Peter Harrison

Lindau & Lake Constance

Explore by Train from Scenic Spot

Tour Overview

This rail holiday is ideal for the first-time tourer who is considering exploring parts of Europe by train. Test your interrailing fortitude by exploring from one destination that offers ways to explore three countries from one place.

Begin your adventure with a brief outbound stay in Cologne, where the iconic cathedral awaits. Continue by train and watch the landscapes unfold as you travel south toward Lindau, nestled on the shores of stunning Lake Constance.
Discover Lindau’s picturesque old town before exploring further afield by hopping across the borders into Switzerland and Austria by rail, discovering alpine scenery and lakeside beauty.
Closer to Lindau enjoy a cruise on Lake Constance and visit nearby tourists spot or simply enjoy well-marked trails around the lake, blending nature with easy going exploration.
Conclude with a scenic ride to Bonn, a vibrant city on the Rhine, blending history, culture, and scenic beauty. As the birthplace of Beethoven, it boasts a rich musical heritage, celebrated at the Beethoven House Museum.
To make your rail travel as seamless as possible include an InterRail Pass and maybe consider more destinations to visit en route!

Travel Tips

The best time to visit is during the summer and early autumn months to take advantage of full timetables
Include an InterRail Pass – ideally a first class one for maximum comfort – which will cover all rail journeys you wish to make
Using Lindau as a base allows you to explore Germany, Switzerland and Austria
Visit nearby Schaffhausen and the Rhine Falls, St. Gallen and the Appenzell Region, the Arlberg Pass into Innsbruck, as well as the Oberstdorf area which is dotted with lakes and has a mountain backdrop
Insel Mainau (Flower Island) is a must for any Lake Constance holiday
Stay in centrally located hotels for easy access to explore
Ensure you allow free days to really take in the beauty of Lake Constance and Lindau itself