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Flower island, Barbary macaques, stilt houses and more: the region's finest destinations – with honest tips for families.
approx. 45 min + ferry
Konstanz
A blossoming paradise with seasonal gardens, a butterfly house, a baroque palace and a palm house. Tulips in spring, roses and a sea of colour in summer – an outing for all the senses.
Large children's play area, petting zoo and farm. Free admission for children up to 12 years.
approx. 35 min
Salem
Around 200 Barbary macaques roam freely in a 20-hectare beech forest. Visitors walk right through the enclosure and can feed the monkeys with special popcorn – plus a stork trail and fallow deer.
One of the most popular family destinations at the lake – animals up close and plenty of space to roam and marvel.
approx. 30 min
Uhldingen-Mühlhofen
UNESCO World Heritage to touch: 23 reconstructed houses from the Stone and Bronze Ages rise out of the water. A journey back in time to how people lived by the lake 5,000 years ago.
Lively demonstrations and the ARCHAEORAMA experience delight children – history brought playfully to life.
on your doorstep
Friedrichshafen
The world's most important collection on Zeppelin airship travel – including a walk-in reconstruction of part of the legendary LZ 129 “Hindenburg”. Technology, history and art under one roof by the harbour.
The walk-in Zeppelin and interactive stations make technology tangible for children.
approx. 25 min + ferry
Meersburg
Germany's oldest inhabited castle towers over the picturesque old town with its half-timbered houses, vineyards and lakeside promenade. The age of knights to touch, with stunning views over the lake.
Winding passages, armoury and dungeon – an adventure for little knights.
approx. 45 min + ferry
Konstanz
A journey from Lake Constance to the Atlantic: rays, seahorses, turtles and an underwater tunnel. The ideal outing even in rainy weather.
An absolute favourite with children and weather-independent – feedings and a tunnel to marvel at.
approx. 25 min
Lindau
A picturesque old town on an island with its famous harbour, lion statue and lighthouse. Stroll, enjoy an ice cream and take in the Alpine backdrop over the lake.
Car-free lanes, harbour promenade and boat trips – relaxed for a family stroll.
a few minutes
Friedrichshafen & surroundings
Swimming, sunbathing and water sports: the lidos around Friedrichshafen offer lawns, diving boards and boat hire. The perfect way to end a summer's day.
Gently sloping shores, playgrounds and ice-cream stands – ideal for hot summer days with children.
approx. 1 hr
Schaffhausen (CH)
Europe's largest waterfall thunders impressively into the depths. Viewing platforms and boat tours bring you right up to the roaring natural spectacle.
The boat trip to the rock in the middle of the falls is a real adventure for the whole family.
From our holiday apartments you can reach the region's finest destinations in no time – by car, bike, boat or train. We're happy to give you personal recommendations for your stay.
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