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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: German, English, French
- Climate: Oceanic
- Timezone: Europe/Berlin
- Population: Approximately 25,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is from May to September for pleasant weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the EU, UK, US, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Germany visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. Others may require a Schengen visa, which can be applied for online or at consulates. Visa on arrival is generally not available. Travelers should have a valid passport, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds.
About Lindau
Lindau is a picturesque town located on an island in Lake Constance, in the Bavarian region of Germany. It is renowned for its charming old town with medieval architecture, narrow cobblestone streets, and stunning lake views framed by the Alps. The town’s unique island location offers a peaceful retreat combined with vibrant cultural life. Visitors are drawn to Lindau for its blend of natural beauty, historical landmarks, and lively harbor atmosphere. The iconic harbor entrance features a majestic Bavarian Lion statue and a historic lighthouse, making it one of the most photographed spots in the region. Lindau’s proximity to the borders of Austria and Switzerland also makes it an excellent base for exploring the wider Lake Constance area. The town’s relaxed ambiance, combined with excellent dining, shopping, and outdoor activities such as sailing and cycling, makes it a compelling destination for travelers seeking both culture and nature.
Top Attractions
1. Lindau Harbor: Famous for its Bavarian Lion statue and historic lighthouse, offering panoramic views of Lake Constance and the Alps. 2. Old Town (Altstadt): A well-preserved medieval quarter with charming streets, colorful buildings, and quaint shops. 3. Mangturm Tower: A medieval watchtower that provides insight into Lindau’s history and offers great photo opportunities. 4. Stadtmuseum Lindau: A museum showcasing local history, art, and culture in a historic building. 5. Lake Constance Promenade: A scenic lakeside walkway perfect for leisurely strolls, cycling, and enjoying waterfront cafes.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Lindau can enjoy sailing and boating on Lake Constance, cycling along well-marked trails around the lake, and hiking in nearby Alpine foothills. Cultural experiences include attending the Nobel Laureate Meetings or local festivals, exploring historic sites, and visiting museums. Recreational options include swimming in the lake, relaxing at lakeside parks, and sampling local wines. Unique experiences include boat trips to neighboring countries and exploring the island’s charming streets on foot.
Lindau Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Bavaria
- Duration Range: Visitors to Lindau can enjoy sailing and boating on Lake Constance, cycling along well-marked trails around the lake, and hiking in nearby Alpine foothills. Cultural experiences include attending the Nobel Laureate Meetings or local festivals, exploring historic sites, and visiting museums. Recreational options include swimming in the lake, relaxing at lakeside parks, and sampling local wines. Unique experiences include boat trips to neighboring countries and exploring the island’s charming streets on foot.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is from May to September for pleasant weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes, light layers, and rain gear. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and punctuality. Lindau is generally very safe, but standard travel precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, though some smaller shops prefer cash. ATMs are readily available. Learning a few basic German phrases can enhance your experience.
Average Tour Price: $65
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $250
20 Available Tour Excursions in Lindau
Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Sightseeing Tour Lindau Island with your private guide We show you Lake Constance from its most beautyful side ! Your stay at the Bodensee will be unforgetable ! Explore the Highlights of Lindau Island in a private Tour Experience the highlights at Lake Constance with a visit to the historic old town on the island of Lindau with the Mediterranean ambience on a guided city tour. Stroll through the winding, romantic alleys with their many small galleries and visit Germany's southernmost lighthouse - together with the Bavarian Lion - a historical ensemble at the Lindau harbor.
Price: $178.02
Duration: 1 hours
The “the Bavarian Riviera” is definitely worth a visit to enjoy its Alpine views, lakefront cafes and its old town stranded on a small island. Lindau, on the eastern side of Lake Constance, is full of medieval and half-timbered buildings that bear witness to a turbulent history, unspoiled nature and relaxed, laid-back beach atmosphere. See the Mangturm, one of the most famous still standing watchtowers of the old medieval fortification belt. Admire the entrance to the port, with its new Lighthouse and the sitting Lion, guarding the entrance.Listen to the fascinating story of the Thieves Tower. Discover the “Fools Fountain”, with its interesting figures, each wearing masks worn by Lindau's guild of carnival fools. Admire the breathtaking murals of the beautiful gothic Old Town Hall. See the Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady and its white stucco, beautiful frescoes and Rococo carvings. Visit the jewel of Lake Constance, in a tour that allows you to discover all the main highlights.
