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Bodensee! UID E 2020
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One Ticket.
160 Attractions.
Four Countries.
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Lake Constance
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Pier in Mannenbach (CH)
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The mouth of the Rhine (AT)
Winter fun at the Diedamskopf (AT) Rhine falls in Schaffhausen (CH)
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Map of Lake Constance region ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4–5 Schedule Bodensee and Rhine 2020 ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 59–63
General terms and conditions and terms of use����������������������������������������������������������� 66
The Bodensee Card PLUS Legal notices ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 67
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Suggestions for your three-day Bodensee Card PLUS������������������������������������������������� 8–10 Opening times of the attractions ����������������������������������������������������������������������������� 72–73
Bodensee Passport ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 74
TOP 10 attractions at Lake Constance��������������������������������������������������������������������� 11–17 Overview of the experiences �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 75-76
Bodensee passenger ships ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 Points of sale ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 77
RAB discovery buses ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 14
Experiences at Lake Constance
Ship experiences ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 18
Cable car experiences �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 19–21
Nature and leisure experiences ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22–25
Baths and spa experiences ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 26–30
Castle and palace experiences ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 31–33
Museums and culture experiences �������������������������������������������������������������������������� 34–48
City experiences ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 49–55
Exclusive experiences �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 56–57
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Germany
Switzerland
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Sea of fog at the Säntis cable car (CH)
Birnau (DE)
Austria
UNESCO world heritage on the monastic island of Reichenau (DE)
echtenstein
Principality of Li
The Convent of St Gall (CH)
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The Bodensee Card is the official Lake Constance Holiday Pass for the
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four-country region. Cardholders can easily discover attractions in Germany,
Austria, Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein without incurring any fur- page.
ther expenses. Numerous land, mountain and water activities are included – from
the Lake Constance classics to new destinations. And the best thing is: you can
schedule your Bodensee Card PLUS activities over nine months.
How does the Bodensee Card PLUS work?
The Bodensee Card PLUS gives you one-time free admission to all the activities
listed in this experience guide*! You also get to travel free of charge on all VSU sche-
duled boat trips on two or four days (with the three- or seven-day card respec-
tively)(can be found on page 11), and enjoy unique discounts that are exclusive
to Bodensee Card PLUS holders (exclusive experiences can be found on page 56).
Simply present your Bodensee Card PLUS.
For how long is the Bodensee Card PLUS valid?
The Bodensee Card PLUS is valid for three or seven separate days of your choice. The
oment your card is scanned at your destination’s ticket office you will have star-
m
ted one of these days ( midnight–11:59 pm). Thus, you may choose to use the three-
day card on a Monday in April, a Wednesday in July and a Sunday in December
during the season. The validity period does not need to be defined beforehand.
Where to buy the Bodensee Card PLUS?
The Bodensee Card PLUS can be easily purchased in advance at
www.bodensee-card.eu or at one of the points of sale which can be found on
page 77.
TIP
You can update your card information and see
when and at which attractions you have used it on
www.bodensee-card.eu/mycard. SUP in Hard (AT)
Lake Constance thermal baths in Constance (DE)
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Pizol cable cars (CH)
Season of the Bodensee Card PLUS
4 April 2020–31 December 2020
The times at which you can avail yourself of the one-time free admission to the
attractions with your Bodensee Card PLUS are included in the respective attraction’s
description or on page 72–73.
Note: Please note that the regular opening times of the experience d estinations
do not always match the seasonal times of the Bodensee Card PLUS. Current
announcements of changed opening times can be found at
www.bodensee-card.eu.
Prices
Adults (up to 16 years) 3 days: 69.– €/CHF 77.– 7 days: 109.– €/CHF 121.–
Childreen/Teens (6–15 years) 3 days: 41.– €/CHF 46.– 7 days: 65.– €/CHF 72.–
Minis (0–5 years) receive a free „mini“ Bodensee Card PLUS for the purchase of an
adult card
Legende TIP
No queuing at many destinations
Dogs allowed thanks to express check-in.
Point of sale
wheelchair-accessible
family-friendly
Express check-in
Tips for bad weather days
Meersburg New Palace (DE)
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Suggestions for your three-day Bodensee Card PLUS – 4 countries in 3 days
Savings:
59.– d€
(Price an
s
currency change
reserved)
© Bregenz Tourismus Ottmar Heidegger
View from the Pfänder (AT)
Day 1: From Germany to Austria
1 Boat trip from Lindau to Bregenz (p. 11)
The boat departs from Lindau to its neighbour Bregenz. Relax and enjoy the view
of the Austrian and Swiss Alps.
1 3 2
Entrance regular Recommended time
6.40 € 1 hour
2 Pfänder cable car (p. 12)
Just 10 minutes away from the harbour, the Pfänder cable car in Bregenz carries
you up 1,064 m. Enjoy unique views of Lake Constance, Austria, Germany and
Switzerland, and discover the local fauna on a short tour through the Alpine wild-
life park.
Entrance regular Recommended time
13.60 € 2 hours
3 SUP-Sunset-Tour (p. 22)
Following your trip to the lofty heights, bring the day to an unforgettable close:
paddle your SUP board into the sunset and enjoy the last rays of the sun directly
from the lake!
1
Entrance regular Recommended time 2
39.– € 2 hours 3
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Savings:
CHF d28.30
(Price an
s
currency change
reserved)
Mountain inn in Malbun (FL)
Day 2: Princely moments in L iechtenstein
1 Bergbahnen Malbun AG (mountain railways and cable cars) (p. 21)
With the 4-seater Malbun-Sareis chairlift, you can reach an altitude of 2,00 metres
in a matter of minutes. From here, you enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Swiss
and Austrian Alps and regional culinary delights in the popular Sareis mountain
restaurant.
Entrance regular Recommended time
Adults CHF 12.50 2.5 hours
2+3
1
2 Liechtenstein National Museum (p. 47)
Anyone who is interested in archaeology, history, art, culture and natural sciences
should pay a visit to Liechtenstein‘s National Museum. Across 42 exhibition rooms,
visitors can experience the diversity that the country has to offer. In addition, there
are many exhibitions showing high quality works from across the world.
Entrance regular Recommended time
Adults CHF 10.– 2 hours
3 Liechtenstein souvenir stam (p. 55)
The Principality of Liechtenstein is well worth a visit – so don‘t forget to pick up
your own souvenir stamp to prove that you have been here! A great way to impress
friends and family. It is available at all tourist offices in Liechtenstein.
Entrance regular Recommended time
Adults CHF 3.– 1 hour
2+3
1
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Suggestions for your three-day Bodensee Card PLUS – 4 countries in 3 days
Savings:
48.– d€
(Price an
s
currency change
reserved)
Rhine (CH)
Day 3: Adventure trip on Untersee
1 Guided tour "Get to know the Reichenau" (p. 52)
Let your gaze wander across vineyards, vegetable farms and churches, and learn
1
3 2
about the island’s history, vegetable farming, viticulture and fisheries on a guided
tour of Reichenau.
