses, home to rustic wine bars. Admire the cathedral and the harbor in the beautiful city of Constance ! Don't miss visiting Mainau Island, the famous flower island.

Overnight in Constance.

Day 2: Stein am Rhein Loop (75 to 85 km)
Cycle along the Gnadensee to Radolfzell, a former imperial city turned spa resort. Continue through the countryside along the Höri Peninsula to Stein am Rhein, with its many frescoed houses. Return to Constance via the fishing villages along the lakeshore.

Overnight in Constance.

Day 3: From Constance to Lindau or Bregenz (50 to 65 km) + ferry
Take the boat from Constance to Meersburg and continue your journey along the vineyards, passing through Friedrichshafen, the birthplace of the Zeppelin (airship) (you can visit its museum). Continue your journey towards the Bavarian town of Lindau, which is rich in originality and history. Then continue your journey to Bregenz, the capital of the Vorarlberg region of Austria, known for its famous festival.
Overnight in Lindau or Bregenz.

Day 4: From Lindau or Bregenz to Constance (70 to 90 km)
Begin your day by crossing the Rhine Delta Nature Park to Altenrhein. Continue on the Lake Constance Cycle Path while crossing the Swiss border and the towns of Arbon and Romanshorn. Then return to Constance. The approximately 80 km stage is made easier by the very flat terrain and well-maintained cycle paths. End your stay with a stroll through the old town and enjoy an ice cream or a good beer.

Overnight in Constance.

Day 5: Constance
End of stay after breakfast. You have the oportunity to extend your stay by adding extra nights

General information :

• 5 days and 4 nights
• Accommodation comfort level: 3* hotels
• Not recommended for children

2026 Dates:

Departures daily from March 21 to October 25

• Low Season: March 21 to March 27 and October 11 to October 25
• Mid Season: March 28 to April 18 and September 27 to October 10
• High Season: April 19 to May 22, June 7 to July 3, and August 23 to September 26
• Very high Season: May 23 to June 6 and July 4 to August 22

Included :

• 4 nights with breakfasts
• Ferry ride from Constance to Meersburg with bicycles
• Roadbook
• Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation
• 7 days a week telephone assistance  

Not included :

• Anything not listed under “included” 
• Transport to departure point 
• Lunches, dinners and drinks 
• Personal expenses
• Tourist tax (to be paid on site)
• Entrance fees for visits  

Options:

• Standard bike or ebike rental
• Extra night (s) in Constance
• Parking
• Theft guarantee for the rented bike
• Multirisk cancellation insurance   

Level: sports version

1 2 3 4 5 6

Ground :

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

Weather :

Mild, pleasant temperatures.

Technicality:

• 50 to 90 km of hiking per day, or about 4 to 8 hours of cycling.
• Partly signposted route, map reading desired.

Bibliography:

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

Meals :

• Breakfasts: buffet (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, bread, milk, butter, jam, orange juice)  
• Lunches: not included
• Dinners: not included

The bike :

• Rental bike: Standard bike or ebike, equipped (Bike lock, breakdown kit, waterproof pannier…). You can pick up your bike on day 2. At the end of the tour, please leave the bike at your last hotel and inform reception. We will take care of its return.  
• Personal bikes: we do not recommend bikes with small tires. Mountain and hybrid bikes are excellent. Please check your bike before departure. You will be responsible for your own bike at the end of the tour. 

Assistance:

7 days a week assistance (except punctures, which are not covered).

Luggage:

Luggage is transported by courier and limited to one piece per person (maximum 20 kg).

Road book :

You will receive your roadbook with luggage tags by mail before your departure. At the first hotel, you will find a complete roadbook with maps, routes descriptions and vouchers.

Transport: 

• By train: Constance station
• By road: Constance 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 partner or free parking in town.

Multirisk cancellation insurance :

To guarantee reimbursement in the event of cancellation of your stay, you may take out our multirisk cancellation insurance. Click here for more information.