🇩🇪 Friedrichshafen, Germany
Fairschlafen am See
📍 Friedrichshafen
A sua permanência — Fairschlafen am See
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A propriedade — Fairschlafen am See
Fairschlafen am See is a relaxed, no-nonsense 3-star right on the lakeside promenade. The lobby feels like a cross between a cosy reading room and a bicycle depot, with wooden floors, a log burner in winter, and racks for guests’ hire bikes. It suits independent travellers who want decent beds, lake views from the front-facing rooms, and direct access to the harbour without paying for a spa or restaurant they won't use.
Crónicas de Friedrichshafen
Friedrichshafen grew around its 19th-century harbour and the Zeppelin airship industry, which still defines its skyline and museum. Heavily bombed in 1944, the city was rebuilt in sober 1950s functionalism, giving it a utilitarian grid that contrasts with the ornate old towns of other Lake Constance ports. Today it balances aerospace engineering (Airbus, MTU) with lakeside tourism, and its annual Aero Expo draws aviation crowds from across Europe.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Friedrichshafen →Melhores meses
June, July, August — reliable 20-26°C warmth, long daylight (nearly 16 hours), and the lake is swimmable. Crowds build but are manageable outside the July-August school holidays.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak, driven by German and Swiss school holidays plus the Friedrichshafen Stadtfest (late July). Hotel prices jump 30-50% above shoulder rates; book by March for reasonable availability.
Orçamento da temporada
Late May and September offer 15-22°C, still sunny but with fewer tourists. Room rates drop 20-30% and the promenade is quieter. Bring a jacket for evening breezes.
Tempo e embalagem
Lake Constance generates sudden, thick fog even in summer — the famous 'Bodennebel' can roll in within 20 minutes. Pack a light waterproof shell and a mid-layer regardless of the forecast.
Livro City Briefing — Friedrichshafen
- The Friedrichshafen Stadtfest runs 24-27 July 2026 with lakefront stages and extended ferry services; expect road closures along the Uferpromenade.
- New e-bike rental stations have been installed at the harbour and next to the hotel's bike racks — pay via the 'Stadtrad' app, no deposit needed.
- The Zeppelin Museum is closed for interior works until August 2026, but its external exhibition ‘Zeppelin: Technik & Träume’ is open in a tent on the harbourside.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fairschlafen am See, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor (the only floor with wide doorways) for easier access, but note that the bathroom is not adapted. If you prioritize a quieter stay, consider requesting a room at the back of the ground floor, away from Klufterstrasse.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the upper floors (2nd and 3rd) if you have mobility issues, as they are only accessible by stairs.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of at Fairschlafen am See, as it's a converted villa in a residential area.
Quietest floors
The ground floor is likely the quietest, as it's away from the street noise on Klufterstrasse.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is located on a busy street, Klufterstrasse, which may generate some traffic noise.
Insider tips
Be aware that on-site parking is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot or consider using the nearby public garage for €4 more per night. If you're checking in late, call ahead to arrange for late check-in, as the hotel's reception hours are not specified.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Fairschlafen am See
Free Wi-Fi throughout (5–10 Mbps downstream, stable; login via room number and surname; no time limits)
No lift – the hotel is a 3-storey converted villa; all guest rooms accessible only by stairs
No physical newspapers; free digital access to 20 local and national German titles via tablet in breakfast room
Check-in from 15:00 – 22:00 daily; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 13:00 costs €25 (subject to availability)
Free storage in locked luggage room behind reception for same-day arrivals/departures
No step-free access – the main entrance has three steps; one ground-floor room with wide doorways but no adapted bathroom
On-site unsecured street parking: €8 per night (first come, first served, about 12 spots); nearest public garage is Parkhaus Friedrichshafen Mitte (€12 per night, 5-min walk); no EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory, adults only; children under 18 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for direct bookings; incidental hold of €50 on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary nas proximidades
- Church: St. Columban (921 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Königreichsaal Jehovas Zeugen (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Nikolaus (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: St. Petrus-Canisius (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Estilo de vida e recreação local
Edeka-Baur-Einkaufszentrum — 826 m · ~10 min walk
Karl-Olga-Park — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
ZF Forum — 801 m · ~10 min walk
Spielplatz Östliche Uferstraße — 337 m · ~4 min walk
5 minutos de rádio essencial
Nearest — 913 m · ~11 min walk
Apotheke am Hafen — 943 m · ~12 min walk
Al Homsi — 336 m · ~4 min walk
ZOB Hafenbahnhof — 787 m · ~10 min walk
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Most visitors withdraw cash from ATMs (Geldautomaten) using a debit card; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or train station — they give poor rates. Banks in the town centre offer better rates for cash exchange.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, supermarkets, and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) work in most places. Smaller shops and bakeries may prefer cash, so carry some coins and small notes.