Entrance regular Recommended time
3.– € 1.5–2 hours
2 Boat trip to Schaffhausen (p. 11)
From Reichenau, the boat takes you along the Rhine directly to Schaffhausen.
Entrance regular Recommended time
28.50 € 1.5–2 hours
3 Smilestones – indoor miniature world (p. 42)
Just a few kilometres away from Schaffhausen, at the end of an idyllic drive through
the German and Swiss villages along the Rhine, Smilestones, a miniature world,
awaits you at the Rhine Falls. The indoor exhibition displays typical Swiss land
scapes and humorous tableaux – in miniature.
Entrance regular Recommended time
1
3 2
CHF 19.– 2 hours
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Passenger ships
Discover Lake Constance on the White Fleet
A light breeze that strokes your face. Culinary and Theme Ships Travel information
The unmistakable smell of the fresh The White Fleet ships offer many diffe- »» Bike transport is not included in the
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Lake Constance air. A glass of wine by rent culinary options from drinks and Holiday Pass of Lake Constance. On
the ship’s rail as you look out across snacks to full gala menus. Regional Mondays, bikes are free on the
the great expanse of the lake: A cruise and seasonal specialties sweeten any Obersee and the Überlinger See
with the White Fleet means taking a sunset cruise. Music theme cruises (except 27 June–6 September 2020
time out. Or how about a refined gala bring rhythm and dance on the wa- and holidays).
dinner, dancing throughout the night, ter. Watching fireworks light up the »» The car ferry connection Friedrichs-
hafen―Romanshorn is included in
and a firework display? The fleet of the sky is a Lake Constance tradition, like Departure times
the Holiday Pass of Lake Constance.
“Vereinigten Schifffahrtsunternehmen the August 8, 2020 Seenachtfest in According to schedule which can be found
Pedestrians ride free, motorists pay
für den Bodensee und Rhein” (VSU) Konstanz and Kreuzlingen, Switzerland. on p. 59–63
the lowest fare (up to 3 meters).
offers numerous opportunities to get The ship’s deck is the best place to
»» The car ferry Constance―Meersburg, Vereinigte Schifffahrtsunternehmen für den
away from the daily routine for a while. watch these world-class pyrotechnic Constance―Friedrichshafen Bodensee und Rhein (VSU)
shows. catamaran, or the Bodman―Über- www.schiffe-am-bodensee.eu
The White Fleet is a consortium of Each year, the Bregenz Music Festival in lingen line are not included in the Bodensee-Schiffsbetriebe GmbH
Swiss, Austrian and German passenger Austria hosts world-class opera on the Bodensee Card PLUS. Hafenstr. 6, 78462 Konstanz (DE)
ship companies that bring guests to lakefront. The White Fleet music festival Phone +49 7531 36400
beautiful locations with regularly sche- cruises are legendary, bringing guests www.bsb.de
duled service from Easter through late directly to the floating stage in Bregenz, Vorarlberg Lines
fall. The White Fleet sails directly to the and include a special opera menu. Bodensee Schifffahrt
front door of many attractions including Seestr. 4, 6900 Bregenz (AT)
Phone +43 5574 42868
Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen Winter cruising
www.vorarlberg-lines.at
and SEA LIFE Constance from multiple Even in winter, the White Fleet sails with
SBS Schifffahrt AG Romanshorn
ports-of-call. It’s easy to escape life on a diverse program of nostalgic fun for Friedrichshafnerstr. 55,
land—if only for a few hours with daily the whole family. In the period leading 8590 Romanshorn (CH)
departures from the Upper Lake, Lower up to Christmas, Advent cruises are Phone +41 71 4667888
Lake, Überlinger Lake and Rhine River. organised and New Year’s cruises are www.bodenseeschiffe.ch
a special way to celebrate the holiday Schweizerische Schifffahrts-
The 3-country Panorama Tour is a gre- season. gesellschaft Untersee und Rhein
at way to explore Germany, Austria, Freier Platz 8, 8200 Schaffhausen (CH)
Phone +41 52 6340888
and Switzerland in a day. The Lake Note: Disabled and mobility-impaired
www.urh.ch
Constance bike route is directly linked passengers travel free with a valid
token. Find additional information
with White Fleet ports-of-call, making
in the “Information for Disabled and
the bike-and-boat combination the ea- Mobilityimpaired Passengers” brochure Free travel on the White Fleet on two or four
siest way to get around the lake. provided by VSU. days within the four or seven days of validity
with the Bodensee Card PLUS, excluding
bicycle transport
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Pfänderbahn Bregenz
Steinbruchgasse 4, 6900 Bregenz (AT)
Phone +43 5574 421600
www.pfaenderbahn.at
The Pfänder cable car in Bregenz
The Pfänder – the mountain overlooking Lake Constance
With its unique 1,064 m view over There is a clearly-marked trail network enjoy great views over Lake Constance Recommended time 2 hours
Lake Constance, Austria, Germany, on the Pfänder, perfect for a leisurely from the panoramic terrace. The Berg Mon–Sun 8:00 am–7:00 pm
Closed 02.–27.11.
Switzerland and 240 alpine peaks, the stroll or more demanding hikers. haus (open from may to september)
Pfänder is the most famous viewpoint Pfänder Restaurant treats guests with
Fare
in the region. Whether you are explo- 1 hour: hike through the valley hearty lunch menus, good snacks and Adults 13.60 €
ring the Alpine Wildlife Park or simply 3.5 hours: The high trail to Scheidegg homemade cakes. Children 6.80 €
enjoying the view from the restaurant 3 - 5 hours: The cheese trail
terrace, a day spent on the Pfänder is 5 hours: A mountain route taking in
unforgettable! three peaks just above one thousand
meters Pfänder, Hochberg, Hirschberg TIP
Alpine Wildlife Park: Observe our mag- A convenient way to reach Bregenz is
nificent native animals including deer, The Pfänder cable car Museum tells the by boat. From the harbour, the Pfänder
alpine ibex, moufflons and marmots on story of the Pfänderbahn from its ori- cable car valley station is only 8 minutes
walking.
a 30-minute walk. ginal inception to the present. Visitors
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Säntis-Schwebebahn –
Hotel, Gastronomie, Events
9107 Schwägalp (CH)
Phone +41 71 365 65 65
www.saentisbahn.ch
Säntis Schwägalp
View over six countries
The Säntis, at 2,502 m above sea le- Special offers Getting to the Säntis Recommended time 2.5 hours
vel, is simply fascinating. Enjoy unique Enjoy breakfast daily on the Säntis. Please visit 01.–19.01.2020* (Mon–Sun 8:30 am–5:00 pm)
08.02.–15.05.2020 (Mon–Fri 8:30 am–5:00 pm;
panoramic views of six countries, Lake This and many other offers, as well as www.saentisbahn.ch/en/route-map/
Sat–Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm)
Constance and the Alpine foothills. a calendar of events, are available on for information on how to get here by 16.05.–18.10.2020 (Mon–Fri 7:30 am–6:00 pm;
The mountain is well worth a visit in www.saentisbahn.ch. car or with public transport. Sat–Sun 7:30 am–6:30 pm)
all w eathers: spacious terraces, wal- 19.10.–31.12.2020 (Mon–Sun 8:30 am–5:00 pm)
king trails, a souvenir shop and a new New experiential installation on the
Alpine-hut–style restaurant with terrace Säntis: learn all about the weather TIP * 20.01.–07.02.2020 Business interruption
due to revision
are all to be found on the summit. Two in ‘Säntis – der Wetterberg’ (alpine There’s always plenty happening on
new experiential installations tell you weather) Mount Säntis and the Schwägalp: On Fare
all about the weather on the Säntis and every full moon evening, you can enjoy a Adults CHF 54.–
ice, snow and glaciers. So come up and NEW, from June 2020 onwards: take a romantic evening trip including a buffet
enjoy the view and the experiences! leisurely stroll through a second instal- at the summit while sunset trips are
organised in July and August.
lation, ‘Säntis – die Eiswelt’ (ice world).
