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TOP 10 REASONS
TOP 10 REASONS
TOP 10 REASONS
Why travel to Friedrichshafen: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Friedrichshafen
- Friedrichshafen is a city with a worldwide flavour and an easygoing demeanour.
- This fair trade downtown has an excellent location: it is located on the shores of Lake Constance.
- This city, which was founded in 1811, presently boasts a population of approximately 60,000 people.
- This city defines extraordinary breakthroughs and cutting-edge technologies, making it one of Lake Constance's most critical business hubs.
- The magnificent vistas and pulsating pulse of life blend flawlessly with Swabian hospitality.
- This city has a lot to see and do with gorgeous waterfronts facing the Alpine backdrop and impressive cultural landscapes.
- International Airport: Friedrichshafen Airport (FDH)
- Population: 58,000
- Currency: Euro
- Time: GMT +1
- Driving side: Left
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Official Language: German
- Religion: Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Friedrichshafen
- Graf-Zeppelin-Haus is a convention centre with four flexible halls and over nine meeting rooms accommodating over 1500 people.
- Buchhornbrunnen is one of Friedrichshafen's most popular attractions.
- Café Hopker is a fantastic place to spend your evening.
- Zum Klosterwit is well-known for delivering the most authentic German cuisine.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Friedrichshafen
- Summer: The summer season lasts from June to August in this area. It's a pretty active season here, and the beer gardens are back in action!
- Autumn: This is the season when the temperatures begin to drop significantly around here. Around here, this season lasts from September through November.
- Winter lasts from December through February in this area. This time of year is entirely chilly and cold.
- Spring: Around here, the spring months are March and April. This time of year is great around here.
- The best time to visit Friedrichshafen is spring or summer, from March to August.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Friedrichshafen
Dornier Museum
- If you are fascinated by any aspect of aviation, this is the place to be.
- With the primary concept that "everyone can be a pioneer," you join the world of science, and your curiosity will know no bounds.
- This museum, located directly at the airport, shows you the centurial history of the intriguing aeronautical history.
- The museum's design and construction are based on an aircraft hangar. Nearly 400 exhibits are spread across a total space of 6,000 square metres.
- The two full-scale replicas of the Dornier Merkur and Dornier Wal aircraft are a popular attraction in this town.
Hardenberg Kapelle
- This Catholic Church has been and continues to be one of the city's most beautiful viewpoints.
- With a spectacular view of the town, the lake, and the Alps, it's no surprise that this area is a popular tourist destination in the country.
- The chapel, with its excellent structural construction and decor, is a beautiful place to spend the day.
- Its history reveals what happened before Germany became what it is today.
- If one delves further into the tales of this church, one can learn about the 'Reconciliation' and the 'Rebuilding.'
Zeppelin Museum
- The Zeppelin Museum, housed in the former harbour train station's Bauhaus architecture, houses a sizable art collection.
- The museum focuses on airship history as an ongoing multimedia sequence with approximately 1500 unique items and historical audio, film, and photographic resources.
- One eye-catching feature is the partial rebuilding of LZ 129 Hindenburg.
- The recreated guest rooms provide a realistic representation of these flying luxury liners.
- There is a particular emphasis on Classical Modernist artists like Otto Dix, