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Things to see in Konstanz (Germany): 66 places and when to go
Konstanz is a town in Germany, and this site lists 66 places in and around it, mainly Food and drink (16), Hot springs (11), History (10). The best known are Reichenau Island, Konstanz Minster and E1 European long distance path. The best time to come is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Germany · 47.6699, 9.1835
- Places
- 66 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Food and drink (16) · Hot springs (11) · History (10) · Hiking (9) · Diving (7) · Nature (6)
- Best time
- April to October and December.
- Also possible
- January to March and November.
- Nearest airport
- MUC Munich, 208 km as the crow flies
What to see in Konstanz
The places in and around Konstanz, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Reichenau IslandIsland in Germany9.2 km
- Konstanz MinsterRoman Catholic church building in Constance, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, formerly the cathedral of the Diocese of Constance923 m
- E1 European long distance pathWalking path1.9 km
- Meersburg CastleCastle in Baden-Württemberg, Germany7.1 km
- Wallfahrtskirche Birnau am BodenseeChurch building in Birnau, Tübingen Government Region, Baden-Württemberg, Germany8.9 km
- Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, ReichenauChurch11 km
- Church of Saint GeorgeChurch on the island of Reichenau in the municipality of Reichenau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany7.9 km
- Petershausen AbbeyMonastery396 m
- Lake ÜberlingenPart of Obersee, the larger of the two lakes of Lake Constance8.4 km
- Pfahlbaumuseum UnteruhldingenOpen air museum in Baden-Württemberg, Germany7.1 km
- GnadenseeLake in Baden-Württemberg, Germany9.5 km
- Wollmatinger RiedNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany5.0 km
- Salem MinsterBuilding in Salem, Tübingen Government Region, Bade-Württemberg, Germany14 km
- Tractor Museum Lake ConstanceMuseum in Gebhardsweiler, Germany8.6 km
- Hödinger TobelNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany14 km
- Affenberg SalemWith kids · Wildlife11 km
- Haustierhof ReutemühleWith kids · Wildlife13 km
- Naturerlebnispark Schlosssee SalemLake in Germany14 km
- Schloss FreudentalBuilding in Allensbach (Germany)12 km
- Seefelder AachmündungNature reserve in Baden-Württemberg, Germany7.7 km
- Spitalkellerei KonstanzWinery749 m
- Wild- und Freizeitpark AllensbachWith kids · Wildlife13 km
- Bad Hotel ÜberlingenHistory11 km
- Birnauer OberhofWinery9.1 km
And the other 42, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: Bodensee-Rundwanderweg - Alternative Konstanz, Bodensee-Rundweg, European long distance path E4 - part Switzerland, Nord Süd Trail, Abschnitt Singen (Hohentwiel) - Friedrichshafen, Schwabenweg, SeeGang, Ulrikaweg - Etappe 6, Via Jacobi
- Hot springs: Bodensee-Therme, Frei- und Strandbad Meersburg, Meersburg Therme & Freibad, Strandbad Allensbach, Strandbad Bodman, Strandbad Dingelsdorf, Strandbad Nußdorf, Strandbad Ost, Strandbad West
- Food and drink: Constanzer Wirtshaus, Neue Kellerei (Winzerverein), Reichenauer Inselbier, Ruppaner Brauerei, Staatsweingut Meersburg, Staatsweingut Meersburg - Betriebshof Wetterkreuz, Weingut Dilger, Weingut Geiger, Weingut Krause, Weingut Kress KG, Weingut und Appartementhotel Röhrenbach, Winzerhof Löhle, Winzerverein Hagnau, Winzerverein Kellerei
- Diving: Dingelsdorf, Krebsgarten Meersburg, Liebesinsel, Marienschlucht, Meersburg s’Plätzle, Überlingen Tennisplatz, Wallhausen Steilwand
- History: Hotel Zum Schiff, Hotel Wilder Mann
- Beaches: Strandbad Hagnau
- Nature: Strandbad Horn
When to go to Konstanz
The best time to visit Konstanz is April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:38
- FebPossible10:00
- MarPossible11:35
- AprBest time13:24
- MayBest time14:55
- JunBest time15:46
- JulBest time15:25
- AugBest time14:05
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:34
- NovPossible9:01
- DecBest time8:14
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14. In June, 66 of the 66 places are at their best.
When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Konstanz
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC, Munich), 208 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Öhningen19 places22 km
- Pfullendorf23 places29 km
- Lindau (Bodensee)48 places40 km
- Waldburg38 places41 km
- Beuron34 places47 km
- Bad Buchau25 places54 km
And all of Germany, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Konstanz?
The best known: Reichenau Island, Konstanz Minster, E1 European long distance path, Meersburg Castle, Wallfahrtskirche Birnau am Bodensee. In all, 66 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Konstanz?
April to October and December; also possible: January to March and November. In June there are 15 h 46 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 14.
How do you get to Konstanz?
The nearest main airport is Munich Airport (MUC), 208 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Konstanz as the destination and these 66 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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