Guided and Independent walking in the UK, Europe and Worldwide - HF Holidays
 
 
Cycling - Germany, Austria & Switzerland, Around Lake Constance leisurely cycle tour
Map


How to make a booking
More about Cycling holidays

Easier Option
Passau to Grein

Great for families
See our full range of great family cycling holidays
Find out more >
 
 

Number of nights: 7
Prices from £489 per person.

Departures: April to October 2008

 
 

Lake Constance
Leisurely Cycle Tour
Independent Cycling Tour

This popular tour takes in the main part of the lake, but with a slightly different route and shorter distances to our main tour, making it ideal for families and those new to cycling. Enjoy the atmosphere and scenery of this beautiful area, whilst taking time to relax, explore and swim in the lake.

Detailed information

Suggested Itinerary

Detailed itinerary

Your accommodation and meals

Your accommodation and meals

Departure dates and prices

Departure dates and prices

Bike details

Travel options

Average temperature

 

Detailed itinerary

This popular tour takes you on purpose built cycle paths around the picturesque lake. There are numerous local stations around the lake that you can use the train to reduce the distances if you choose.

Day 1: Arrival in Bregenz*
Check into your hotel, collect your bikes and information pack, and take a look around this pretty town.

Day 2: Bregenz to Arbon
24 miles
Today you cycle along the shores of the lake, through the Rheinspitz nature reserve and on through Switzerland to Arbon.

Day 3: Arbon to Constance
20 miles
Cycle via Romanshorn and Kreuzlingen to the charming town of Constance, where you stay for two nights.

Day 4: Optional cycle ride
26 miles
Cycle to the fairytale town of Stein am Rhein. Transfer back to Constance by train or boat.

Day 5: Constance to Salem
18 miles
A leisurely ride takes you to the flower island of Mainau, which dates back to Roman times. After visiting this beautiful park, cycle onto Wallhausen and take a ferry to Überlingen, from where it is just a short cycle ride to your overnight stay in Salem.

Day 6: Salem to Friedrichshafen
22 miles
Cycle along the German side of the lake with wonderful views of Switzerland. Stroll around Friedrichshafen’s beautiful harbour and the Zeppelin Museum.

Day 7: Friedrichshafen to Bregenz*
22 miles
Cycle through the romantic village of Wasserburg, to the ‘island city’ of Lindau. Follow the lake to the Austrian town of Bregenz for your final night, with time to explore the old town or ride the Pfänder Cable-car.

Day 8: End of tour after breakfast
Spend time sightseeing around the old town of Bregenz.

*During the Bregenz Festival which takes place from 23 July to 23 August you may be accommodated outside Bregenz. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday arrival days are better for this period. Tickets can be booked in advance at www.bregenzerfestspiele.com.

[Back to the top]

Your accommodation and meals

You will stay in double or twin rooms in comfortable hotel accommodation along the route. Your luggage is transported to each overnight stay for you, so you can relax and enjoy the cycling.

You can choose whether to take your holiday on a Bed & Breakfast or Half Board basis.

[Back to the top]

Departure dates & prices

Prices include:

  • Accommodation for 7 nights
  • Half Board or Bed & Breakfast option
  • Bicycle hire (7 gears)
  • Bicycle bag (1 per room)
  • Route descriptions and maps
  • Luggage transport
  • Ferry transfer day 5

Departure dates are daily from 19 April to 25 October 2008
Low Season: 19 April - 1 May; 14 September - 25 October
High Season: 2 May - 13 September

Dates No of nights Own Travel Flights From*
Half Board      
Low Season 7 £569 £70
High Season 7 £569 £70
Bed & Breakfast
     
Low Season 7 £489 £70
High Season 7 £529 £70

Single room supplement: £13 per night
Extra nights in Bregenz, Constance or Friedrichshafen: Low season (twin room B&B) £42 sharing a twin or double room; High season (twin room B&B) £42 sharing a twin or double room.

*Prices may vary and can only be confirmed when you make a booking.

[Back to the top]

Bike details

Gears: 7
Pannier bag
Bike repair stations en route
 

[Back to the top]

Travel options

Suggested times and points of departure - please call us to discuss the most suitable flights and latest prices.

Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)

British Airways      
Route Out Return Price from
Heathrow - Zurich 11:55 - 14:35 13:20 - 14:15 £100

Transfer to Bregenz: 2hrs by train (payable locally)

Ryanair      
Route Out Return Price from
Stansted - Friedrichshafen 13:50 - 16:25 16:55 - 17:35 £70

Liverpool - Friedrichshafen

06:30 - 09:25 09:50 - 10:45 £70

Transfer to Bregenz: 1hr by train (payable locally)
For rail trickets contact Deutsche Bahn in London on 0870 243 5363 or visit www.deutsche-bahn.co.uk.
Car parking approx €46 per week (payable locally)

Airport Parking: To book secure airport parking throughout the UK visit Purple Parking or Holiday Extras to book on-line.

Airport Hotels: To book airport hotels throughout the UK visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.

Airport Lounges: To book aiport lounges visit Holiday Extras to book on-line.

[Back to the top]

Average temperature

The average daytime temperatures for these regions are listed below:

Month Germany Austria Switzerland
April 13°C
55°F 10°C 50°F 10°C
51°F
May
16°C
61°F 14°C 57°F 13°C
55°F
June
19°C
67°F 18°C 64°F 16°C
61°F
July
22°C
71°F 19°C 67°F 19°C 67°F
August
20°C
69°F 19°C 66°F 17°C 63°F
September 17°C
62°F 16°C 60°F 14°C 57°F
October 10°C 51°F 11°C 52°F 10°C 50°F

[Back to the top]

 

Want to know more?

Click to read FAQsClick here for our frequently asked questions


Send to a friend

Email this holiday to your friend Do you know someone who would be interested in our Lake Constance independent cycling holiday? If so, send them an e-mail direct from this page.

Bookmark us now

Click here if you would like to add us to your favourites.


Guest Feedback

Click here to see what our guests have to say or submit your own feedback

 

 

SITE MAP

HF Holidays, Catalyst House, 720 Centennial Court, Centennial Park, Elstree, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SY
E-mail : info@hfholidays.co.uk Tel : +44 (0) 20 8732 1220
ABTOT logoATOL logoIATA logo
IATA logo

The air holidays and flights are ATOL Protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is 710. ATOL Protection extends primarily to customers who book and pay in the United Kingdom. Click on the ATOL logo if you want to know more