Lengwil lies south of the town of Kreuzlingen on the SeerĂĽcken ridge. Trails through meadows, forests and fields, the Lengwiler Weiher pond and its surroundings, and Oberhofen Church with its architectural and artistic history each offer something different. The season also affects the options: In winter, ice skating and curling take centre stage at Emmerzen-Weiher; outside the winter season, it is described as a quiet place to relax.
Hiking and cycling
In Lengwil, varied trails wind through meadows, forests and fields, offering opportunities for hiking. One specifically named route is “Along forest trails to a barbecue”: it passes through woodland and leads to the Bäärehölzli barbecue area. The hike thus combines a walk through the forest with a clearly designated destination. Facilities at the barbecue area may be maintained seasonally; check their condition before your visit.
The wider region around Lengwil has an extensive network of marked cycling routes. Check the route conditions in advance for your specific ride. Hiking in Lengwil and cycling in the wider region are two different ways to spend time outdoors.
Ponds and nature reserve
The best activity at Emmerzen-Weiher depends on the season. In winter, it is a place for ice skating and curling. As conditions for seasonal activities can vary, check whether these activities are possible before visiting. Outside the winter season, the pond is described as a quiet place to relax. The seasons are therefore quite distinct: winter activities give way to months when peace and relaxation take centre stage.
The Lengwiler Weiher nature reserve can be visited year-round in the area around Lengwil. The reed beds and marsh meadows by the pond provide spawning and nesting sites for amphibian and bird species that have become rare. These habitats give a visit its own focus on nature.
The Pro Natura hut at Lengwiler Weiher serves as a base for activities in the area. It enables school classes and other interested groups to learn about nature on site. If you are planning a group activity, arrange the details in advance.
Church and history in Oberhofen
The present-day church in Oberhofen was built in 1519 and was formerly a branch church of St. Stephen’s in Constance. During renovations from 1964 to 1966, three stained-glass windows by Hans Affeltranger were installed. Its year of construction, former ecclesiastical affiliation and later-added windows reflect different historical and artistic aspects of the church.
The Protestant church in Oberhofen near Lengwil is legally protected, registered as an Ă–REB cultural property and classified as particularly valuable. Together with the church in Illighausen, it belongs to the Lengwil Reformed parish, which has existed since 1942. Those interested in church history will find in Oberhofen both a specific historic building and a connection to the history of the parish.
Getting there and finding accommodation
Lengwil has a railway station on the Constance–Weinfelden line. If you plan to travel by train, check the timetable for your travel date.
If you are looking for a hotel for a trip to Lengwil-Oberhofen, first choose your travel dates and check availability for that exact period.
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