Family Lake Constance Bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 6 nights
VISITING: Germany, Austria, Switzerland
Overview
Why we love this tour
Fairy tale castles, pre-historic stilt-houses and half-timbered buildings
Multi-country tour of Germany, Austria and Switzerland
A boat trip and free entry to attractions
Family-friendly cycling along easy terrain with well-marked paths
Guiding
Distance
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Standard
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Enjoy a week of easy cycling that is perfect for families or those seeking leisurely cycling, along the upper and lower shores of Lake Constance, riding through Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Starting and finishing in the historic city of Constance, you’ll cycle along the eastern and southern shores on safe and well-marked cycle routes, sleeping in a different hotel each night. Some sections are shortened by taking the boat. With shorter distances and a scenic ferry ride, you’ll have plenty of time to stop and take in the sights, take a dip in the lake or stop at the frequently located playgrounds.
Following the lakeshore for much of the way, you’ll pass green vineyards and orchards, with a backdrop of the shimmering Alps. At the start of your week, the stilt houses at the Lake Dwelling Museum are a highlight, followed by the fairy-tale castle in Langenargen and the medieval walled town on Lindau Island. After pedalling across the River Rhine and into Switzerland, the ancient chapels and half-timbered houses of Arbon are a good place for a break before you complete your loop by riding back to Constance.
Read about our team's experience cycling this tour in our blog Why Lake Constance is Perfect for Families.
The Trip
Route
Itinerary
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Accommodation
3* Hotels
We use a pool of 3* hotels to maximise our availability for this tour, so regardless of the time of year we do our best to secure your dates of choice. The accommodation often has a lovely local flair, with a chance to experience local life with an authentic flavour of your destination.
6 nights in 3* hotels
Breakfast included
Secure bike storage
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
6 nights accommodation in 3* hotels
Board basis: Bed and breakfast
Luggage transport (max 20kg per piece)
Maps and route information - GPS tracks available
Local contact number for assistance
Entrance to Rosgarten museum in Constance including a coffee
Boat trip: Wallhausen/Dingelsdorf - Überlingen (includes bike)
Entrance to Lake Dwelling Museum in Unteruhldingen
Entrance Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
Cable car return ride to the Pfander excl bike
Ferry Constance – Meersburg (includes bike)
Ferry Meersburg – Constance (includes bike)
Price excludes
Flights and transfers
Bike hire
Cycle helmets
Tourist tax (small charge, payable locally)
Entrance Mainau Island
Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
Pannier, handlebar bag, repair kit, bike computer and lock all included at no extra cost when you hire a bike. Child bike seats can be hired at no charge - please request at time of booking
Hybrid bike
27 gears with pannier
Superior hybrid bike
30 gears with disc brakes and Shimano XT derailleur
E-bike
8 gears with pannier
E-cargo bike
With two seats for 2 children
Child bike
With 20", 24” or 26” wheels
Child trailer
For up to two children: capacity up to approx. 45 kg
Tandem
Minimum height 170cm
Child seat
Capacity up to approx. 22 kg
Weehoo
Capacity up to approx. 30 kg for children between 2 and 7 years of age.
Extras
(Extra night prices are per room)
Extra Nights
Constance - Double room (bed & breakfast)
Constance - Single room (bed & breakfast)
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Take the train (Bahn) from Constance to the airport, flying from Zurich or Friedrichshafen.
Your days will involve gentle riding, mainly on flat terrain and with minimal effort required. Easy cycling holidays are suitable for most people whether you are a regular cyclist or not, however, we recommend at least a few practice rides before your holiday!
We are always on hand to offer advice, as we have cycled this tour please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour’s grading.
We use a pool of hotels to maximise availability for you.