A 20-minute stroll: the Hoyerberg round walk
Our Hoyerberg round walk is a refreshing, 20-minute stroll offering views of both Lake Constance and the alpine panorama – at all times of day.
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Visit Mainau Island by boat
The flower island impresses whatever the season – both with its castle and with its never-ending floral displays. Mainau is around 3 hours from Lindau by boat – you can take a direct boat from Lindau in the morning (please check the timetable).
Picture: Insel Mainau/Peter Allgaier
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The Karren cable car in Dornbirn, Austria
You can reach the Austrian city of Dornbirn in around 30 minutes by car. It is home to the Karren cable car and the floating Karren viewpoint – a perfect day trip, especially for those who love heights.
picture: Dornbirner Seilbahn Ag
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The Cheese Route in Eichenberg, Austria
Dornbirn in the Vorarlberg region is home to the Rappenlochschlucht – one of the largest gorges in Central Europe. A well-signed hiking trail lasting around 75 minutes takes you through the gorge and past a number of traditional establishments offering refreshments.
picture: Alma
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Dornier Museum in Friedrichshafen
The Dornier Museum in Friedrichshafen is the largest technology museum in the Lake Constance region. Experience the impressive accomplishments of aerospace technology.
picture: Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen
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A one-hour walk to the Antonius Chapel in Selmnau
This route leads you through whispering forests and romantic vineyards. The one-hour walk ends at the Antonius Chapel in Selmnau. In addition to the chapel, which was first mentioned back in 1492, the “Bergle” offers great views and a unique perspective of Lake Constance and the Alps.
picture: Schneider Wolfgang
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Eisdiele Melanie near Bregenz, Austria
Eat ice cream right by the lake: Eisdiele Melanie, which is located just before Bregenz, invites you to enjoy a summery treat.
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Bregenz pier, Austria
Enjoying a sundowner on Bregenz pier is a truly magical experience. Sea planes began departing from here in the 1920s.
picture: Christine Setz
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Überlingen garden trail
The four-kilometre-long garden trail in Überlingen takes you through the many green oases in the town centre. Überlingen has been an important spa town since the 19th century. In 2020, the town played host to the very first “Lake Constance Horticultural Show”.
picture: Überlingen Marketing und Tourismus GmbH
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A map of running routes in your room
Where better to go for a run than in the countryside around the VILLINO? In your room you will find a map featuring two particularly enjoyable running routes.
picture: Christoph Pallinger – Dornbirn Tourismus Stadtmarketing GmbH
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Kunsthaus Bregenz, Austria
Opened in 1997, the Kunsthaus Bregenz was created by star architect Peter Zumthor and exhibits contemporary art. This year’s exhibition includes works by Bunny Rogers, Peter Fischli, Anri Sala and Dora Budor.
picture: Kunsthaus Bregenz
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Kunstmuseum Ravensburg
The Kunstmuseum Ravensburg is a passive house with extremely interesting architecture. Besides the Selinka Collection, it also displays temporary exhibitions from the 20th and 21st century.
picture: Roland Halbe
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Lindau Marionettenoper
The productions put on by Lindau Marionettenoper (puppet opera) are unique across the world. The illusion is so perfect, you would be forgiven for thinking that you are watching actual singers on stage, full of feeling and passion. It is an experience that not only impresses opera fans.
picture: Christian Flemming
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Lindau Christmas market
In December each year, people from all over the world look forward to visiting the unique Christmas market by the harbour in Lindau. The Christmas market is situated right by the water and is open from Thursday to Sunday of each week. The old town is stylishly decorated, and St Stephan’s Church features a natural crib scene.
picture: Wolfgang Schneider – Lindau Tourismus
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Lindau weekly market
Every Saturday, and Wednesdays too from April to October, Lindau weekly market invites you to sample and buy regional specialities.
picture: Hari Pulko – Lindau Tourismus
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Lindenhofpark | Lindenhofbad
Bathe directly in Lake Constance at the Lindenhofbad with its beach café and enjoy a refreshing drink in one of its shady spots.
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Discovering the region by bike
Do you want to explore Lake Constance by bike? A fantastic idea! You can hire bikes from the hotel. We can even provide a picnic basket on request. We look forward to hearing from you!
picture: Christoph Pallinger – Dornbirn Tourismus Stadtmarketing GmbH
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By boat to Langenargen
Our recommendation for a tour of Lake Constance with lunch: take the boat from Lindau and you can reach Langenargen in around an hour (no connections in winter). From this harbour, you can walk along the banks of the lake to the picturesque marina, where you can enjoy an excellent lunch in “Schuppen 13” or “Malereck”. Take a walk along the River Argen and across an impressive bridge, before heading back to Langenargen harbour.