Rounding up the bill is standard — e.g., for a €12.50 meal, pay €14. For good service, add 5–10% in restaurants. Taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the next euro. Hotel housekeeping: €1–2 per night left in the room.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee (Kaffee) at a bakery or café costs about €2–2.50; a cappuccino or latte is around €3–3.50.
A hearty bowl of soup with bread or a daily special at a bistro or brewery: around €8–10.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant (e.g., schnitzel or pasta) costs €12–16.
The weekly farmers' market (Wednesday and Saturday morning at the harbour) has cheap bratwurst, Flammkuchen, and grilled fish — about €4–7.
Lidl, Aldi, and Netto are the main discount supermarkets in Friedrichshafen, with Rewe and Edeka slightly pricier but more selection.
For affordable clothing, check the C&A or H&M in the SeeCenter shopping mall; second-hand shops (e.g., Die Kleiderkiste) are also worth a look.
A single bus ticket in Friedrichshafen: about €2.50. A day ticket valid for the whole city: €5–6. From Friedrichshafen Airport, take bus line 758 or 759 to the city centre — about €2.50 one-way.
Buy a BodenseeCard or Gästekarte for free or discounted ferry crossings and museum entry. Plan grocery runs at Aldi/Lidl rather than eating out for every meal. Walk or cycle instead of taking the bus — the city is compact and flat.
É bom saber — 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 Fairschlafen am See
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 913 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Apotheke am Hafen — 943 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Fairschlafen am See?
Request a room on the ground floor (the only floor with wide doorways) for easier access, but note that the bathroom is not adapted. If you prioritize a quieter stay, consider requesting a room at the back of the ground floor, away from Klufterstrasse.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fairschlafen am See?
Avoid rooms on the upper floors (2nd and 3rd) if you have mobility issues, as they are only accessible by stairs.
Is Fairschlafen am See noisy?
The hotel is located on a busy street, Klufterstrasse, which may generate some traffic noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Fairschlafen am See?
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of at Fairschlafen am See, as it's a converted villa in a residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Fairschlafen am See?
Be aware that on-site parking is limited, so arrive early to secure a spot or consider using the nearby public garage for €4 more per night. If you're checking in late, call ahead to arrange for late check-in, as the hotel's reception hours are not specified.
What time is check-in at Fairschlafen am See?
Check-in at Fairschlafen am See is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fairschlafen am See have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout (5–10 Mbps downstream, stable; login via room number and surname; no time limits)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fairschlafen am See?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory, adults only; children under 18 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Fairschlafen am See?
A hearty bowl of soup with bread or a daily special at a bistro or brewery: around €8–10.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Fairschlafen am See?
A single bus ticket in Friedrichshafen: about €2.50. A day ticket valid for the whole city: €5–6. From Friedrichshafen Airport, take bus line 758 or 759 to the city centre — about €2.50 one-way.
When is the best time to visit Friedrichshafen?
June, July, August — reliable 20-26°C warmth, long daylight (nearly 16 hours), and the lake is swimmable. Crowds build but are manageable outside the July-August school holidays.
Principais atrações em 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.