2025

Biketour for families from Constance

Discover the lake from Constance

Day trips from Constance

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Meersburg Castle, Zeppelin museum in Friedrichshafen
  • Mediterranean Überlingen
  • UNESCO World Heritage Reichenau Island
  • Medieval Stein on the Rhine
  • Many services included!
  • Daily routes ●●○○○, altitude profile ●●○○○

Days
6

Ø km per day
50

Our biketour for families is designed for those who want to get to know Lake Constance in a relaxed way, don‘t want to cycle too many kilometers and want to experience a different kind of holiday with their little ones. There is also no need to pack your bags every day, as your starting point and overnight accommodation is Constance. From the largest city on Lake Constance, you make a daily excursion to one of our suggested destinations. Start your biketour for families a cycle tour to the island of Mainau, the nationally renowned Flower Island. The next day, take the ferry to Meersburg and get to know the north-eastern shore of the lake. Friedrichshafen invites you to learn more about airship travel, which has close historical ties with the town. Look up from time to time during your biketour for families and you might catch sight of a zeppelin hovering almost silently over the lake. A trip to the charming little town of Überlingen includes a canoe trip and the opportunity to enjoy the mediterranean flair of the garden town on a stroll. The monastery island of Reichenau is also on the programm, as are the Höri peninsula and the small Swiss town of Stein am Rhein. The biketour for families includes many services so that you can concentrate fully on cycling and wonderful experiences along the way.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    BO-KN5f
  • Accommodation level
     national 3* level
  • Duration
    6 days / 5 nights
  • Arrival days
    Wednesday 09.04. – 23.04.2025
    Daily except Saturday 27.04. – 03.10.2025
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English, Dutch, French, Italian, Spanish
  • Parking information
    Parking garages (Fischmarkt, Dammgasse, Lago, Altstadt, Benediktinerplatz), costs approx. 25 € / day
    Fenced parking lot near the Radweg-Reisen office in Constance, must be booked and paid for in advance.

     

Day 1: Individual arrival in Constance

Embark on a memorable biketour for families by the shores of Lake Constance in the charming medieval town of Constance. Upon checking into your hotel, take advantage of the beautiful surroundings by cycling to the Horn Lido, a perfect spot to cool off with a swim or relax in the sun, all while enjoying stunning lake views. For those seeking a panoramic perspective, a visit to the Constance Minster offers the chance to climb 200 steps to the top of the tower, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the city and the lake. If you would like to learn more about the region’s varied history take a trip to the Rosgarten Museum and explore the fascinating past of Constance.

Constance city park

Constance city park

Day 2: Excursion to the island of Mainau, approx. 15 km

Today's excursion invites you to immerse yourself in a vibrant world of blossoms, palm trees, butterflies, and exotic flora. Renowned as the Flower Island Mainau Island (not included) enchants visitors with its expansive parks and meticulously curated gardens. Whether it's the tulips in spring, the breathtaking rose displays in summer, or the dazzling dahlia exhibition in autumn, there is always something to admire throughout the year. A highlight of the island is the Butterfly House, a captivating sanctuary where you can encounter over 120 species of tropical butterflies and moths up close, offering a truly immersive experience in nature's beauty.

Flower island Mainau

Flower island Mainau

Day 3: Excursion to Friedrichshafen, approx. 30 km + ferry and catamaran trips

Today you will cross the lake. Take the ferry from Constance-Staad to Meersburg. If you want to get a taste of the Middle Ages, visit Meersburg Castle, the oldest inhabited castle in Germany. You will cycle to Friedrichshafen on the Lake Constance Cycle Path. The local Zeppelin Museum will fascinate you with its impressive collection on the history and technology of airship travel. After climbing the pier tower at the Friedrichshafen harbour entrance and enjoying the view, you will take the catamaran back to Constance.

 

Friedrichshafen

Friedrichshafen

Day 4: Excursion to Überlingen, approx. 35 km + boat, ferry and canoe trip

On the biketour for families from Constance, you will get to know the northwestern part of Lake Constance today. First, you will cycle to Wallhausen. During a canoe trip, you will have the opportunity to experience the lake from a different perspective. The tour continues by boat to Überlingen. Treat yourself to an ice cream sundae or a coffee on the lakeside promenade before hopping back on your bike and heading towards Meersburg. On the way, you can take a break at the Birnau pilgrimage church or the pile dwellings in Unteruhldingen. From Meersburg, the ferry will take you back to Constance.

