🇩🇪 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Haus See- und Alpenblick
📍 Regenerstraße 8, 88045 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Your stay — Haus See- und Alpenblick
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The Property — Haus See- und Alpenblick
Haus See- und Alpenblick is a three-star guesthouse perched on the hillside above Friedrichshafen, offering uninterrupted views across the Bodensee to the Swiss Alps. The lobby smells of wood polish and coffee, with a worn parquet floor and a rack of local hiking maps free to take. It suits independent travellers or couples who want a clean, quiet base with a balcony view rather than hotel facilities. The USP is the panorama: you can watch the sunset over the lake without leaving your room.
Chronicles of Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen grew from a fishing village into an industrial hub after King Friedrich I of Württemberg granted it city rights in 1811. The Zeppelin airship was built here from 1900, and the city was rebuilt after heavy bombing in 1944 left 90% of the centre destroyed. Today the skyline mixes 1950s functional blocks, the restored neo-Gothic town hall, and the modern aluminium-clad Zeppelin Museum. Its cultural identity is split between aviation heritage and the quiet lake-side resort life that draws families and retirees.
Best Time to Visit
Full Friedrichshafen guide →Best months
June–September: warmest lake water for swimming, reliably sunny days, and the full programme of harbour ferries and mountain cable cars.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by school holidays and the International Bodensee Festival (music, sailing regattas). Hotel prices double or triple; book by January.
Budget shoulder season
May and late September: still pleasant (15–22 °C), cheaper by 30–50%, fewer crowds, and the autumn colour on the hills is a bonus.
Weather & packing
The lake can create sudden afternoon thunderstorms even on clear mornings. Pack a light waterproof jacket with a hood, plus a warm layer for evening lake breezes.
Live City Briefing — Friedrichshafen
- The Friedrichshafen ferry terminal is undergoing a two-year refurbishment until summer 2027; pedestrian access to the catamaran to Konstanz is routed via a temporary bridge – allow 10 extra minutes to reach the dock.
- A new e-bike rental station opened in April 2026 at the train station, run by the city's tourism board with 40 bikes available via the 'StadtRad' app.
- The Uferpromenade lakeside path is fully open after winter flood damage repairs, but the section between the harbour and the Zeppelin Museum has new traffic-calming measures – watch for shared cycle-pedestrian zones.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Haus See- und Alpenblick, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the top (third) floor facing away from Bahnhofstraße. The top floor minimises footfall noise from above, and rooms at the rear overlook the garden or quieter side streets. Ask specifically for a 'rear-facing room on the third floor' – staff often hold these for quiet-seekers.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing Bahnhofstraße, especially on the first and second floors. Bahnhofstraße is a main road with bus and traffic noise, and lower floors pick up street-level bustle from the station area. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the small lift on any floor – it’s audible when in use.
Best views
Front-facing rooms (third floor) have a partial lake view (Lake Constance) over rooftops. Rear-facing rooms see the garden and the Alps on clear days. Neither is vast – Friedrichshafen is a town, not a mountain resort – but the rear Alps view is more peaceful.
Quietest floors
Third floor is the quietest (top floor, no footsteps above). Second floor is moderate. First floor can pick up street noise and some lobby sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
Key noise sources: (1) Bahnhofstraße traffic – buses from 6am, cars until late. (2) Train station activity (Friedrichshafen Stadt is a 3-min walk) – announcements and engine idling. (3) Breakfast room on ground floor around 7-9am. (4) Lift motor – audible in adjacent rooms.
Insider tips
1. Park on-site if you can – €8/night is a steal for Friedrichshafen centre, but arrive before 3pm to snag one of the 10 spaces. Otherwise, use Parkhaus Friedrichshafen Zentrum (Karlstraße 12) for €12/24h – it’s a 5-min walk and always has space. 2. Request a 'Gartenseite' (garden-side) room at booking – they’re quieter and often have a small balcony. No extra charge.
