Lake Constance Bike Tour from St. Margrethen
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Short Description
Cycle a full loop of Lake Constance on this 6-day self-guided tour from St. Margrethen, on the Swiss–Austrian border. Nature reserves, the flower island of Mainau, the pile dwellings of Uhldingen and the old town of Constance wait along the shore.
Tour Program
Tour details
✅ What is included in the trip?
- 🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
- 💼 Luggage transfer
- 📲 GPS or navigation APP
- 🗺️ Maps
- 📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
- ⛴️ Ferry Wallhausen–Überlingen incl. bike
❌ What is not included?
- 🚎 Transfers not listed as Included
- ✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
- 🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
- 🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed
- 🛡️ Travel insurance
- 🌎 Tourist taxes
🙋 Common questions
How much does the Lake Constance bike tour from St. Margrethen cost?
The tour starts from €559 per person in a double room in off season (mid-April and October). Low season costs €729 and high season €779 per person. The single room supplement is €270. A trade fair surcharge of €60 applies to arrivals on some dates.
How difficult is cycling around Lake Constance on this tour?
The route follows mostly flat lakeside cycle paths, with three riding days of 46 to 59 km and a free day in Constance. The total is about 146 km using the shorter options. A rental e-bike is available on request for extra assistance.
When is the best time to cycle Lake Constance from St. Margrethen?
Arrivals are possible every day from 16 April to 16 October 2027. Spring brings orchard blossom along the German shore, while summer is warmest. Arrivals on 11–13 August are not possible because of the Seenachtsfest lake festival in Constance.
Can I rent a bike for the Lake Constance tour from St. Margrethen?
Yes. A rental bike costs €90 and an e-bike €200 per stay (e-bike on request). Rental bikes are prepared at your arrival hotel in St. Margrethen/Lustenau.
Is luggage transfer included on this Lake Constance cycling tour?
Yes. Your luggage is picked up at 9 a.m. and delivered to your next hotel by about 6:30 p.m. every riding day, with liability of €1,000 per person.
Which ferry is included on the Lake Constance loop from St. Margrethen?
The ferry from Wallhausen to Überlingen, including your bike, is included in the price. The crossing takes about 15 minutes and saves you the ride around the northern arm of the lake.
Do I need a passport for cycling around Lake Constance?
The tour crosses Switzerland, Germany and Austria. EU citizens need a valid ID card or passport; travellers of other nationalities should check entry requirements for all three countries, including Switzerland, which is outside the EU.
📋💸 Cancellation fees
Bike & hotel tours — terms of cancellation:
• More than 30 days before the departure date: 20% penalty of the total package
• 29 to 20 days before the departure date: 30% penalty of the total package
• 19 to 10 days before the departure date: 40% penalty of the total package
• 09 to 08 days before the departure date: 70% penalty of the total package
• 07 to 0 days before the departure date: 100% penalty of the total package
Bike & boat tours (MS Primadonna cruises RK1, RK3, RK4) — terms of cancellation:
• Up to 84 days before the departure date: 20% penalty of the total package
• 83 to 42 days before the departure date: 50% penalty of the total package
• 41 to 28 days before the departure date: 70% penalty of the total package
• 27 to 15 days before the departure date: 80% penalty of the total package
• 14 to 0 days before the departure date: 90% penalty of the total package
• No-show: 100% penalty of the total package
Starting from
€559/ person
or €593
Available
16 Apr 2027 – 16 Oct 2027
Departures
Every day of the week
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Donau Touristik
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