Radreise Bodensee: im Kurzurlaub um den See ab Bregenz

Your trip

Three countries – one experience: 40 years of the Lake Constance cycle path!

The Lake Constance Cycle Path has connected Germany, Austria and Switzerland since 1983 – and has delighted cycling enthusiasts from all over the world. Discover the “Swabian Sea” in four relaxed stages and experience the diversity of three countries on two wheels.

This bike tour takes you in only 4 bike stages on the Lake Constance Cycle Path through 3 countries: Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

The starting point is the charming festival town of Bregenz, located directly on the lake with its famous lake stage and picturesque lakeside promenade. From here, you follow the Rhine tributary into Lake Constance and have the opportunity to visit the islands of Reichenau, Mainau and Lindau – each a little gem in its own right.

In Constance , you cross the Rhine at kilometer 0 and take the ferry to Meersburg. The route continues along the southern bank via Friedrichshafen, always accompanied by the glistening water and the panorama of the Alps in the background. Finally you reach Bregenz again – filled with impressions and experiences.

This trip is more than just cycling: You will “experience” the scenic beauty and cultural highlights along the way – from historic old towns and blooming gardens to culinary delights.

Accommodation

You will spend the night in selected hotels of the 3* or 4** category. All rooms have bathroom, shower and toilet.

Catering

Every day a rich cyclist breakfast buffet is included.

If you book the ‘half-board’ option, your package also includes 4 x 3-course dinners in the hotel or partly outside the hotel at all overnight locations except Bregenz and Friedrichshafen.

The route

You will ride mainly on flat and paved bike paths away from car traffic. The 6 daily stages are between 35 and 64 km. In total, you will cycle approx. 270 – 300 km.

Please note: The trip is not suitable for persons with reduced mobility. Please contact us for detailed information if needed.

Arrival

Car / Parking

You can park in the public “Parking Lot West” at the stadium against payment on site. The parking lot is about 15 minutes walk from the center and the Infopoint. Unfortunately, a reservation is not possible.

Alternatively, please park in the public, central underground parking garage at the Pfänderbahn . Please select the ‘Parking garage’ option when booking.

Rental bicycles

Robust touring bikes (German quality bikes from Kettler & Schauff): 7 gears with hub gears and coaster brake or 21 gears with derailleur gears and freewheel, comfort saddle, 28 inches with various frame heights, saddle bag rental and 1.5 l mineral water when you pick up your bike in Bregenz.

If you are taller than 1.90 m or smaller than 1.60 m, we will ask for wheels with a 66 frame or 26 inch wheels for you.

Electric bikes: 8-speed gears (freewheel); only 21 kg weight! Daily range between 60 and 80 km (depending on the weight / height of the customer and the setting of the assistance); suitable for body heights of 1.60 m – 1.90 m; bookable on request.

Own bikes

Bringing your own wheels on your at your own risk is possible. For possible damages etc. on the own bike during the whole bike trip as well as during transport trips can not be liable.

For your own safety, we recommend that you always wear a bicycle helmet on all bicycle tours.

Your journey in flight

More trips around Lake Constance

Do you have a little more time? We also offer this trip in an 8-day version from Bregenz with a detour to the Rhine Falls, see link.

Alternatively, you can start your tour of the Rhine Falls from the island town of Lindau, see link.

Or you can start the great Lake Constance tour in 8 days from Constance, see link.

Notes & country information

For information on travel advice and entry requirements to Germany, Austria and Switzerland, please see our Country Information page. Please also see our notes on package tours.