Price: $258.91
Duration: 1 hours
Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Day trip from Lindau or any other City at Lake Constance to the TOP of the Säntis - 2502 meter Travel by luxury Limousine or Mini Van through the beautiful Appenzell region The village of Appenzell and the Canton of Appenzell Innerrhoden are situated in a singularly beautiful landscape of rolling hills.The facades of the buildings are decorated with frescoes. Ride a cogwheel train from Schwägalp to the highest mountain of the Alpstein region Admire the Swiss Alps from the Top at 2.502 m See Switzerland, Germany , Austria , Liechtenstein France and Italy all at the same Walk through sheltered viewing halls, viewing terraces, Säntisgipfel Panorama Restaurant Then visit a famous Swiss chocolatery including walking through the production and chocolate tasting Stop at the Seebühne in Bregenz - biggest floating stage in the world Enjoy commentary from your multilingual guide
Price: $332.31
Duration: 7-8 hours
Get to see the breathtaking views in a town that rests on Lake Constance, well known for its old town. You will get to see the Bavarian lion statue at the harbor entrance, a Stone lighthouse alongside the lake, the Thieves Tower and Peterskirche (Church of St. Peter). This is a private guided tour and tour timings can be amended depending on availability.
Price: $356.05
Duration: 1 hours
Discover Lindau from a different perspective on a self-guided walking experience and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in German!
Price: $6.34
Duration: 2 hours
Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour on Lindau Island incl. 1 hour Panoramic Boat Tour on Lake Constance Meet your guide in your hotel / appartment on Lindau Island Your orientation walk gives you an introduction to the town’s most famous sights and allows you to feel the island’s Mediterranean atmosphere Get local information for the best restaurants and many insider tips for your stay at the Lake • take a 1 -hour Lake Constance sightseeing cruise with your guide • Admire views of the lake, the town and the Swiss Alps from the comfort of a 161-foot yacht • Learn about local sights from your guide and listen the the stories • Enjoy snacks and drinks from the onboard bar (own expense) • Private tour itinerary can be customized to your interests
Price: $338.25
Duration: 4 hours
Our tour guides are vaccinated twice The journey leads through charming farming villages to the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen (Europe's largest waterfall) - Arrival in Laufen Castle Ride with the panoramic car to the viewing platform Start your Rhine Falls tour on the wonderful panorama path. Stay and have the opportunity to take a boat tour in the Rheinfallbacken for about 15 minutes The journey continues to the medieval town of Stein am Rhein. During a walk through the well-preserved old town, the historic half-timbered houses, which are painted with artistic frescoes, can be visited. Continue to Konstanz, the largest city and pulsating center of the four-country region of Lake Constance, with the port figure "Imperia". Guided walk through the city of Konstanz with your private guide Then take the car ferry back to Meersburg or, depending on the location of the hotel, drive through Switzerland back to your booked hotel on Lake Constance
Price: $249.23
Duration: 7-8 hours
Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Full Day Trip from/to any Hotel including guided walk in Meersburg Opportunity for visiting the fortress of Meersburg The particularly attractive situation of Meersburg, which is built on a steep vineyard right by the lake, has been attracting tourists for centuries. High above Lake Constance stands Meersburg Castle, a stone witness to medieval times and the oldest inhabited fortress in Germany. Opportunity for visiting ( minimum 30 minutes , entrance not included) Shipping Cruise to the Island of Mainau and back Visiting the flower Island of Mainau and explore the glorious colours spread across the seasons at Mainau Island. Marvel nature and linger through all gardens Experience the fantastic world of vibrant butterflies in the Butterfly House. Flower Island Mainau offers year-round beauty with 45 hectare of impressive gardens, dining and shopping. We can make stops on our way . Please let us know your favorites !