12 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020TOP 10 attractions at Lake Constance: Nature and leisure experiences
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SEA LIFE Konstanz
Hafenstr. 9, 78462 Konstanz (DE)
Phone +49 7531 128270
www.sealife.de/konstanz
SEA LIFE Constance
Expedition underwater world
Dive deep into the underwater world turtles – and m ajestic sharks swim by, A visit to the Lake Constance Museum Recommended time 1.5 hours
and experience the breath-taking world right next to you. of Natural History is also included in Jan.–July + Sep.–Dec. (10:00 am–5:00 pm)
August (10:00 am–6:00 pm)
of the oceans! the SEA LIFE admission fee. Here, you
(last admission 1h before closing)
Embark on an expedition to Antarctica will learn more about the landscape
SEA LIFE Constance takes you on a fa- and meet the 10 droll Gentoo penguins. and the diverse flora and fauna of Lake Entrance
scinating journey in the underwater Learn amazing things from talks by SEA Constance. Adults 18.75 €
world! Walk through the glass tunnel LIFE guides and get your hands wet in Children 13.50 €
in the depths of the ocean as Amadeus the touch tank to find out how ray and
and Clementine – impressive green sea shark eggs feel.
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Affenberg Salem
Mendlishauser Hof, 88682 Salem (DE)
Phone +49 7553 381
info@affenberg-salem.de
www.affenberg-salem.de
Affenberg Salem
Meet Bambi, Adebar and a troop of monkeys
Affenberg Salem is Germany's most And there is more: a beautiful herd of After the circuit, the self-service restau- Recommended time 2.5 hours
beautiful monkey forest. Almost 200 fallow deer, a picturesque pond with rant with beautiful beer garden and 14.03.–01.11.2020 open every day, including
all Sundays and holidays.
Barbary Macaques roam freely on a numerous waterfowls and giant carps, large adventure playground invites you
Find the exact opening times here:
20- ha wooded area. As a highlight as well as the largest free-flying stork to linger. www.affenberg-salem.de/oeffnungszeiten
you can feed the monkeys yourself colony in southern Germany. Almost 50
with special, free popcorn. Within the pairs of storks breed on the roof tops of Entrance
monkey area, there are knowledgeable Affenberg Salem, every year! Adults 9.– €
Children (6-15 J.) 6.– €
guides to help answer any questions
you may have during your trip.
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RAB discovery buses
16 Discovery bus 1 (timetable 7399) | 04.04.– 01.11.2020
3
Discovery bus (ErlebnisBus) 1 operates First ride Last ride
hourly service from Unteruhldingen 4
Salem, railway station 10:02 am 17:02 am
Between all 60 minutes
harbour, the Reptile House (vivarium),
and the Lake Dwelling Museum con- Salem, palace 10:07 am 17:07 am
necting to Affenberg Salem and Salem Salem, Affenberg 10:12 am 17:12 am
Palace. There is also train connection in Uhldingen, Mühlhofen, railway station 10:20 am 17:20 am
Salem and Uhldingen-Mühlhofen and Oberuhldingen, market place 10:22 am 17:22 am
with See-Linie regional buses (7395) in
Unteruhldingen, harbour * 10:25 am 17:25 am
Oberuhldingen.. General information from boat to bus
Unteruhldingen, tourist information ** 10:27 am 17:27 am
When switching from boat to bus in
Unteruhldingen, please note: the Discovery
First ride Last ride Bus “Hafen-Pfahlbauten” stop is about 7
minutes away from the shipping pier.
Unteruhldingen, harbour * 10:28 am 17:28 am
Between all 60 minutes
Unteruhldingen, tourist information ** 10:30 am 17:30 am Acceptance of the Bodensee Card PLUS
Oberuhldingen, market place 10:35 am 17:35 am Use of both Discovery Buses is included in
the Bodensee Card PLUS.
Uhldingen, Mühlhofen, railway station 10:36 am 17:36 am
The full list of stops can be found in the Salem, Affenberg 10:42 am 17:42 am For all other buses and trains within the
bodo network timetable and on the foldable region, cheap network offers are available at
Salem, palace 10:47 am 17:47 am
timetable under line number 7399. the bodo prices.
Salem, railway station 10:53 am 17:53 am
(*Lake Dwellings, **Vivarium)
Timetables are available online
www.ErlebnisBus.de oder
www.3-loewen-takt.de
17 Discovery bus 2 (timetable 7383) | 04.04.– 01.11.2020 Timetables available while
travelling on your mobile phone:
Discovery bus (ErlebnisBus) 2 runs First ride Last ride www.bodo-mobil.de
an hourly service between Unteruhl Telephone timetables and fare information
Unteruhldingen, harbour * 09:58 am 18:58 am in Friedrichshafen: +49 7541 30130
dingen, Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, Daisen
Between all
60 minutes
dorf and Meersburg. The Discovery Gebhardsweiler, Car & Tractor Museum 10:09 am 19:09 am
bus has extended service to include Meersburg, Fürstenhäusle ** 10:18 am 19:18 am
the Lake Constance Tractor Museum Meersburg, passenger ship harbour 10:24 am 19:24 am
in Gebhardsweiler, the old castle in
Meersburg, Meersburg new palace, the First ride Last ride
spa and open-air pool in Meersburg.
Connections with BSB shipping compa- Meersburg, passenger ship harbour 10:25 am 18:25 am
Between all
60 minutes
The full list of stops can be found in the
nies in Unteruhldingen and Meersburg Meersburg, Fürstenhäusle ** 10:30 am 18:30 am bodo network timetable and on the foldable
or SeeLinie 7395, which operates bet- Gebhardsweiler, Car & Tractor Museum 10:40 am 18:40 am timetable under line number 7383.
ween Friedrichshafen and Überlingen. (* Lake Dwellings, ** exit for the new and old
Unteruhldingen, harbour * 10:50 am 18:50 am castles in Meersburg)
14 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020TOP 10 attractions at Lake Constance: Castle and palace experiences
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Burg Meersburg GmbH
Schlossplatz 10, 88709 Meersburg (DE)
Phone +49 7532 80000
www.burg-meersburg.de
Old Castle in Meersburg
1,000 Years of History in these Walls
Cross the heavy drawbridge and walk along the castle wall. There is an exten- unknown to most foreigners, she wrote
through the wooden doors to enter sive collection of weapons and knights’ prolifically at Meersburg Castle until TIP
the Middle Ages. Allegedly Germany’s armour, as well as the bathhouse and her death in 1848. The castle is private Special theme tours are free from April –
oldest and continuously (inhabi- castle bakery. Imagine how medieval ly owned and the museum has been early November. Medieval culture comes
ted) castle, the original fortress in justice was served in the torture cham- open to the public since 1878. to life in the “Animated Castle” series on
weekends from April – October. Dates
Meersburg traces its origins back to the ber at the base of Dagobert’s Tower and available on request.
7th century Merovingian Dynasty under deep inside the castle dungeon. The castle’s quaint café with a panora-
King Dagobert I. Perfectly preserved, mic terrace and adjoining rooms affor-
this thick-walled behemoth was never The tour also includes furnished rooms ding magnificent lake views are just the Recommended time 1.5 hours
April–Oct. (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–6:30 pm)
stormed or destroyed by invaders. Visit where famous German poetess Annette thing for a relaxing break.
Nov.–March (Mon–Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm)
36 furnished rooms on a self-guided von Droste-Hülshoff lived intermittent-
tour, including the knights’ hall, the ly, drawing inspiration from the lake Entrance
great hall, castle kitchen, well-water and castle environs. Her bust figure Adults 12.80 €
chamber and guardsmen walkways stands at the main gate and although Children 8.– €
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Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten
Baden-Württemberg
Kloster und Schloss Salem
Schlossverwaltung, 88682 Salem (DE)
Phone +49 7553 9165336
www.salem.de
Salem Monastery and Palace
The Cistercian legacy
The former Cistercian abbey and pre- developed into one of the most import- includes real rarities: hand fire pumps, Recommended time 3 hours
sent-day Salem Palace is located in ant in southern Germany. steam fire engines and even motorised 28.03.–01.11. (Mon–Sat 9:30 am–6:00 pm;
the midst of extensive parks and gar- Salem experienced a second heyday in pumps. Sun + public holidays 10:30 am – 6:00 pm; last
guided tour 4:30 pm)
dens. It came into the possession of the the baroque period, as evidenced by Salem´s treasures at a glance: the From November to the end of March 2021
margraves of Baden in 1802 and has the splendidly furnished abbey, which Gothic cathedral with its alabaster only the Monastery Museum in the Prelature
belonged to the Staatliche Schlösser is still the family seat of the margraves interior, Monastery Museum, extensi- is open: Sat, Sun + public holidays
und Gärten Baden-Württemberg of Baden. The new Monastery Museum ve palace complex with parks and an 11:00 am–4:30 pm
(State Palaces and Gardens of Baden- Salem in the prelature, a branch mu- adventure playground, Fire Brigade
Entrance
Württemberg) since 2009. seum of the Badisches Landesmuseum Museum, historical wine press, baroque Adults 9.– €
The complex dates back to the The in Karlsruhe, presents ‘Meisterwerke stables, artisan shops, wine shop and Children 4.50 €
beginnings of the abbey lie in the der Reichsabtei’ (Masterpieces of the restaurant.
Middle Ages, when in 1134 the village Imperial abbey). The new Salem Feuer All museums, exhibitions and audio One-time free admission with the Bodensee
of Salmannsweiler was donated to the wehrmuseum (Fire Brigade Museum) guides are included in the admission Card PLUS (guided tours excepted)
Cistercian Order for the foundation near Sennhof exhibits a uni que col- fee. Guided tours can be booked.
of the monastery. The abbey quickly lection of fire pumps and devices that
www.bodensee-card.eu | 15TOP 10 attractions at Lake Constance: Museums and culture experiences
1
Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen
Claude- Dornier-Platz 1 (at the airport)
88046 Friedrichshafen (DE)
Phone +49 7541 48736-00
Fax +49 7541 48736-51
info@dorniermuseum.de
www.dorniermuseum.de
Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen
The fascination of aerospace in the largest museum of technology on Lake Constance
The dream of flight comes true! This flight exhibits bring the pioneering very welcome at the Dornier Museum Recommended time 2–3 hours
is truly a journey through 100 years spirit of the past century to life. Friedrichshafen! May–Oct. (daily 10:00 am–5:00 pm;
Thu 10:00 am– 8:00 pm)
of aerospace history. Gigantic flying
Nov.–April (Tue–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm)
boats, passenger planes of bygone There is also a colourful children and Mon closed (except during school holidays
times and exciting exhibits related to family programme throughout the of SouthWest Germany and public holidays)
space flight transform any visit to the holidays: locals and visitors alike step
Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen into into a world of discovery, which inclu- Entrance
Adults 11.– €
a unique experience. Located right next des children’s guided tours and hand-
Children 5.– €
to the airport, the largest museum of icraft activities. Why not take a pedal
technology on Lake Constance is home plane for a spin on the race track? Or
to a world of experience spread over soar above Lake Constance in a flight
more than 6,000 m². Some 400 exhibits, simulator? Technology and history en-
numerous original aircraft and space thusiasts, families and aviation fans are
2
Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
Seestr. 22, 88045 Friedrichshafen (DE)
Phone +49 7541 38010
www.zeppelin-museum.de
Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
Aviation History and the Hindenburg
Where does the captain sit? How does The Zeppelin museum, situated in the Recommended time 2–3 hours
a Zeppelin fly? And why is it so big? Bauhaus building of the former harbor TIP May–Oct. (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm)
The Zeppelin myth comes alive inside railway station, also owns a substantial You can discover the museum right Nov.–April (Tue–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm)
the Zeppelin Museum. The Zeppelin art collection. A special focus is on ar- next to the lake either by yourself or by
joining one of the many offered tours or Eintritt
Museum tells the story of airship histo- tists of Classical Modernism, for exam- Adults 11.– €
workshops. Or let your children discover
ry as a lively multi-media narrative with ple Otto Dix, Max Ackermann or Willi the museum by themselves with our Children 6.– €
over 1500 original objects and historical Baumeister. Innovative temporary exhi- museum suitcase. Many points in the
audio, film and photographic materials. bitions in particular establish a connec- exhibition are marked with a hand
One highlight is the partial reconstruc- tion to contemporary topics, this year symbol: there, you can find a card with
tion of LZ 129 Hindenburg. Climbing up with the temporary exhibition Beyond a task about an interesting object,
exciting information or simply a lovely
the accommodation ladder, you enter States. On the limits of statehood,
picture. The full suitcase is a great
the reconstructed original-sized pass- running 05/27 to 11/01/2020: How do memory of a wonderful visit!
enger rooms and can experience aut- we want to live together and what do You can find our daily tours and events
hentically how travelers must have felt borders mean in water, on land and in on www.zeppelin-museum.de
in these innovative flying luxury liners. the air?
