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Rhine Falls with massive water spray and Laufen Castle on green hilltop. A red tourist boat navigates the turquoise water below the falls.

Short Cycling Break to the Rhine Falls and to Constance

Round trip via Schaffhausen and Überlingen

Rhine Falls with massive water spray and Laufen Castle on green hilltop. A red tourist boat navigates the turquoise water below the falls.

This short cycling break to the Rhine Falls and to Constance is specially conceived for guests who do not have a lot of free time. After your arrival you begin cycling straightaway. You explore the western side of Lake Constance and cycle through very attractive landscapes which once fascinated Otto Dix and Hermann Hesse. The volcanic mountains of the Hegau, Europe’s largest waterfall and numerous medieval villages and towns characterise this tour. If you have further to travel to reach the starting point of the trip, you can book extra nights at the start or end of the trip, so that you can enjoy a stress-free arrival and departure.

Constance – Rhine Falls – Constance

  • Europe‘s largest waterfall
  • Höri pensinsula
  • pilgrimage church Birnau

Facts & Map

  • Booking code
    DE-BORKU-04X
  • Accommodation level
    national 3* level
  • Duration
    4 days / 3 nights
  • Arrival days
    Daily
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English, Dutch, French, Italian, Spanish
  • Note
    Luggage must be dropped off at our office by 10 a.m. If you have a longer journey to reach Constance, we are more than happy to book an extra night for you.
  • Parking information
    Fenced parking at our office, cost 49 € / trip, must be booked and paid in advance.
    Free parking on public streets. Parking garages (Fischmarkt, Dammgasse, Lago, Altstadt, Benediktinerplatz), cost approx. 25 € / day.

Map - Short Cycling Break to the Rhine Falls and to Constance

Itinerary

Day 1

Individual arrival, Constance – Schaffhausen

approx. 50 km

In the morning, you will be required to drop off your luggage at our office by 10:00 AM before embarking on a scenic cycle along the southern Swiss shores of Lake Constance, heading towards Stein am Rhein. Along the way, you will pass notable landmarks such as Arenenberg Castle and the Werd Monastery Island, while cycling through charming fishing villages like Gottlieben and Steckborn. Upon reaching Stein am Rhein, you will be greeted by its fresco-adorned half-timbered buildings and narrow, picturesque alleys. After a thorough exploration of the town, you will continue your journey along the Rhine making your way to Schaffhausen.

Day 2

Schaffhausen – Rhine Falls – Radolfzell

approx. 55 km

After a hearty breakfast, you will cycle the short distance of approximately 5 km downstream to the awe-inspiring Rhine Falls, just outside Schaffhausen. For a truly unforgettable experience, you can get up close to the falls by boat (included), feeling the power of the water up close. After your short cycling break at the Rhine Falls you will cycle back upstream along the Rhine to Stein am Rhein. From there, your journey continues through the scenic Höri Peninsula, once home to both Hermann Hesse and Otto Dix, to Radolfzell. Along the way, you’ll be treated to stunning views of Reichenau Island and the dramatic Hegau volcanoes.

Day 3

Radolfzell – Meersburg – Constance

approx. 45 km + ferry ride

Today, you will leave the Lower Lake behind and traverse the gentle foothills of the Bodanrück Peninsula, eventually reaching Bodman-Ludwigshafen, situated on the northwestern shores of Lake Überlingen. From here, your route leads you to Überlingen, where you can take a leisurely break along the town's charming lakeside promenade. Continuing your journey, you will pass the renowned pilgrimage church of Birnau before arriving at Uhldingen, home to the fascinating reconstructed pile dwellings, a must-see historical site. After exploring you will cycle onwards towards Meersburg here your ferry awaits.Your short cycling break to the Rhine Falls has now come full circle with your return to Constance.

Day 4

Individual departure

After breakfast, your short cycling break to the Rhine Falls and to Constance comes to a close. Should you wish to extend your stay, we would be delighted to assist with further arrangements.

Aerial view of Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen with cascading water, historic buildings, stone bridge, and lush green forests under blue sky.

Rhine Falls

Wooden posts in calm blue water at Halbinsel Höri, Lake Constance. Green shoreline with trees and reeds under a blue sky with white clouds.

Höri peninsula on Lake Constance

Prices and dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

  • 3 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
    – please drop off your luggage by 10 a.m. on the day of arrival –
  • Boat trip to the Rhine Falls rock
  • Ferry ride Meersburg – Constance-Staad incl. bike
  • Digital travel documents
  • Navigation app and GPS data
  • Personal Welcome in Constance
  • Service-Hotline

Not inlcuded is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

Children’s discount on the basic tour price
  •  0 - 5 years = 100%
  •  6 - 11 years = 50%
  • 12 - 14 years = 25%
  • 15 - 17 years = 10%


Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

  • Start / Destination
    Constance
    Arrival without overnight stay in Constance
  • Length
    approx. 150 km
    Daily routes between 45 and 55 km, Ø 50 km
    Altitude profile between 50 m and 350m, Ø 230 m elevation gain
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg-Reisen
  • Mobility Note
    The trip is only conditionally suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding your individual needs.

Our rental Bikes

The success of your cycling holiday depends largely on the quality of your bike! You’ll usually cover hundreds of kilometres during a cycling holiday. That’s why we place the utmost importance on our hire bike fleet, which consists of well over 1,000 bikes. We can cater to almost any hire bike request:

Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Red step-through touring bike with 27-speed gearing, front basket, blue pannier bag with Radweg Reisen logo, and kickstand on white background.
Unisex Touring Bike with Freewheel
10 or 27-speed derailleur gears
  • Comfortable unisex touring bike with a low-step frame 
  • Suitable for people between 1.45 m and 1.90 m tall
42 cm |
45 cm |
50 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm
Red men's touring bike with 27-speed chain gearing, blue Radweg Reisen pannier bag, black handlebar bag, fenders, and kickstand on white background.
Men´s Touring Bike with Freewheel
10 or 27-speed derailleur gears
  • Comfortable men´s touring bike with a classic diamond frame
  • suitable for people between 1.75 m and 1.90 m tall
55 cm |
60 cm |
65 cm
Red trapeze frame bicycle with 30-speed gearing, disc brakes, fenders, and blue Radweg-Reisen pannier bag on rear rack against white background.
Premium Touring Bike with Freewheel
30-speed derailleur gears
  • Premium Touring Bike for outstanding comfort and a sporty riding experienxe 
  • Suitable for people between 1.60 m and 1.90 m tall
45 cm |
50 cm
Red step-through e-bike with black saddle, handlebar bag, and blue Radweg Reisen pannier bag on rear rack, shown against white background.
Unisex Electric Bike with Freewheel
8-speed electric bike with hub gears
  • Comfortable Electric Bike with a low step-through design
  • suitable for persons with a height between 1.45m and 1.90m 

 

Minimum age for e-bike hire: 16 years

42 cm |
45 cm |
50 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm
Red logo with white silhouette of cyclist with backpack riding a bicycle above the text 'RADWEG REISEN' in white capital letters.

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