Lake Constance Cycle Path

You will need to have a basic level of fitness and we advise some training before the tour.

The first stage in the areas around Hörli is moderately hilly, otherwise the route is mainly even and along tarred cycle paths. Daily distances are between 35and 55 km so you will need to have a basic level of fitness and we advise some training before the tour.

This tour is graded easy to moderate. Within the tour individual days may vary in difficulty - some might be a bit tougher or easier than the overall rating suggests.

You'll stay in small, charming, often family-run hotels along the route, many known for their excellent cuisine and a warm welcome to cyclists. Because these properties are spread across each town or region, the distances between overnight stops are approximations, and the specific hotels listed are examples of the kind of accommodation we use rather than a fixed guarantee.

Please note that German twin rooms are typically two single mattresses side by side on one double bed frame, each with its own separate duvet and pillows.

Yes, solo travelers are very welcome. There will be a supplement because some costs, like transfers, aren't shared. Or if you'd like to book a single room, just ask. These are available for a supplement.

This is a popular route, so solo travelers will find plenty of other cyclists to chat with along the way.

Breakfast is included every day. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense, which leaves you free to explore. Purchase a packed lunch from your host, pick up picnic supplies from a local shop or market, or stop at a café en route. In the evening, unwind over dinner somewhere local.

This tour runs from late April to early October, with July and August the busiest months, so it's worth booking early if you want to travel then.

Spring, from around May to June, brings blossoming flowers and colorful window boxes in the lakeside towns. July and August offer the best weather but can be busy, while September is a lovely time to visit, often with excellent weather, fewer crowds, and the tail end of the local wine season.

Your bags will be collected from your accommodation each day and moved onto your overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 20kg/44lbs per person.

Navigation is straightforward using our app which has maps, tracks and daily route info. Simply download the information and tracks for offline use and follow the route on your phone. Once on the trail you do not need signal for the app to work and follow your progress.

Getting to the start

Your cycling tour begins in Constance, the largest town on Lake Constance and the town that gave the lake its name, and a thriving university town that's the unofficial capital of the region. Zurich is the closest large airport, with an easy direct connection on to Constance. Alternatively, you can fly into Friedrichshafen Airport and take a 40-minute ferry across the lake to reach Constance.

You'll need your standard cycling gear. Bike hire comes with a pannier rack and bag, a pump, lock, a basic repair kit, and handlebar phone mount. On booking, our Tour Info will give you a complete packing list.

Since you'll have your bike with you, shortening or skipping sections may not be easy. For the best local advice on transport options for cyclists, please consult your accommodation provider or reach out to our local bike partner, where applicable.

We hire bikes suited to the terrain, including e-bikes for a bit of extra assist, in a range of sizes - just let us know your height when booking so we can get your frame right. If you would like to bring your own bike then, in the majority of cases, this is not a problem – please contact us to talk it through. We encourage all cyclists to wear a helmet, and it is law in many countries across Europe. We recommend bringing your own helmet for hygiene and safety reasons, however on most tours you can hire one.

Please note that on this route, you'll need to bring your own helmet, as hire isn't available.

The following bikes are available for hire:

Touring Bike: a speedster-style bike with 27-speed derailleur gears, unisex with a low step-through frame for riders from 1.45m-1.90m, or a men's frame from 1.75m.

Hybrid Bike: a sporty seating position with 30-speed Shimano XT derailleur gears, hydraulic disc brakes and a suspension seat post, in a trapezoid frame (1.60m-1.80m) or diamond frame (1.80m-1.95m).

E-bike: 8-speed with freewheel and hub gears, unisex frame, suitable for riders from 1.45m.

Tandem bikes are available on some itineraries along this route, with a reinforced frame.

Brand and model may vary depending on availability, and the minimum age for e-bike hire is 16. Please let us know your height for bike sizing when you book.

Bike hire includes a repair kit, pannier bag, handlebar bag with map holder, lock, water bottle holder, and a battery charger for e-bikes. Many people choose to hire an e-bike for the extra battery-powered assistance, though e-bikes are heavier than standard bicycles.

We highly recommend that you have travel insurance when you book with Macs Adventure. Your policy should cover medical treatment (including repatriation and emergency evacuation by air ambulance or helicopter), injury, death, third-party liability, and trip cancellation