16 | Bodensee Card PLUS 20203
Pfahlbaumuseum Unteruhldingen
Strandpromenade 6, 88690 Uhldingen-
Mühlhofen (Unteruhldingen) (DE)
Phone +49 7556 928900
www.pfahlbauten.de
Lake Dwelling Museum Unteruhldingen
Sunken Stone Age Village Revealed
Welcome to the pile dwellings in replicas of the pile dwellings, where you the lack of oxygen. These unique con- Recommended time 1–2 hours
Unteruhldingen, one of Europe’s lar- will learn all about daily life 6,000 and servation conditions have contributed 01.04.–04.10. (Mon–Sun 9 am –6.30 pm)
05.10.–01.11. (Mon–Sun 9 am –5.30 pm)
gest and oldest open-air archaeologi- 3,000 years ago. Very exciting indeed! to UNESCO designating the ‘Prehistoric
March + Nov. (Sat, Sun + public holidays
cal museums. The 23 reconstructions After the guided tour, you can explore Pile Dwellings around the Alps’ a World 9–5.30 pm)
of pile dwellings from the Bronze and the open-air facility on your own. Heritage Site. In the holiday seasons,
Stone Ages have made a fascinating, you can participate in one of the Stone Entrance
sunken world visible again for almost The special exhibition ‘Das Erbe der Age Parcours (dates available on the Adults 10.– €
Children up to 15 years 6.– €
a century. Pfahlbauer’ (The Heritage of the Pile website).
Dwellers) displays more than 1,000
Your visit starts with ARCHAEORAMA, finds from Lake Constance, including The museum, which was awarded the TIP
a virtual multimedia show that docu- magnificent needles and pearls that Baden-Württemberg Museumspreis Interactive and informative events
ments the work of underwater archaeo- women used as jewellery. Many finds, (museum prize) in 2018 for being fa- about dugout canoes and nutrition are
held at the Stone Age Parcour in the
logists at Lake Constance. This is follo- including textiles, breads and murals, mily-friendly, is accessible to disabled
holidays.
wed by a 35-minute tour of the detailed have been preserved to this day due to people.
Lake Dwelling Museum (DE)
www.bodensee-card.eu | 17Ship experiences
Pirating trip aboard the Lädine departing from Immenstaad
Those who fear that their eyes are de- Recommended time 2–4 hours
ceiving them and that the Lädine (a Thursday is pirating day! Pirating trips are held in 2
merchant vessel) has fallen into the the Easter, Whitsuntide and summer holidays.
The exact dates and times are available at
hands of pirates can rest reassured. www.immenstaad-tourismus.de/piratenfahrten.
Outfitted in headscarf and eye patch,
the whole family sets sail on Lake Tourist-Information Immenstaad
Constance to solve an exciting pirate Dr. Zimmermann Str. 1
mystery and find the hidden treasure, 88090 Immenstaad (DE)
Phone. +49 7545 2013700
while participating in other activities
www.laedine.de
suitable for all pirates aboard. www.immenstaad-tourismus.de
Please provide your Bodensee Card PLUS
numbers to book this trip. The number
Adults 19.– €
of participants per trip is limited to 50,
so pre-booking at the tourist informa-
tion office is required.
Harbour tour on the Seelöwe
Depart from the habour Langenargen to Recommended time 1 hour
the yacht marina in Langenargen or to Mid May–Mid Oct. (Every Monday)
Mandatory registration at the tourist
Ultramarin, the marina in Kressbronn. 3
information office before Monday 12:00 am –
These harbours have water and land subject to availability.
moorings, cranes, floating docks, ship
yards, sail makers and much more. The Tourist-Information Langenargen
Seelöwe (Sea Lion) is an open motor- Obere Seestr. 2/1, 88085 Langenargen (DE)
boat with a sun deck. No voyages are Phone +49 7543 933092
www.langenargen-tourismus.de
made in strong winds, rough waters
and heavy rain. Please book at the tou-
rist information office in Langenargen Adults 16.– €
by Monday at 6:00 pm. Children 12.– €
Round trip with the Captain’s Sloop (“Kapitänsschaluppe”)
The Kapitänsschaluppe (captain’s Recommended time 1 hour
sloop) is an elegant motorboat for up to 14.04.–20.10. (Wed 5:00 pm)
eight people. The voyage will take you 4
Tourist-Information Langenargen
along the Langenargen Bay towards Obere Seestr. 2/1, 88085 Langenargen (DE)
Malerecke and on to Montfort Palace. Phone +49 7543 933092
You will also learn about the boat, www.langenargen-tourismus.de
which happens to be a rather unusual
vessel for Lake Constance. No voyages Adults 16.– €
are made in strong winds and rain. Children 12.– €
Sunset trip on the Seelöwe
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and fas Recommended time 1 hour
cinating colours of sunset on the lake: Mid May–Mid September every Thursday,
departure depending on the sunset (approx.
a unique combination of the vivid sun- 5
1.5 hours before sunset). Obligatory
set, shimmering water and impressive reservation at the Tourist Information until
mountain panorama. The Seelöwe (Sea Thursday 12:00 am.
Lion) is an open motorboat with a sun
deck. Voyages are only made in good Tourist-Information Langenargen
weather and not in strong winds and Obere Seestr. 2/1, 88085 Langenargen (DE)
Phone +49 7543 933092
rough waters. www.langenargen-tourismus.de
Adults 18.– €
Children 14.50 €
18 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020Cable car experiences
Bad Ragaz-Wangs Pizol cable cars
Unique panoramas, a large selection Recommended time 5 hours
of sport and recreational activities, and Winter 2019/20: 07.12.2019–13.04.2020
Summer 2020: 09.05.202–15.11.2020
open for around 300 days a year. The
Winter 2020/21: 12.12.2020–05.04.2021
Pizol between Bad Ragaz and Wangs Changes possible.
rises to a height of 2,844 metres. Its two Please visit www.pizol.com for more
valley stations are only five minutes information.
away from the motorway exit. Features
include 43 km of pistes and winter hi- Pizolbahnen AG
Loisstr. 50, 7310 Bad Ragaz (CH)
king trails, more than 120 km of hiking Phone +41 81 300 48 30 3
trails and Edelweiss, a restaurant en www.pizol.com
joying panoramic views.
Adults CHF 44.–
Children CHF 22.–
Hoher Kasten cableway
Visit the heart of Europe at the top of Recommended time 2–4 hours
the “Hoher Kasten,” the place to re- April–Feb.
Please visit www.hoherkasten.ch for further
juvenate body and spirit. The newly
information.
opened Europa-Loop Trail offers views
over six countries and is framed by a Hoher Kasten
special garden with 300 alpine plants. Drehrestaurant & Seilbahn AG
Resting benches and free observation Dorf 22, 9058 Brülisau (CH) 4
telescopes invite you to discover this Phone +41 71 799 13 22
www.hoherkasten.ch
bountiful scene. Make a full rotation
every hour and enjoy delicious food in
the revolving restaurant. Whether you Adults CHF 46.–
are here to hike, relax, or simply enjoy Children free
an authentic high-altitude meal, it’s all
on top of Hoher Kasten – plus a few
more surprises.
Rheineck-Walzenhausen rack railway
Leaving from the charming village of Recommended time 2 hours
Rheineck in the Rhine valley, enjoy a ro- As per timetable – please visit
mantic journey to Walzenhausen in the www. appenzellerbahnen.ch
Appenzell foothills with the rack railway.
