The shallow Upper Lake - fruit trees & alpine panoramas
Lake Constance’s Upper Lake, the largest part of the Bodensee, stretches east of the Konstanz–Meersburg line and is the highlight of every cycling holiday around the lake. Over roughly 130 kilometres, the Lake Constance Cycle Path runs mostly flat through three countries, combining nature, cultural treasures and culinary delights.
What makes the route so special is its international variety: by bike you effortlessly switch between Germany, Austria and Switzerland – each offering different landscapes. Blooming orchards in spring, lakeside promenades with a Mediterranean feel and stunning Alpine views create a truly unique cycling experience.
Highlights along the Upper Lake include:
- Meersburg – historic old town with castle and vineyards
- Friedrichshafen – lively harbour city with Zeppelin Museum and long waterfront promenade
- Lindau & Bregenz – island town with historic harbour and cultural hub at the Pfänder mountain
- Rorschach & Arbon – charming Swiss towns with old-town flair and relaxed holiday atmosphere
Thanks to excellent signposting, frequent boat connections and the railway line along the shore, the Upper Lake offers maximum flexibility: perfect for day rides, leisure tours or a full circuit. Cycling here is more than a bike tour – it’s a true Alpine panorama experience.
Cycle tours on the Obersee
From Meersburg to Friedrichshafen (approx. 20 kilometers)
The Lake Constance cycle path takes you through Hagnau to Immenstaad, two cozy wine and vacation towns. A beautiful route! The Alps are already in sight here. Our tip: use the White Fleet boats from Immenstaad to avoid the cycle path along the busy main road.
From Friedrichshafen to Lindau (approx. 30 kilometers)
The cycle route takes you through the Eriskircher Ried nature reserve and the vacation resorts of Langenargen, Kressbronn, Nonnenhorn and Wasserburg to Lindau. You will see fruit trees, alpine panoramas, lakeside promenades, lidos ... rating: very beautiful!
From Lindau via Bregenz to Rorschach (approx. 40 kilometers)
From the Austrian border, the Pfänder gets closer and closer. Bregenz's local mountain is a proud 1,064 meters high. After Bregenz, you cycle quietly through the Rhine delta towards the Swiss border. The road to Rorschach is not really a pleasure because of the nearby highway. But the view of the Appenzell countryside is breathtaking!
From Rorschach to Constance (approx. 40 kilometers)
The Lake Constance cycle path takes you to Arbon with its interesting old town. From Romanshorn, you have the opportunity to take the ferry to Friedrichshafen every hour. The remaining 20 kilometers to Constance also make a nice end to the cycle tour. The railroad line running parallel to the cycle path offers a shortcut in bad weather.
