Lake Constance

The European Lake Constance is known by another name in Germany, which is Lake Bodensee. This lake is considered one of the natural wonders on land, which was classified as the most wonderful and most important European tourist destination, due to its pleasant atmosphere and stunning nature, in light of the calm that is palatable and resorted to by every seeker of tranquility.

Location and boundaries

Lake Constance is located in the heart of the European continent, and is surrounded by three countries, namely the state of Germany that borders it from the northern side, the state of Switzerland that borders it on the south side, and the state of Austria that borders it on the eastern side, and it rises from sea level by three hundred and ninety-five meters, and its depth varies from place to place, as its middle section is the deepest.

The Rhine River is considered one of the most important rivers that flow into this lake, as it enters it from the southern side, specifically from the border point between the state of Austria and the state of Switzerland, and exits from the western side, heading to the German state, to reach the state of the Netherlands, where it flows near Rotterdam, specifically in North Sea.

The area on which Lake Bodensee is located is one of the most important tourist areas in the German state, because of its dazzling beauty, as it is surrounded by the Alps, to be a place loved by tourists who visit it every year, bringing the number of its visitors to nearly six million tourists, enjoying times of rest and recreation, especially And that it has a small island known as Maina Island, and it is famous for its abundant flowers that give the lake a special luster.

The most important cities located on the lake

Many cities are located on Lake Constance, in which a tourist can move between one city and another, or rather between one country and another, by boat ride, to have breakfast in a country, lunch in a country, and to spend the best times in its parts, but the most important and largest of them are worth to be visited, are:

Constance city

It is located in the German state, from which the name of this lake came, and perhaps the opposite is true, and it is the largest city located on it. It is one of the cultural heritage cities in the region, but despite the Second World War, it is the only city that was not bombed or destroyed, and most tourists visit it while they are touring in boats in this lake.

Lindau City

It is located in Germany, and it is a small island in the middle of the three countries, but it belongs to the German state, and it is imperative for all those sailing in their boats that this island be one of the important stations, as the pleasure of discovering and navigating it is considered one of the most wonderful moments.

City of Merseburg

It is located in Germany, and this city can be reached by ferries, and it is famous for its ancient castle and also the famous palace in it, and it has many places where you can spend the most beautiful times, such as the skating rink, as well as restaurants that carry a romantic atmosphere, and special halls for children’s games, to be a family city par excellence.

City of Frederikshafen

It is located in the German state, and it is the city in which the ancient museum known as Zeppelin is famous, and it is special for old airships, which were used during the First World War, and these airships are often seen flying in the sky of this city.

Schaffhausen

It is located in the Swiss country, and its fame comes from the great Rhine Falls in it, which is the largest waterfalls in the European continent, in addition to the charming nature in it, and it is also famous for its ancient resorts and monasteries.

Torgau County

It is located in the Swiss country, which still preserves its breathtaking rural character, and is also famous for its ancient monasteries steeped in history, in addition to the roads and alleys known for their elegance and splendor.

other cities

The city of Bregenz: It is located in the Austrian state, and it is considered one of the unique cities, as we see it near the Pfender Mountain, so that the image of the mountain and water mixes in an image that is nothing more beautiful, and this city is famous for its many festivals, whether cultural or artistic.
Lochau: It is considered one of the most beautiful cities frequented by walking or even cycling enthusiasts, and it overlooks the Alps.