Bahnhof Heiden
Take the opportunity to peek inside the 9410 Heiden (CH) 5
driver’s cab. In Walzenhausen, enjoy Phone +41 71 891 18 52
panoramic views as far as Vorarlberg www.appenzellerbahnen.ch
and the nearby Alpstein area, or explo-
re one of the hiking trails. The mountain
Adults CHF 9.60
railway is also part of the fun round-trip
adventure and can be combined with a
boat trip on the Old Rhine.
Rorschach-Heiden rack railway
The Lake Constance rack railway Recommended time 3 hours
goes from Rorschach to the attractive As per timetable – please visit
www. appenzellerbahnen.ch
Biedermeier village of Heiden. Enjoy
the pleasant rail journey for stunning Bahnhof Heiden
views over Lake Constance, especial- 9410 Heiden (CH) 6
ly during the summer months, in the Phone +41 71 891 18 52
open summer coach (May–September www.appenzellerbahnen.ch
in good weather).
Adults CHF 14.40
In Heiden, we recommend the Henry
Dunant Museum (Red Cross foun-
der) or a climb up the church tower.
Heiden is also the starting point for the
“Witzwanderweg” to Walzenhausen.
www.bodensee-card.eu | 19Cable car experiences
Mittag cable car Immenstadt
Germany’s longest double chairlift Recommended time 4 hours
(2,220 m) carries passengers from May–Oct. (Mon–Sun 8:00 am–5:00 pm)
720 m to 1,452 m. There is a restaurant 7
Mittag-Schwebebahn
at mid-station, and a large children’s
Mittagstr. 30, 87509 Immenstadt (DE)
playground. The summit mountain Phone +49 8323 6149
lodge with sun terrace is a perfect p
lace www.mittagbahn.de
to enjoy snacks and refreshments.
Enjoy the magnificent views over the
Adults 16.– €
All
gäu, Lechtal and Swiss Alps. The Children 11.– €
Mittag is the starting point for the well-
known “Nagelfluh-Gratwanderung” hi-
king tour. Another place worth visiting
is the Mountain Dairy Oberberg to see
how cheese is made.
Jakobsbad-Kronberg cable car
In all of eight minutes, the cable car so- Recommended time 3 hours
ars up to a height of 1,663 m, taking you 01.01.–08.03. (Mon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm;
to the starting point of wonderful hikes Sun/public holidays 8:00 am–5:00 pm)
09.03.–09.04. closed due to inspection works
with a fascinating view. While the day
10.04.–30.06. (Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm;
away on the sun terrace or in the rus- Sat/Sun/public holidays 8:00 am–6:00 pm)
tic rooms of the mountain restaurant. 01.07.–18.10. (Mon–Sun 8:00 am–6:00 pm) 8
Alternatively, enjoy the bobsleigh track, 19.10.–31.12. (Mon–Sat 9:00 am–5:00 pm;
adventure park and spacious playg- Sun/public holidays 8:00 am–5:00 pm)
round in the valley.
Luftseilbahn Jakobsbad Kronberg AG
St. Josefstr. 2, 9108 Jakobsbad (CH)
Phone +41 71 794 12 89
www.kronberg.ch
Adults CHF 38.– | Children CHF 19.–
Imberg cable car
The Imberg cable car takes you to Recommended time 6 hours
a wonderful hiking area amid the May–beginning of Nov.
(Mon–Sun 9:00 am–4:30 pm)
Nagelfluhkette nature park. It can also 9
accommodate pushchairs and bicy Imbergbahn & Skiarena GmbH & Co. KG
cles. The Alpine discovery trail is espe- In der Au 19, 87534 Oberstaufen (DE)
cially fun for all the family. Interesting Phone +49 8386 8112
stations along the route provide in- www.imbergbahn.de
formation about the region’s unique
features. Adults 16.– € for ascent and descent
Children 9.– € for ascent and descent
Cable car in Oberstaufen-Steibis
The Hochgrat (1,834 m) is the highest Recommended time 3–4 hours
mountain in the western Allgäu and the Jan. (9:00 am–4:00 pm)
Feb.–April (9:00 am–4:30 pm)
most striking peak in the Nagelfluhkette 10
Mai–June (8:45 am–4:30 pm)
nature park, offering a spectacular view July–08.09. (8:45 am–5:00 pm)
of the Allgäu Alps, Lake Constance, From 09.09. (8:45 am–4:30 pm)
Swiss, Vorarlberg and Lechtal Alps. Details, sunset trips, sunrise trips and full
The mountain restaurant treats you moon Trips can be found on
to Allgäu specialities. From June to www.hochgrat.de
October, catch an alpine sunset on the Hochgratbahn Oberstaufen-Steibis
Hochgrat. Night rides on full moons. Lanzenbach 5, 87534 Oberstaufen (DE)
Phone +49 8386 8222
www.hochgrat.de
Adults 17.70 €
Children 11.50 €
20 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020Hündle cable car
The Hündle cable car stops at the star Recommended time 6 hours
ting point of numerous hikes, many April–beginning of Nov.
of which are pushchair-friendly. The (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–4:30 pm)
11
summer toboggan run, which starts Hündle GmbH & Co. KG
right next to the valley station, includes Hinterstaufen 10, 87534 Oberstaufen (DE)
an animal enclosure, minigolf course, Phone +49 8386 2720
playground, bungee trampoline and www.huendle.de
electric cars. The mountain restaurant
with its sun terrace and the Hündle Adults 16.– €
restaurant in the valley cater to visitors’ Children 9.– €
creature comforts.
Diedamskopf mountain cable cars
The modern, 8-person cable car whisks Recommended time 4 hours
passengers to „the highest destination 30.05.–11.10. + 12.12.–05.04.2021
Please visit www.diedamskopf.at for further
in the Bregenzerwald“ over 2,000 m.
information.
Visitors enjoy during summer- and win-
tertime unique mountain views of more Diedamskopf
then 300 mountain peaks and Lake Alpin Tourismus GmbH & Co. KG 12
Constance. An easy 15-minute walk Halde 300, 6886 Schoppernau (AT)
leads to the summit cross. Summer Phone +43 5515 4110
www.diedamskopf.at
adventure for the whole familie are the
mountain breakfast at the top (cable
car starts at 8 a.m.) and the sunset trips Adults 23.50 €
with live music and generous summer Children 14.– €
buffet in the Panoramarestaurant on
the top of the Diedamskopf.
Bergbahnen Malbun AG cable cars
With the 4-seater Malbun-Sareis chair- Recommended time 2–3 hours
lift, you reach an altitude of 2,000 m in 13.06.–18.10. (Mon–Sun 8:30 am–5:00 pm)
Mid Dec.–05.04.2021 (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–4.15
a matter of minutes. From here, enjoy
pm)
a magnificent panorama of the Swiss
and Austrian Alps. The popular Sareis Bergbahnen Malbun AG
mountain restaurant is a perfect place Postfach 4034, 9497 Triesenberg (LI)
eat and drink in summer and winter Phone +423 265 40 00
alike, featuring a large sun deck and www.bergbahnen.li
cozy dining room. (No service in high 13
winds and extreme weather). Adults CHF 15.30
Children CHF 8.–
Wasserauen-Ebenalp cable car
The cable car takes you up to 1,644 m in Recommended time 3–4 hours
the Alpstein mountains, an ideal start- May–Oct.
