🇩🇪 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Ferienwohnung Bachmann
📍 Friedrichshafen
Your stay — Ferienwohnung Bachmann
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The Property — Ferienwohnung Bachmann
Ferienwohnung Bachmann is a no-fuss, self-catering apartment block near the lakefront. It suits independent travellers who want a clean base without hotel frills — think efficient check-in, a small kitchenette, and a quiet residential street. The lobby is more a functional entrance than a lounge; you come here to sleep and cook, not to hang out.
Chronicles of Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen grew up around its harbour on Lake Constance, gaining city rights in 1811 under King Friedrich I of Württemberg. The Zeppelin airships were built here from 1900, putting the town on the map until the industry collapsed after the Hindenburg disaster in 1937. Allied bombing levelled much of the old centre in World War II, so its architecture is mostly post-war functional. Today it’s a mid-sized tech hub (ZF Friedrichshafen, MTU) and a gateway for lake cruises and Alpine views.
Best Time to Visit
Full Friedrichshafen guide →Best months
June to August: reliable 22–28°C days, swimming in the Bodensee, and full ferry schedules. July and August are prime for lake activities but hotels fill up.
Peak / festival surge
July into early August is the peak season, driven by school holidays across Germany and neighbouring countries. Hotel prices can double compared to May, and the city’s biggest event, the Aero Friedrichshafen airshow (usually April), doesn’t affect summer rates much. Book at least two months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are ideal for budget: temperatures 15–22°C, thinner crowds, and hotel rates roughly 30% lower than July. The lake is still pleasant for sailing and cycling.
Weather & packing
Friedrichshafen sits in a rain shadow from the Alps, but lake-effect drizzle can still sweep in suddenly. Pack a waterproof jacket and sturdy walking shoes even on hot days — you’ll need them for a late-afternoon squall or a shore-side tramp.
Live City Briefing — Friedrichshafen
- Friedrichshafen’s harbour renovation is complete, with a new pedestrian promenade and bike lanes linking the ferry terminal to the Zeppelin Museum.
- The city’s public transport (Stadtbus Friedrichshafen) now runs electric buses on all main routes; check for route adjustments on the A1 line during summer events.
- Lake Constance’s water levels are expected to be normal for July 2026, so all ferry services (including the catamaran to Lindau) run without interruption.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ferienwohnung Bachmann, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th floor) facing the garden or courtyard side. These offer better privacy and less street noise, as Friedrichshafen's city street can carry occasional traffic sound.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They are directly exposed to pedestrian and vehicle noise, and may also suffer from proximity to the entrance or breakfast area.
Best views
Rooms facing the garden or rear courtyard give you green or residential views; upper-floor street-facing rooms might offer a glimpse of Lake Constance or the northern Alps on clear days (not guaranteed, but worth asking).
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — above street level, away from the ground-floor bustle, and likely under a less-used roof.
🔊 Noise notes
In Friedrichshafen, street noise from the main road can be noticeable on the front side, especially during weekday rush hours (7-9am, 4-6pm). Weekend evenings may have some restaurant/pub chatter. There's no lift here — request a low floor if you have heavy luggage.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a late checkout if possible; the hotel often allows it on weekdays when bookings are light. 2) Parking is limited — email ahead to reserve a spot or use the free on-street parking 200m west on Eichenstraße.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Ferienwohnung Bachmann
Free Wi-Fi (VDSL, ~50 Mbps; no login needed – open network)
No lift – first-floor apartment accessed via stairs only (no ground-floor unit available)
Free digital newspaper via PressReader app (code at check-in); no physical papers delivered
Check-in from 15:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 12:00 upon request; late check-out until 12:00 for €25 (subject to availability)
Free baggage storage on request (no locked room; left in reception area)
Step-free access possible via ramp at side entrance (call ahead); no wheelchair-accessible bathroom or shower – shower is a step-in tub
Free on-street parking in front of building (first-come, first-served); nearest public car park is Parkhaus Friedrichshafen (€1.50/hour, €12/24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Tourist tax €2.50 per person per night (over 18; no tax for children under 18)
Deposit & card hold: 20% advance deposit required to confirm booking; at check-in, a €100 card hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Friedenskapelle Hofen St. Johannes von Nepomuk (743 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Schlosskirche (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Petrus-Canisius (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Mosque: Camii Moschee (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Edeka-Baur-Einkaufszentrum — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Karl-Maybach-Platz — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Schulmuseum — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Atrium — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Spielplatz Bödeleweg — 404 m · ~5 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 448 m · ~6 min walk
Nestle-Apotheke — 565 m · ~7 min walk
Shell Select — 191 m · ~2 min walk
Friedrichshafen Landratsamt — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaus at Friedrichshafen Airport or tourist offices as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards and contactless payments (including Apple/Google Pay) are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels. Smaller cash-only spots exist in markets, so keep some euros handy.
Round up restaurant bills or tip 5-10% for good service. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag for porters, and leave €1-2 per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A regular filter coffee or cappuccino at a bakery or café costs around €2.50-3.50.
A lunch special at a bakery or Imbiss (snack stand) like a sandwich or soup costs €5-8.
A main course at a casual restaurant or pizzeria costs about €10-15.
Look for Imbiss stalls and market stands near the harbour or main square for sausages (Bratwurst), Döner kebabs, and Flammkuchen.
Discount supermarkets like Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are common and cheap for essentials.
For affordable clothing, head to the C&A store or the Seemax shopping centre; market stalls sometimes sell basics on weekends.
A single bus ticket within the city costs around €2.50; a day pass for unlimited rides is about €5.50. From the airport, take bus 12/14 to the city centre for €2.80.
Buy a BodenseeCard for free or reduced entry to museums and attractions. Eat at bakery chains for cheap breakfasts. Walk or cycle: the city is compact and bike rentals are affordable.
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Friedrichshafen, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ferienwohnung Bachmann
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 448 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Nestle-Apotheke — 565 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Ferienwohnung Haus Wieland, Friedrichshafen
💡 Book via the free 'Taxi Friedrichshafen' app to lock in a fixed price and avoid surge fees; drivers often accept card payment, but carry €5-€10 in cash just in case.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen → Buchhornplatz (5 min walk to Hotel Wurster)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine at the airport stop. The bus runs via the city centre; hop off at Buchhornplatz and walk east along Friedrichstraße.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen → Friedrichstraße (2 min walk to Hotel Wurster)
💡 Use the 'DB Navigator' app for real-time schedules. The tram stop 'Friedrichstraße' puts you directly on the pedestrian zone; Hotel Wurster is opposite the church.
Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof (main station) → Gästehaus Uezel (stop: Eckenerstraße)
💡 Check the timetable at the station — Line 3 runs direct but Line 12 requires a change at 'Riedlehof'. A day ticket for €5.60 covers unlimited rides and the ferry.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) bus stop 'Flughafen' → Ferienwohnung Haus Wieland, Friedrichshafen (stop 'Ailingen Mitte' or 'Mangold' depending on exact address)
💡 Get the 'Deutschlandticket' (€49/month) from the SWH app if you're staying more than a few days; it covers all local buses and regional trains. Single-ticket valid for 90 minutes of transfers.
Flughafen Friedrichshafen (bus stop at terminal) → Friedrichshafen Stadt station (walk 600m to hotel)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the machine (exact coins needed) or use the BodenseeMobil app. Get off at 'Friedrichshafen Stadion' stop instead — it's a 5-min walk closer to Gästehaus Uezel.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Gästehaus Uezel, Eckenerstraße 2a
💡 Taxis queue outside arrivals; confirm price before getting in. Airport taxis are pricier than pre-booking with a local firm like Taxi Friedrichshafen.
Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH) → Hotel Wurster
💡 Book with Taxi-Zentrale Friedrichshafen (+49 7541 27000) for a fixed price of €25. Credit cards accepted but confirm in advance.
Friedrichshafen Hafenbahnhof → Hotel Wurster (5 min walk from station)
💡 If arriving by train, exit at Friedrichshafen Stadt station instead of the main Hbf — it’s closer to the hotel. S-Bahn tickets are valid for the whole Bodensee region.
Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof → Friedrichshafen Airport station (via shuttle bus – 2 mins)
💡 Only useful if you're connecting to a train further north (like Ulm). The airport shuttle bus from the station to the terminal is free with a valid train ticket — just show it to the driver.
Friedrichshafen Flughafen station (connected to airport terminal) → Friedrichshafen Hauptbahnhof (then connect to bus to Ailingen)
💡 This train runs along the lake; sit on the right side heading into town for panoramic Bodensee views. Validate your ticket at the small blue machine on the platform before boarding.
Friedrichshafen Hafen (pier 1) – 10-minute walk from airport → Ailingen ferry terminal (seasonal stop) – then bus to Haus Wieland
💡 A scenic option only in summer—buy the 'Seeweg' combo ticket at the Hafen ticket booth for tram+bus at €8 total. The walk from the airport pier is alongside the runway, so keep off the tarmac.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th floor) facing the garden or courtyard side. These offer better privacy and less street noise, as Friedrichshafen's city street can carry occasional traffic sound.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
Avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street. They are directly exposed to pedestrian and vehicle noise, and may also suffer from proximity to the entrance or breakfast area.
Is Ferienwohnung Bachmann noisy?
In Friedrichshafen, street noise from the main road can be noticeable on the front side, especially during weekday rush hours (7-9am, 4-6pm). Weekend evenings may have some restaurant/pub chatter. There's no lift here — request a low floor if you have heavy luggage.
Which rooms have the best views at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
Rooms facing the garden or rear courtyard give you green or residential views; upper-floor street-facing rooms might offer a glimpse of Lake Constance or the northern Alps on clear days (not guaranteed, but worth asking).
What are insider tips for staying at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
1) Ask for a late checkout if possible; the hotel often allows it on weekdays when bookings are light. 2) Parking is limited — email ahead to reserve a spot or use the free on-street parking 200m west on Eichenstraße.
What time is check-in at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
Check-in at Ferienwohnung Bachmann is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ferienwohnung Bachmann have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi (VDSL, ~50 Mbps; no login needed – open network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
Tourist tax €2.50 per person per night (over 18; no tax for children under 18)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
A lunch special at a bakery or Imbiss (snack stand) like a sandwich or soup costs €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ferienwohnung Bachmann?
A single bus ticket within the city costs around €2.50; a day pass for unlimited rides is about €5.50. From the airport, take bus 12/14 to the city centre for €2.80.
When is the best time to visit Friedrichshafen?
June to August: reliable 22–28°C days, swimming in the Bodensee, and full ferry schedules. July and August are prime for lake activities but hotels fill up.
Top Attractions in Friedrichshafen
💡 Head north past the marina to the quieter Buchhorn beach – less crowded than the main waterfront, with shallow water for a paddle.
💡 Walk east past the ferry terminal for quieter spots with fewer crowds. Best at sunset.
💡 Head east past the marina around 6pm to catch the sunset behind the Swiss Alps — less crowded than the main beach.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit near the Graf Zeppelin monument at sunset for the best light. Free public WC at the harbour end.
💡 Visit on Wednesday or Saturday morning for the farmers' market — grab a Brezel from the bakery stall around 11am before the lunch rush.
💡 Bring binoculars on a clear day to spot the Pfänder mountain cable car in Bregenz across the lake.
💡 Check the schedule for free organ concerts on summer Saturday afternoons. Sit in the back pew for the best acoustics.
💡 Come on Saturday morning for the market — grab a fresh pretzel from the stall near the fountain and watch the town come alive. Free, no entry needed.