Price: $296.71
Duration: 7-8 hours
Whether you are traveling alone or with the family, the Lindau travel agency will make your stay an unforgettable experience. Let yourself be inspired by our arrangements with "All about care and travel service" for a holiday on Lake Constance. 7 nights at the Hotel Lindenallee Hotel in Lindau on Lake Constance with your own guide / tour guide and excursions in an air-conditioned vehicle and rental bikes during your entire stay at Lake Constance Travel guide by Lindau travel agency almost "all inclusive" in our programs at Lake Constance: Whether Lindau, Friedrichshafen or Konstanz or just let your mind wander: a holiday at Lake Constance is a guarantee of pure relaxation all year round. However, there is much more to experience at Lake Constance if you move away from the famous sights. Discover the highlights of Lake Constance with us:
Price: $2,020.66
Duration: 192 hours
Yoga lessons: Very personally tailored, offers support for many health problems, in any case the body loves movement and the soul can relax. Thai Yoga: A gentle, meditative form of traditional Thai massage. Adapts to the client and not the other way around. Sensitive, energizing, deeply relaxing, healthy.
Price: $77.14
Duration: 1 hours
Your guide is vaccinated 2 times ! Discover the Highlights of Lake Constance in only one day ! 3 Countries in one day ! We pick up all travelers and routing is upon starting point and can change! Choose your favorite Sightseeing points : For Example: Culture Tour including visiting the Hermann Hesse Museum and Otto Dix Museum in Gaienhofen or UNESCO World Heritage Sites Lake Constance is home to many cultural highlights including the island of Reichenau and the Stone Age pile dwellings in Unteruhldingen as well as the Abbey church Birnau A visit of the flower Island of Mainau is possible as well as visiting the old town of Constance If you are interested in technology : The Zeppelin Museum brings to life innovations in technology,l Explore the Dornier Museum which makes 100 years of existing aerospace history materialize as experience. Or explore the Highlights of Island of Lindau and Bregenz with its famous stage and cable car ride to the top of Mountain Pfänder
Price: $474.73
Duration: 7-9 hours
Guided city tour in Lindau including wine tasting - an enjoyable connection! Join us on a guided city tour through the historic old town of Lindau, the island town in Lake Constance and taste various delicious Lake Constance wines during your tour! On our tour you can enjoy the noble plants of the region in selected beautiful places in the old town and/or with a view of Lake Constance. Along the way, you will hear facts and anecdotes about Lake Constance wine. Here on Lake Constance, the vines grow predominantly on ice age weathering soils - there is nowhere else in Germany! The terroir offers ideal conditions to produce fine wines. The mild climate, Lake Constance as a heat store, the reflection of the sun’s rays on the heat-loving vineyards and, last but not least, the warm blow-dry winds from the Mediterranean ensure that excellent, award-winning wines grow on Lake Constance at an altitude of sometimes more than 500 m above sea level.
Price: $58.15
Duration: 2 hours
Lindau is on the shores of Lake Constance, one of the largest lakes in Europe, surrounded by three countries: Austria, Germany and Switzerland. The Lindau coast is magnificent with its views of the Alps. Its medieval historic center is located on an island, connected to the mainland by a road bridge and a railway. In addition to Lindau, you will also visit the waterfront of Friedrichshafen, a city that despite being small is one of the largest industrial centers in Germany.
Price: $338.25
Duration: 5-7 hours
Kurzreise Bodensee mit 2 Übernachtungen Höhepunkte am Bodensee mit Besuch der Gartenschauen in Überlingen & Lindau u.v.m. Unsere Reiseleiter sind 2 x geimpft ! Gleich zwei Highlights wecken besondere Vorfreude auf den Frühling und Sommer am Bodensee: Die Gartenschau Lindau und die Landesgartenschau in Überlingen laden zu einem Besuch ein. Tauchen Sie ein ins südländische Flair des Bodensees am Fuße der Alpen und genießen Sie das mediterrane Klima und Flair am Happy End Deutschlands Freuen Sie sich auf Deutschlands größten See, den traumhaften Bodensee 2 Übernachtungen im Doppelzimmer mit Frühstück im 3 *** Hotel Lindenalle in Lindau - idyllisch gelegen in einem großen Park Erleben Sie 2 Gartenschauen in einer Reise mit Besichtigungsprogramm von den Highlights am Bodensee - UNESCO Pfahlbauten und UNESCO Wallfahrtskirche Birnau und Besuch des Zeppelinmuseums .Zum Abschluss eine Schifffahrt auf dem Bodensee Private Tour mit eigenem Reiseleiter und allen Transfers .inklusive. Eintritt
Price: $623.09
Duration: 72 hours
There are hundreds of Christmas markets in Germany, but only one Christmas Port Market. Every year, the town of Lindau by Bodensee, also known as Lake Constance, organizes a Christmas market along the harbor promenade. The atmosphere at the harbor, the magical forest or a walk through the island is just as beloved as the musical entertainment. All with the view of the Alps in the background, as well as elaborately decorated huts. At the same time, the Christmas lights will bring us towards the market to find festive decorations, jewelry, arts, crafts as well as sweet and savory treats. A mug of Glühwein mulled wine or punch will keep you warm while we stroll around. The Christmas Island of Lindau if without a doubt worth a visit! This tour is only available during the following dates: 25 November to 19 December 2021 Any booking after or before these dates will be cancelled, due to the fact that the Christmas Markets are not open for business.