Please visit www.ebenalp.ch for more
ing point for both relaxing and deman
information about the opening times.
ding hikes. Experience the mystical
atmosphere of the Wildkirchli caves Luftseilbahn Wasserauen-Ebenalp
and discover the spectacular Aescher Schwendetalstrasse 82, CH 9057 Wasserauen
moun tain restaurant, precariously Phone +41 71 799 12 12 14
perched on a cliff wall. www.ebenalp.ch
Adults CHF 31.–
Children CHF 12.–
www.bodensee-card.eu | 21Nature and leisure experiences
MOOR EXTREM interactive exhibition
Hearing, seeing, touching, playing – Recommended time 1.5 hours
01.04.–31.10. (Mon–Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm) 5
ignite all of your senses. Discover
01.11.–31.03. (Mon–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm)
the fascinating world of moors in the
Closed on 24., 25. + 31.12.,
MOOR EXTREM interactive exhibit in 01.01., 20. + 24.02.
Bad Wurzach. The ground rumbles and
wobbles as your learn how glaciers MOOR EXTREM
shaped the landscape during different Naturschutzzentrum Wurzacher Ried
ice ages. Discover how cleverly animals Rosengarten 1, 88410 Bad Wurzach (DE)
Phone +49 7564 302190
and plants have adapted to their envi www.wurzacher-ried.de
ronment. Learn about the Wurzach www.moorextrem.de
marshland and all its inhabitants – an
extraordinary biosphere worth protec-
Adults 4.– €
ting. There is a children’s audio guide. Children 2.– €
Walter Zoo, Gossau SG
Experience the diversity of more than Recommended time 3–4 hours
130 animal species. Immerse yourself March–Oct. (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–6:00 pm)
Nov.–Feb. (Mon–Sun 9:00 am–5:00 pm)
in the world of the jungle and savan-
nah, watch the lions at one of the most Walter Zoo
modern facilities in Europe and admire Neuchlen 200, 9200 Gossau (CH)
the tigers, chimpanzees and parrots. Phone +41 71 387 50 50 6
The savannah block, zoo school, play www.walterzoo.ch
grounds and petting zoo, as well as
narrated animal activities and feeding, Adults CHF 20.–
transform a simple trip into an expe- Children CHF 10.–
rience for the entire family. The zoo
theatre is most definitely one of the
major attractions: the exciting perfor-
mance, including circus acts, comedy
and animals, runs from 22 March to 18
October 2020.
SUP beginners’ course
Shallow water and weak currents pro- Recommended time 2 hours
vide the perfect conditions for you to 01.04.–01.10. (Tue 6:00–8:00 pm;
Sat 10:00–12:00 am)
get into stand up paddling (SUP). In
our twohour beginners’ course, you Surfmax KG 7
will learn all the important basic tech- Grüner Damm/Seestr. 37 (parking)
niques and explore the area with our 6971 Hard (AT)
qualified water sports instructors. Phone +43 650 3605400
www.surfmax.at
Adults 49.– €
TIP
Take the course with friends.
Discovering this sport will be twice the
fun!
SUP-Sunset-Tour
The SUP Sunset Tour has become a Recommended time 2 hours
classic and a well-kept secret among 01.04.–01.10.
May–July (Thu 8:00–9:15 pm)
SUP enthusiasts. We meet in the eve-
Aug. (Thu 7:30–9:15 pm)
ning, in time to enjoy the sunset from 8
the water. The last rays of the sun and Surfmax KG
the exercise will definitely reinvigorate Grüner Damm/Seestr. 37 (Parkplatz)
you. 6971 Hard (AT)
Phone +43 650 3605400
www.surfmax.at
Adults 39.– €
22 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020Windsurf trial course
This course will introduce you to the fas Recommended time 3 hours
cinating and fun world of windsurfing. 01.04.–01.10. (Fri 4:00–7:00 pm)
The gentle winds on Lake Constance
Surfmax KG
are particularly suitable for beginners. 9
Grüner Damm / Seestr. 37 (parking)
The shallow water of the Harder Bin 6971 Hard (AT)
nenbecken (Hard Bay) guarantees a Phone +43 650 3605400
safe learning experience and rapid pro- www.surfmax.at
gress. These make for optimal condi
tions, with as much practice and theory Adults 59.– €
as needed.
SUP hire
There’s no better place to hire your Recommended time 1–2 hours
SUP board! Try out, hire and even buy 01.04.–01.10. (Daily 10:00 am–9:00 pm)
the latest Fanatic SUP boards of 2020.
Surfmax KG
Choose from a wide range of Fanatic Grüner Damm/Seestr. 37 (parking) 10
SUP boards. 6971 Hard (AT)
Phone +43 650 3605400
www.surfmax.at
Rental Fee
1 hour 15.– €
2 hours 25.– €
One-time rental for 1 h or 2 hrs
Mainau Island
Wander through and enjoy the wintry Recommended time 3 hours
landscape of Mainau Island. Once you 26.10.–17.03.2021 (from sunrise to sunset) 11
have explored the island, there are two
Mainau GmbH
attractions in particular you may want
78465 Insel Mainau (DE)
to visit: the Butterfly House and the Phone +49 7531 3030
Palm House. From 16 October 2020 to www.mainau.de
7 February 2021, you can discover the
winter exhibition „Remember your
Adults 10.50 €
child
hood as you rediscover the va- Children up to 13 years 6.50 €
ried world of wooden toys“ at Mainau One-time free admission with the Bodensee
Palace. Also this year the palace court Card PLUS 26.10–31.12
yard is transformed into Scandinavian
winter wonderland.
Lake Constance canoe tours at the NaturFreundehaus Bodensee
The Lake Constance NaturFreundehaus Recommended time 3 hours
15.03.–15.10. 12
is the ideal place for family-friendly
canoe tours. With your Bodensee
Bodensee-Kanu-Tours
Card PLUS you can discover the beauty am NaturFreundehaus Bodensee
of the Untersee on a self-guided canoe Radolfzeller Str. 1, 78315 Radolfzell (DE)
tour. Phone +49 7732 823770
www.naturfreundehausbodensee.de
The service package includes: ca-
noe, paddle and life jacket; suggested Canadian canoe for 3 hours:
routes; instructions on paddling tech Adults 12.– €
nique; safety and ecology. Life jackets Children up to 12 years 6.00 € | Children up
required. Please register no later than to 6 years free
the day before. You can contact us by One-time 3 hrs rental of a Canadian canoe
e-mail at erlebnisteam@naturfreunde- on Tuesdays
haus-bodensee.de
www.bodensee-card.eu | 23Nature and leisure experiences
DiscGolf, Corn Maze, Play Barn & MiniGolf at “Gut Hügle”
Pure fun inside and outdoors in any we- Recommended time 1 hour
April–01.11. (Mon–Sun 8:00 am–9:00 pm) 13
ather at the Gut Hügle adventure farm!