- 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 — Haus See- und Alpenblick
Free Wi-Fi throughout (30 Mbps down, adequate for streaming); simple login via password given at check-in, no time limit
One small lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newsstand via PressReader in lobby tablet; no physical newspapers; the hotel has a small historic annex (built 1920) with original wooden staircase, now used as breakfast area
Check-in 14:00-20:00; early bag drop available from 11:00 at reception (free); late check-out until 12:00 free, after charge of €20 upon request and subject to availability
Free storage at reception for day of arrival/departure; no fee, no coin lockers
Step-free access via side ramp to main entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms; no grab rails in standard bathrooms; wheelchair-friendly public areas
On-site outdoor parking: €8 per night (unreserved, 10 spaces); nearest public car park: 'Parkhaus Friedrichshafen Zentrum' at Karlstraße 12, 88045, €12 for 24h (5-min walk); no EV charging on-site; public charging at 'Shell Station' 500m away
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night (city tax), plus €1.00 per person per night for tourism association fee; mandatory, payable at check-in for 1 night stay for 2 adults = €9.00 total
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee; incidental hold of €50 per room at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Gedenkkapelle (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Atrium — 735 m · ~9 min walk
Waldspielplatz Schützenweg — 343 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Sparkasse Bodensee — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Waldhornapotheke — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
MBG — 953 m · ~12 min walk
Friedrichshafen Landratsamt — 812 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges as they charge poor rates and high fees.
Cards accepted almost everywhere; contactless and mobile pay common in shops, restaurants, and transport.
Round up the bill or leave 10% in restaurants; tip taxi drivers a few euros; hotel staff appreciated with €1-2 per bag or per day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee at a bakery or kiosk around €2-3.
A bakery sandwich or currywurst at a snack stand for €5-7.
A main course at an average restaurant, like a schnitzel or pasta, for €12-15.
Döner kebab, bratwurst, or pizza by the slice from stands near the waterfront or market square.
Aldi, Lidl, Netto, and Rewe are common budget supermarkets.
H&M, C&A, and Primark for affordable high-street basics; occasional market stalls for casual wear.
A day ticket for bus services around the city and to the Bodensee ferry costs about €6-7; from Friedrichshafen Airport take bus 7593 or a train for €3-4 single.
Buy a Bodensee Card for free ferry and museum entry if staying several days; shop at Aldi/Lidl for picnic supplies; eat lunch specials (Mittagstisch) which are cheaper than dinner.
Good to know — Friedrichshafen
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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 Haus See- und Alpenblick
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Sparkasse Bodensee — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Waldhornapotheke — 1.8 km · ~22 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 Haus See- und Alpenblick?
Request a room on the top (third) floor facing away from Bahnhofstraße. The top floor minimises footfall noise from above, and rooms at the rear overlook the garden or quieter side streets. Ask specifically for a 'rear-facing room on the third floor' – staff often hold these for quiet-seekers.
Which rooms should I avoid at Haus See- und Alpenblick?
Avoid rooms facing Bahnhofstraße, especially on the first and second floors. Bahnhofstraße is a main road with bus and traffic noise, and lower floors pick up street-level bustle from the station area. Also avoid rooms adjacent to the small lift on any floor – it’s audible when in use.
Is Haus See- und Alpenblick noisy?
Key noise sources: (1) Bahnhofstraße traffic – buses from 6am, cars until late. (2) Train station activity (Friedrichshafen Stadt is a 3-min walk) – announcements and engine idling. (3) Breakfast room on ground floor around 7-9am. (4) Lift motor – audible in adjacent rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Haus See- und Alpenblick?
Front-facing rooms (third floor) have a partial lake view (Lake Constance) over rooftops. Rear-facing rooms see the garden and the Alps on clear days. Neither is vast – Friedrichshafen is a town, not a mountain resort – but the rear Alps view is more peaceful.
What are insider tips for staying at Haus See- und Alpenblick?
1. Park on-site if you can – €8/night is a steal for Friedrichshafen centre, but arrive before 3pm to snag one of the 10 spaces. Otherwise, use Parkhaus Friedrichshafen Zentrum (Karlstraße 12) for €12/24h – it’s a 5-min walk and always has space. 2. Request a 'Gartenseite' (garden-side) room at booking – they’re quieter and often have a small balcony. No extra charge.
What time is check-in at Haus See- und Alpenblick?
Check-in at Haus See- und Alpenblick is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Haus See- und Alpenblick have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (30 Mbps down, adequate for streaming); simple login via password given at check-in, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Haus See- und Alpenblick?
€3.50 per person per night (city tax), plus €1.00 per person per night for tourism association fee; mandatory, payable at check-in for 1 night stay for 2 adults = €9.00 total
Where can I eat cheaply near Haus See- und Alpenblick?
A bakery sandwich or currywurst at a snack stand for €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Haus See- und Alpenblick?
A day ticket for bus services around the city and to the Bodensee ferry costs about €6-7; from Friedrichshafen Airport take bus 7593 or a train for €3-4 single.
When is the best time to visit Friedrichshafen?
June–September: warmest lake water for swimming, reliably sunny days, and the full programme of harbour ferries and mountain cable cars.
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.