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To Constance by catamaran
The catamaran takes you from Friedrichshafen to Constance in just 52 minutes and is a truly special experience. Please check the timetable.
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Parktheater – the traditional cinema in Lindau
The Parktheater in Lindau is a classical cinema, designed for cosy evenings or rainy days.
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The Pfänder in Bregenz – the mountain by Lake Constance, Austria
Rising some 1,064 metres, the Pfänder is an impressive viewpoint. The panoramic views are truly magical, incorporating all of the 240 alpine summits in the region as well as Lake Constance itself.
picture: Petra Rainer – Bodensee-Vorarlberg Tourismus GmbH
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Arenenberg Castle & Gardens, Switzerland
Arenenberg Castle & Gardens is situated in the Swiss canton of Thurgau and is around 90 minutes away by car. In addition to the Napoleon Museum, you will also find evidence of a 600-year gardening tradition, as well as a wide range of cultural activities and seminars.
picture: Helmuth Scham
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Shopping in Ravensburg
The Upper Swabian town of Ravensburg is just a 30-minute drive away. It is a great place to shop and is home to all kinds of specialist shops, galleries and boutiques.
picture: Stadt Ravensburg
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A tour of Lindau
The town of Lindau has been occupied since Roman times. Discover the town and its long history with the help of a knowledgeable guide. We are happy to help you choose a suitable tour and to book it on your behalf.
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Stiftsbibliothek St Gallen, Switzerland: a UNESCO World Heritage Site
St Gallen abbey district has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983 and impresses with its baroque cathedral, baroque library hall and valuable medieval manuscripts.
picture: Stiftsbibliothek St. Gallen
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Therme Meersburg spa
Seven steam rooms and themed saunas, a hammam, a lakeside garden and a whole host of indoor and outdoor pools: Therme Meersburg is a great place to spend the day.
picture: Meersburg Therme Betriebsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG
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Walking in the Rappenlochschlucht gorge in Dornbirn, Austria
Dornbirn in the Vorarlberg region is home to the Rappenlochschlucht – one of the largest gorges in Central Europe. A well-signed hiking trail lasting around 75 minutes takes you through the gorge and past a number of traditional establishments offering refreshments.
picture: Darko Todorovic – Dornbirn Tourismus Stadtmarketing GmbH
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Wangen weekly market
Wangen in the Allgäu is just a 25-minute drive away. The weekly market is held here every Wednesday and gives you a great opportunity to explore Wangen’s friendly old town during your visit. Be sure to visit the 500-year-old bakery “Fidelisbäck” whilst you are there.
picture: Gästeamt Wangen – Tourist Information
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Aufricht vineyard & Meersburg
Visit the family-run and multi-award-winning Aufricht vineyard. You can then walk along the three-kilometre mountain trail to reach the medieval Lake Constance town of Meersburg, complete with its castle and palace.
picture: Weingut Aufricht
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Kress vineyard & Birnau pilgrimage church
100% craft, selection and a lot of intuition: Directly at the shore of Lake Constance three generations manage the Kress Winery together with a lot of experience and a great appreciation for nature. Combine your visit with a stop at Birnau basilica – a baroque pilgrimage church.
picture: Weingut Kress
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Würth Haus in Rorschach, Switzerland
The Würth Haus Rorschach is a meeting place for art and culture, entertainment and events. Regularly changing exhibitions, but also cultural events and seminars take place here.
picture: Würth Management AG
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Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen
The Zeppelin Museum is housed in a listed Bauhaus building. In addition to numerous exhibits relating to the history of aviation, the museum is also home to an impressive collection of south German art, with a particular focus on the 20th century avant-garde movement.
picture: Zeppelin Museum
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Zeppelin flight
Take a 45-minute round trip with the Zeppelin – direct from Friedrichshafen. We are happy to book your tickets on your behalf.
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A 45-minute walk to Lindau Island
You can reach the picturesque island in 45 minutes on foot. The last part of the walk takes you over the 410-metre-long railway embankment, which has been transporting trains across Lake Constance to Lindau station since 1854.
picture: Gert Krautbauer
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Therme Lindau spa
The Therme Lindau spa is due to open at the end of 2020 – it boasts impressive architectural design, with panoramic views of both the lake and the Alps.
Picture: Therme Lindau
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Forget about time – simply enjoy, recuperate, recharge: everything is taken care of at the VILLINO. We can even put together your very own customised package.
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