Category: Lake Konstanz
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Mainau
The Island of Mainau, also known as the Island of Flowers is located in the middle of Lake Constance. The almost tropical island is 6 km (4 miles) north of the town of Constance. Due to its mild climate there are orange trees and palm trees which grow year-round. The gardens and parks of Island…
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Meersburg
Meersburg is located on the Germany side of Lake Constance and one of the most charming towns at Lake Constance. The medieval city is a dream for any pedestrian- there are no cars allowed inside the old town. The name Meersburg literally means “Burg on the Lake”. The ‘Burg’ is referring to the castle which…
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Lake Constance
If you have a few days to spend in the Black Forest a visit to Lake Constance is highly recommended. Lake Constance is a lake only a short drive from the Black Forest. If you look at a map of Lake Constance you will discover that the lake is bordered by the countries of Germany,…
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The Rhine falls
On this self-guided Black Forest Tour you will be taking the bus and train. Starting in the Black Forest the day tour takes you to the Rhine Falls in Switzerland where you will board a boat to the middle of the Falls. These are Europe’s grandest waterfalls and a must-see for any visitor to the…
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Lake Constance
This Black Forest Tour will take you on an English language Guided Tour of Lake Constance. Starting in the Black Forest you will be taking the train and bus. Travel in the Black Forest can get expensive, especially if you don’t speak the language. There is not much written in English to guide you. This is…