Sightseeing on Lake Constance

Activities, culture and places to visit

Naturresort Gerbehof lies in the idyllic countryside outside Friedrichshafen-Ailingen, nestled in 30 hectares of our own Bioland farmland, orchards and woodland. Just around five kilometres from the shores of Lake Constance, our resort combines the soothing stillness of nature with easy access to the region’s many attractions. Whether you enjoy long cycle rides, watersports on the lake or culture where Germany, Austria and Switzerland meet, Gerbehof is the perfect starting point for sightseeing.

Sightseeing on Lake Constance

The finest destinations between lakeshores, islands and the Alpine foothills
A couple walking along a lakeside promenade in the low evening sun.

Friedrichshafen (approx. 5 km)

The nearby Zeppelin city invites you to stroll and linger along its lakeside promenade, with the famous Zeppelin Museum, Dornier Museum and maritime atmosphere.

Mainau Palace and its church behind a planted garden.

Mainau flower island & UNESCO World Heritage island Reichenau

Experience the Mediterranean splendour of Mainau’s gardens or explore Reichenau, the historic island of monasteries and vegetable growing. Our tip: Lake Constance boat services (BSB) offer convenient island excursions directly from Friedrichshafen.

Pier at Constance harbour with a view of the Imperia statue in the low sun.

Historic lakeside towns

Stroll through Lindau’s listed island old town, visit the medieval castle in Meersburg or discover Constance’s historic lanes.

View across wooded hills and valleys towards a mountain range in the morning light.

Bregenz & the Vorarlberg mountains

Enjoy arts and culture at the Bregenz Festival right beside the lake or take the cable car up the Pfänder for impressive panoramic views across Lake Constance.

A brown cow wearing a bell standing among blossoming trees.

Allgäu & the Alpine foothills

Explore the picturesque half-timbered town of Wangen im Allgäu or take day trips into the nearby Alpine regions.

A person standing on a paddleboard in front of a stone waterfront.

Active in nature

Walk on signposted trails straight from the farm through our organic apple orchards and woodland, explore by bicycle or e-bike with hire bikes available on the farm subject to availability, or enjoy a stand-up paddleboarding trip on nearby Lake Constance.

ECHT Bodensee Card benefits

Real benefits for our guests

As a guest at our organic resort, enjoy free travel throughout the region. The ECHT Bodensee Card, which you automatically receive on arrival at Naturresort Gerbehof, gives you free use of all buses and trains in the bodo transport network. You also benefit from numerous discounts at attractions, museums, swimming pools and boat operators around the lake.

Discover the benefits

Contact details for Naturresort Gerbehof in Friedrichshafen-Ailingen

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We have everything you need for a relaxing break on Lake Constance: beautiful rooms, a soothing Nature Spa and an idyllic location. All that's missing is you!
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