Christmas Magic at Lake Constance

1.Winter Magic Mainau | Germany
Enjoy the wintry landscape of the island of Mainau on a leisurely stroll through the sleeping gardens. Two warm places invite you to linger: the Butterfly House and the Palm House. Explore the new boutique winter market in the Baroque castle courtyard. 

Experience time: 2 hours

2. Christmas market on Lake Constance | Germany
The largest Christmas market on Lake Constance stretches from the historic old town to the harbour. One particularity is the “Christmas ship”. Once aboard, the trip through the city of stalls couldn’t be more atmospheric. 

Experience time: 2-4 hours

3. Advent Cruises with the Bodensee Schiffsbetriebe | Germany
Starting from Constance or Lindau enjoy a festive, two-hour cruise accompanied by holiday music, Santa Claus, and a cup of coffee and cake. 

Experience time: 2 hours

4. Christmas Market Singen | Germany
A harmonious ensemble of wooden huts is complemented by a lovingly designed children's area, which is also made of wood. The centerpiece is a historic horse-drawn carousel that exudes nostalgic charm. A festively decorated tree at the entrance sets a glamorous accent and invites visitors into this atmospheric setting.

Experience time: 2 hours

5. Märlistadt | Switzerland 
Follow the fairytale trail with lovingly decorated shop windows that lead through Stein am Rhein. Diverse food and drink stalls invite you to linger in the medieval town. The unique ambience on the town hall square and the cobbled alleyways is a scene out of a winter fairytale.

Experience time: 2-3 hours

6. The City of Stars St.Gallen | Switzerland
The St.Gallen Stellar City is unique in Switzerland. 700 stars illuminate the city center and immerse the old town in a mystical ambiance, a very special experience for every visitor!

Experience time: 2-3 hours

7. The Princerly Christmas Market | Pricipality of Liechtenstein
Enchanting Christmas amidst a wintry mountainous wonderland with almost 80 christmas stands. Enjoy unique views of the Liechtenstein Princely Castle from the heart of Vaduz old town. 

Experience time: 2-4 hours

8. Christmas Markets, Vorarlberg | Austria
The Christmas market in the town centre of Bregenz is open throughout the entire Advent season. In Dornbirn, the large marketplace is filled by numerous stalls during the season. The medieval town of Feldkirch is also filled with an atmosphere befitting these special times. 

Experience time: 2-4 hours

9. Vorarlberg Lines Advent Cruise | Austria
Get into the Christmas spirit with Vorarlberg Lines. Before you get on board our comfortably heated Christmas Ship, a trip to the two Christmas Markets in Bregenz should not be missed. Crowning the event is the beautiful ride to Lindau. 

Experience time: 0.75 hours 

10. Lindau Harbour Christmas | Germany
Nowhere can Christmas market fans find their heart’s desire in such a relaxed manner and nowhere is the scenery more romantic: on the very shore of Lake Constance with the Alpine panorama shimmering in the distance. 

Experience time: 2-4 hours

11. Lake Constance Christmas, Friedrichshafen | Germany 
In December, Christmas magic fills the cosy village of chalets on the Buchhornplatz in Friedrichshafen on the very shore of Lake Constance. With its lifesize nativity scene, the market is the perfect place to take a stroll, shop and enjoy against the backdrop of the stunning scenery of Lake Constance.

Experience time: 2-4 hours

12. Überlingen Christmas Market | Germany 
A contemplative, pre-Christmas atmosphere prevails at the Überlingen Christmas market. Lovingly decorated wooden stalls, Christmas music, craft activities including a Christmas post office and much more enrich the program.

Experience time: 2-3 hours

Overnight stays: 5 nights

Travel information: The transfer between the different stages can be undertaken with your own car/coach or by public transport (rail and bus).