Price: $258.89
Duration: 1 hours
Guided bike tour on the Lake Constance cycle path along the Schachen shore and the picturesque villages of Wasserburg and Nonnenhorn to Friedrichshafen. Visit the harbour promenade and visit the Zeppelin Museum. Continue ES via the Zeppelin Hangar with the opportunity to have coffee and cake on the sun terrace and watch the zeppelins as they take off and land . Culturally, the hunger is now ES eradicated and follows a leisurely bike ride back through the beautiful Hinterlang, along several lakes , to Lindau on the island
Price: $153.12
Duration: 8 hours
Your guide is vaccinated 2 x ! Visit some of Bavaria’s most spectacular places on a private, full-day tour from Lindau, Friedrichshafen, Bregenz - Lake Constance Experience the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, enjoy free time to explore Marien Bridge, Alpsee, and Hohenschwangau. At Castle Neuschwanstein horse carriage ride to the castle included. Skip the line tickets for the tour Photo stop Thereafter walk to Mary´s Bridge for amazing pictures Later our tour is going to the famous Wieskirche (the church in the meadow). Wieskirche or Wies Church is one of the most important places of pilgrimage in southern Germany. Next stop is the picturesque village of Oberammergau, where the original Passion Play started in the 1634 period. This little historic village is famous for wood carving and for many House paintings and more. Late afternoon driving back along the German Alp road to your hotel at the Lake Constance area.
Price: $563.74
Duration: 8-10 hours
Your guide is vaccinated twice ! Great Alps Tour from Lake Constance to the glaciers of the Silvretta Enjoy a beautiful day trip on the Austrian panoramic Silvretta High Alpine road With a guaranteed window seat, you can sit back and relax as you enjoy the incredible views. Your professional driver will provide expert commentary along the way. Explore the following attractions in just one day : • Montafon • Silvretta Alpine Road • Bihler Hoehe • Silvretta Reservoir • St Anton
Price: $498.47
Duration: 8-10 hours
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Local Food & Cuisine
Lindau’s cuisine reflects Bavarian and Swabian influences, featuring hearty dishes such as fresh lake fish (like perch and whitefish), sausages, and pretzels. Signature dishes include “Fischknusperle” (crispy fried fish) and “Käsespätzle” (cheese noodles). Dining customs emphasize fresh, local ingredients and convivial meals. Noteworthy restaurants include Gasthof Alte Post, known for traditional Bavarian fare, and Restaurant Zum Cavazzen, offering fine dining with lake views.
Getting Around
Lindau is accessible by train via Lindau Hauptbahnhof, which connects to Munich, Zurich, and other major cities. The town is also reachable by car and regional buses. Local transportation includes buses and walking, as the island’s compact size makes it pedestrian-friendly. Bicycle rentals are common for exploring the area. Parking is available near the harbor and train station, but can be limited during peak seasons. Costs for local transport are moderate, with day passes available.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is from May to September for pleasant weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes, light layers, and rain gear. Respect local customs such as greeting with a handshake and punctuality. Lindau is generally very safe, but standard travel precautions apply. Credit cards are widely accepted, though some smaller shops prefer cash. ATMs are readily available. Learning a few basic German phrases can enhance your experience.
Culture & Customs
Lindau’s culture is influenced by Bavarian traditions, emphasizing hospitality, respect, and community. Social customs include polite greetings and formal address in shops and restaurants. Important local events include the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings and the Lake Constance Festival. Visitors should be mindful of quiet hours in residential areas and dress modestly when visiting churches. Recycling and environmental care are important local values.
