Archaeological finds dating back to the 4th millennium BC, cycling and hiking trails, and a lido give Litzelstetten its distinctive character. There is also the Litzelstetten-Mainau nature campsite, right on the shore of Lake Constance. Depending on whether you are interested in history, outdoor activities or camping, you will find a range of starting points for your trip here.
Pile-Dwelling History and the Church
The finds from the Litzelstetten-Krähenhorn pile-dwelling site date from between 3833 and 3805 BC. The site was selected as one of 111 sites for UNESCO World Heritage status. Parts of the settlement and its buffer zone lie within a nature reserve. Here, a precisely dated archaeological past meets a protected landscape.
Another historical landmark is the Church of St. Peter and Paul, which is known to have existed as early as the 13th century. Together with the much older finds, it offers a different perspective on the town’s history. Anyone interested in Litzelstetten’s past can include different periods in their travel plans, rather than focusing their visit on just one topic.
Cycling Trails, Hiking Trails and the Lido
There are Lake Constance cycling routes in and around Litzelstetten, as well as pilgrimage trails, European long-distance hiking trails and local circular walking trails. When planning your trip, you can first choose between cycling and the different ways of exploring on foot: the trails appeal both to people interested in pilgrimage routes and to those looking for a local loop or a European hiking trail. The specific routes need not be treated as interchangeable; the categories listed represent different focuses.
The Litzelstetten-Mainau nature campsite offers a special type of accommodation. It is right on the shore of Lake Constance in a nature reserve, offers views of Mainau Island and is directly on the Lake Constance Cycle Path. There is space for campervans up to six metres long, tents and glamping tents. These options are all clearly types of camping—a helpful distinction when choosing accommodation based on how you would like to spend the night.
Litzelstetten lido has a beach volleyball court. It can be reached on bus routes 4/13, 13/4 and 6, which stop at Litzelstetten/Purren. If you plan to take the bus to the lido, check the current route before travelling. This makes it possible to plan your visit to the water and your journey there together, without confusing the local trails with the bus service to the lido.
A Distinctive Cultural Experience in Konstanz
For an urban cultural experience, Konstanz offers a focus of its own. The Lake Constance Museum of Natural History illustrates the formation of Lake Constance and its diverse habitats through exhibits of animals and informative models. Petting animals, touch holes and animal sounds activated at the push of a button invite visitors to take part and explore. The museum is right on the lakeshore and just a few steps from the main railway station, the landing stage and the central bus stop.
Konstanz’s historical attractions offer a different perspective, too: Niederburg is the city’s oldest district, and a city walk takes you past sights ranging from the Imperia statue to the Council Building. The historic old town, with its picturesque little lanes, is perfect for a shopping stroll. In Litzelstetten, pile-dwelling finds, trails and the lido take centre stage; Konstanz complements this perspective with its museum, old town and urban history.
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