Überlingen

At the shore of Überlingen

Day 5: Excursion to the island of Reichenau & Stein am Rhein, approx. 50 km + boat trip

The day of cycling begins with a trip to Reichenau, the largest island in Lake Constance. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The island acquired great cultural significance in the early Middle Ages. The monastery, founded in 724 by Saint Pirmin, was at the centre of this development. The journey continues by boat to Gaienhofen on the Höri peninsula. Your next destination is Stein am Rhein. Take a stroll through the well-preserved old town with its colourfully painted medieval buildings, before cycling back to Constance along the Upper Rhine.

Reichenau

Reichenau

Day 6: Individual departure

Your biketour for families at Lake Constance concludes after breakfast, filled with wonderful memories. Should you wish to extend your stay, we would be delighted to offer you an additional night in Constance, allowing you more time to explore and enjoy the charming town at your leisure.

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and Prices 2025

Arrival daily except on Saturday from 27.04.2025 to 03.10.2025Early booking discount: -20 €
Additionally on Wednesday from 09.04.2025 to 23.04.2025

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
09.04.
03.10.
from549 €
Season B
17.04. - 23.04.
04.05. - 09.05.
20.09. - 02.10.
from649 €
Season C
10.04. - 16.04.
24.04. - 03.05.
10.05. - 23.05.
22.06. - 04.07.
24.08. - 19.09.
from729 €
Season D
24.05. - 21.06.
05.07. - 23.08.
from799 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 5 nights with breakfast, national 3* level
  • Admission to the Rosgarten Museum in Constance incl. coffee
  • Admission to the Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
  • Ferry ride Constance – Meersburg incl. bike
  • Ferry ride Meersburg – Constance incl. bike
  • Canoe rental in Constance-Wallhausen (3 hours)
  • Catamaran Friedrichshafen - Constance incl. bike
  • Boat trip Reichenau – Gaienhofen incl. bike
  • Boat trip Wallhausen / Dingelsdorf – Überlingen incl. bike
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
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Services not included:

  • Admission to Mainau Island
  • city or visitor's tax (if payable)

 

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Accommodation

You will stay in the B&B Hotel, which welcomes you with modern rooms – including triple and family rooms – that have everything you need for a pleasant stay. The 3*- hotel is just a few minutes' walk from the Seerhein riverside, and a longer walk will take you to the old town of Constance and Lake Constance. If you prefer to use public transport, it can be reached in a few minutes. The hotel has a parking garage for a fee.

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Children's discount

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From 0 to 5 years

-100%

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From 6 to 11 years

-50%

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From 12 to 17 years

-25%

Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

199 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Constance
 DBL

65 €

 SGL

105 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
30-gear rental bike
30-Gear Rental Bike
169 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
269 €
Children's and Teenager's bike
Children's and Teenager's bike
49 €
Trailer
Trailer
49 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bike from 1.75 m)
  • 30-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bike from 1.80 m)
  • E-bike / pedelec with freewheel (minimum age for e-bike rental: 16 years)
  • Children's / teenager’s bike (20 – 26 inch), child trailer, Weehoo ride-on trailer, child seat
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg-Reisen 10-gear unisex bike
10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 10-gear men's bike
10-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear unisex bike
30-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel, trapezoidal frame
Radweg-Reisen 30-gear men's bike
30-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel, diamond frame
Radweg-Reisen e-bike
Unisex e-bike, 8-gear hub gears with freewheel
Children's bike
20 – 24 inch children's bike
Teenager's bike
26 inch teenager's bike
Children's trailer
Children's trailer
Ride-on trailer Weehoo
Ride-on trailer Weehoo
Child seat
Child seat

10-gear rental bike

99 €

30-gear rental bike

169 €

E-bike / Pedelec (freewheel)

269 €

Child- / Youth bike

49 €

Child trailer / Weehoo

49 €

Baby bike seat

free

All prices are per person

Route profile

  • Start / Finish
    Constance
  • Length
    approx. 170 km
    Daily routes ●○○○○
    between 15 and 55 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile ●●○○○
    between 40 and 240 m, Ø 140 m elevation gain
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
  • Mobility note
    The tour is only partially suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Just contact us regarding your individual needs.

Days
6

Ø km per day
50