Konstanz 3-Day Itinerary

The oldest part of Konstanz, with cobbled alleys, half-timbered houses, and the medieval Rheintorturm gate. No entry fee to wander the streets and find murals and courtyards.

🕐 Always open (public streets)

💡 Aim for the 'Haus zur Kunkel' at Niederburgerstrasse 19—a well-preserved 14th-century house with a free exhibition on its history. Quietest on weekday mornings.

A public rooftop plaza on top of the main shopping mall, with panoramic views over Lake Constance and the Alps. Free to access via the lifts or stairs. No need to buy anything.

🕐 10am-8pm Monday-Saturday, closed Sunday

💡 Go just before sunset for the best light on the lake and mountains. There are a few benches and you can see the Imperia statue clearly from above.

Waaghaus · ££

Temple of Music · ££

The oldest part of town, with narrow cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, and the remains of the medieval city wall. Free to wander.

🕐 Accessible 24/7

💡 Take the path along the old city wall (Stadtmauer) from Schnetztor to Rheintorturm – it's quiet and gives you a genuine sense of medieval Konstanz.

A grand Romanesque and Gothic cathedral with a tall tower. Climbing the 200+ steps costs a few euros, but the main church interior and its impressive Romanesque crypt are free to enter.

🕐 9am-6pm daily (tower hours vary, fee applies)

💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid tour groups. The choir stalls have intricate medieval carvings worth a close look.

A towering medieval cathedral with Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Climb the spire for panoramic views of the lake and town.

🕐 Daily 10:00-18:00, spire closes 30 min earlier

💡 The spire climb costs a few euros, but the main church interior and crypt are free. Go early to avoid queues.

A 9-metre rotating statue of a courtesan holding two figures at the harbour entrance. Built for the 1993 garden show, it’s now the city’s most photographed spot.

🕐 Always visible; no entry required.

💡 Go at sunset for good light and fewer crowds. The view back toward the old town from the harbour wall is better than the statue itself.

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Restaurant Wessenberg

A 9-metre rotating statue at the harbour entrance, depicting a courtesan holding two naked men—a satirical nod to the Council of Constance. Best viewed from the

💡 Go at sunrise or dusk for photos without crowds; the statue rotates fully every 4 minutes, so wait for the best angle.

A flat, well-maintained walkway along the Rhine between the Untersee and Obersee. Benches, old trees, and views of the water traffic and Swiss shore.

💡 Bring a picnic and sit near the Schänzle peninsula – it's less crowded than the main promenade and has a small beach area.

A walking path along the Rhine river where it flows out of Lake Constance. Benches, lawns and views across to the Swiss shore. Free and open all the time.

💡 Best at sunset when the lake turns pink. Bring a coffee from a nearby café and sit on the steps near the Imperia statue.

A flat, scenic riverside walk along the Rhine linking the Upper and Lower Lakes. Perfect for a stroll, bike ride, or picnic with views of the Swiss Alps.

💡 Bring binoculars to spot cormorants and grebes. The path continues to the historic Rhine bridge.

Voglhaus

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