Walk into the Corn Maze and find your
Gut Hügle Erlebnisbauernhof
way out on the other side. Once you’ve Bottenreute 5–7, 88214 Ravensburg (DE)
succeeded, then it’s on to the Play Phone +49 751 1895000
Barn and into the bouncy cow “Lucy www.guthuegle.de
Moo” with all the other barn animals.
Or, you can play through 12-holes of Day ticket adults 9.50 €
MiniGolf. Try your luck on our super (all activities)
fun DiscGolf course through the woods
and orchards Take a break in our family
restaurant. We serve delicious regional
food and homemade cakes.
Romanshorn mini-golf
Enjoy a round of minigolf and relax Recommended time 1–1.5 hours
with drinks, cold and hot food at the April–Oct. (Daily from 9:00 am)
Sundays closed on 8:00 pm
Minigolf-Restaurant.
Easter Monday closed 14
Minigolf Romanshorn
Badstr. 48, 8590 Romanshorn (CH)
Phone +41 71 463 37 79
www.minigolfromanshorn.com
Adults CHF 7.–
Children CHF 4.–
skywalk allgäu nature adventure park
Wow and aha moments in the forest. A Recommended time 4 hours
state-of-the-art treetop walkway affor Feb.–March (11:00 am–5:00 pm; open daily
during carnival holidays) 15
ding spectacular views of the Allgäu
01.04.–08.11. (Mon–Sun 10:00 am–6:00 pm;
Alps and Lake Constance awaits you. last admission 5:00 pm)
The park also provides numerous op- 09.11.–26.11. closed
portunities to discover the microcosm 27.11.–31.12. (Fri–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm)
of the forest from the ground up: va
rious adventure trails, a barefoot path skywalk allgäu gemeinnützige GmbH
Oberschwenden 25, 88175 Scheidegg (DE)
and a bathing area in the forest bring Phone +49 8381 8961800
visitors in direct contact with local www.skywalk-allgaeu.de
nature, while a large adventure play
ground and petting zoo set all children
Adults 11.50 €
on a course of discovery. On top of all Children 8.90 €
this, skywalk allgäu regularly organises
extraordinary events, which are always
good cause for a visit.
Night tobogganing
Gliding swiftly through the night. Tobog Recommended time 3 hours
ganing is always great fun, no matter Mid Dec.–beginning of March
Please visit www.silvretta-montafon.at for
how old you are. But it is even more ex-
detailed information
citing at night! Race down Voralberg’s
longest illuminated night-tobogganing Silvretta Montafon
run, from Garfrescha all the way to the Silvrettaplatz 1, 6780 Schruns (AT)
valley. It’s an exhilarating and wonder- Phone +43 5557 6300
ful experience for the whole family! www.silvretta-montafon.at
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Please visit www.silvretta-montafon.at
for more information about the prices.
24 | Bodensee Card PLUS 2020Uhldingen vivarium
Unique species of reptiles from the Recommended time 1–2 hours 17
dessert and rain forest have a safe, new 01.04.–31.10. (Mon–Sun 9:30 am–6:00 pm,
Ticket office closes 1 hour before)
home on Lake Constance after being
confiscated by customs officials world- Reptilienhaus Uhldingen
wide … like Henry, the giant green Ehbachstr. 4, 88690 Uhldingen (DE)
poisonous Mamba snake. Explore the Phone +49 7556 829700
different terrariums that mimic native www.reptilienhaus.de
habitats for various iguanas, lizards,
snakes, geckos and turtles, and learn Adults 6,50 €
about these ancient and fascinating Children 3.– €
creatures up close.
View from Hagnau to the Säntis (DE)
www.bodensee-card.eu | 25Baths and spa experiences
Arbon swimming pool
A modern and spacious bathing com- Recommended time 4 hours
plex awaits visitors with more than 01.05.–13.09. (8:30 am–7:00 pm)
In very good weather, 1 hour longer; in cold,
250 m of lake access, rafts and bu-
rainy weather until noon
oys. Con veniently accessible from
1
the harbour piers, the bathing com- Schwimmbad Arbon
plex includes a heated, competition- Wassergasse 6, 9320 Arbon (CH)
approved 50-meter pool, a separate Phone +41 71 446 16 40
33-meter pool with integrated section www.schwimmbad-arbon.ch
for non-swimmers and a large water
slide, a separate pool with a 10-meter Adults CHF 8.–
diving plat form, a paddling pool for
chil
dren with sand banks, a playing
field and volleyball court and large
sunbathing lawn. Barbecue grills and
attractive restaurant serves a wide se-
lection of dishes.
Arbon lido
This is the perfect place to peacefully Recommended time 3 hours
enjoy fine weather. The venerable, re- 16.05.–06.09. (Mon–Sun 10:00 am–7:00 pm)
(changes possible)
novated lido (public beach) is ideally
situated between the camp-site and Strandbad Arbon
beach restaurant. A large, classic sun- 9320 Arbon (CH)
2
bathing lawn features numerous old Phone +41 71 446 13 33
trees. A state-ofthe-art kids’ pool and www.arbon.ch/freizeit_tourismus/strandbad
play facilities offers young families an
ideal place for fun times together. Adults CHF 6.–
This oasis by the lake is easily reached
via the lakeside bike path, the “See
moosriet” train or by car.
Sonnenhof spa, Bad Saulgau
The sulphurous healing waters of the Recommended time 3 hours 3
Sonnenhof spa bubble up from 650 m 04.04.–31.10.
(Thermal bath daily 8:00 am–9:00 pm)
below ground in seven different indoor
and outdoor pools with temperatures Sonnenhof-Therme Bad Saulgau
from 28 to 40 degrees Celsius. Boasting Am schönen Moos 1, 88348 Bad Saulgau (DE)
5 wellness stars, the spa features a Phone +49 7581 48390
spacious sauna complex, steam bath, www.sonnenhof-therme.de
salt-water steam bath and attractive
resting areas for hours of relaxation. Adults 10.50 €/3 hours
(only bathing world)
Motor home owners will appreciate the One-time 3 hours free admission to the
53 newly-created parking spaces. bathing world with the Bodensee Card PLUS
Aquastaad – the family pool
In sunny weather, the natural pebble Recommended time 2–4 hours
beach is an attractive destination with Mon–Sun 8:30 am–7:00 pm; last entrance 6:15 pm. 4
Limited opening hours in pre- and post-season.
sand hills and floating bathing islands
Further details at www.aquastaad.de
in the lake. The shade lawn protected
by old trees is a bathers’ dream. Strand- und Hallenbad Aquastaad
Strandbadstr. 1, 88090 Immenstaad (DE)
Our adventure playground includes ta- Phone +49 7545 901313
ble tennis, beach volleyball, basketball www.aquastaad.de
and badminton courts.
Adults 4.– €
When raining, simply head indoors for
the pirate adventure pool. Adults en-
joy the salt-water steam bath, multi-
sensory showers and the 25 x 10 meter
lap pool.
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