Lindau Harbour Christmas
Atmospheric Christmas market at the harbour from late November to late December with over 90 stalls, music and a children's carousel.
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💡 Tips
- Do not try to park on the island; use the P1 Blauwiese parking lot on the mainland and take the convenient shuttle bus.
- Visit the harbor entrance with the lion and lighthouse exactly at sunset for spectacular views of the Alps.
- Buy tickets for Lake Constance ferries early in the morning to avoid long queues during the summer months.
- Explore the mainland shores by bike, as the island itself is mostly a cobblestoned pedestrian zone.
- If crossing the border to the nearby Austrian Pfänder mountain, watch out for the toll vignette requirement on highways.
🍽 Food
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Lake Constance Felchen
Try this freshly caught whitefish in one of the seafood restaurants directly on the harbor promenade.
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Allgäu Käsespätzle
Enjoy this hearty cheese noodle dish in the traditional Bavarian-Swabian taverns on the island.
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Bodensee Apple Cake
Order a slice of cake made with regional apples in the cozy cafes along Maximilianstraße.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Maximilianstraße
Stroll down Lindau's historic main street with its beautifully painted facades, boutiques, and craft shops.
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Lindau Farmers Market
Buy fresh fruit, cheese, and Lake Constance specialties directly at the squares on the island.
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Lindenhofpark
This mainland park in Bad Schachen features ancient trees and quiet lake access, far from the tourist crowds.
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Gerberschanze
A hidden, quiet spot on the edge of the island, well-suited for watching the water away from the busy main harbor.
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Lindau am Bodensee is distinguished by its exceptional geographical setting, as the town's historic center is located entirely on a roughly 70-hectare island in Lake Constance, connected to the mainland by a road bridge and a railway causeway. The town's most iconic landmark is the impressive harbor entrance, flanked by a six-meter-tall Bavarian Lion statue and the 33-meter-tall New Lighthouse, constructed in 1856. The top of the lighthouse features extensive panoramic views across the lake extending to the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Wandering through the winding streets of the island town, visitors will notice the brightly frescoed Old Town Hall with its historic library, and the distinctive Mangturm tower situated right at the harbor basin. The Maximilianstraße, lined with centuries-old patrician houses featuring characteristic arcades, is a good promenade for shopping and leisurely walks. Lindau also serves as a central hub for passenger shipping on Lake Constance, with regular excursion boats departing for Bregenz, Konstanz, and the floral island of Mainau. Beyond its rich cultural heritage, visitors appreciate the almost Mediterranean atmosphere, characterized by palm-shaded outdoor cafes and crisp regional wines produced in nearby lakeside vineyards.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Old Town Hall · Mangturm · Cathedral of Our Lady
- Nearby: Tettnang (16 km)
- Population: ~26.155
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | -1 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 99 | 77 | 95 | 92 | 147 | 156 | 158 | 166 | 116 | 101 | 89 | 104 |
Geography
Facts
- The island of Lindau covers an area of approximately 0.68 square kilometers.
- The New Lighthouse is 33 meters high and was completed in 1856.
- Lindau was a Free Imperial City until 1802.
- Lake Constance is situated at an elevation of 395 meters.
- The town's postal code is 88131.
- First mentioned in historical records in 882.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I park at the Lindau harbor?
Parking spaces on the island are expensive and limited. Better use the P+R parking lot on the mainland and the shuttle bus.
What is the landmark of Lindau?
The harbor entrance with the Bavarian Lion and Bavaria's only lighthouse is world-famous.
Can you swim in Lake Constance near Lindau?
Yes, the Eichwald beach features one of the most beautiful accesses to the lake with a view of the Alps.
Do boats run from Lindau to Bregenz?
Yes, the 'White Fleet' connects Lindau regularly with Bregenz (Austria) and other cities on the lake.
What is the Diebsturm?
A round tower with colorful tiles at the western end of the old town, which formerly served as a prison.
Lindau (Lake Constance): where is it located?
Lindau (Lake Constance) is located in Bavaria, Germany.
Lindau (Lake Constance): what is there to see?
Highlights include Old Town Hall, Mangturm, Cathedral of Our Lady.
Lindau (Lake Constance): when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Lindau (Lake Constance): why is it worth visiting?
Lindau am Bodensee is distinguished by its exceptional geographical setting, as the town's historic center is located entirely on a roughly 70-hectare island in Lake Constance, connected to the mainland by a road bridge and a railway causeway.
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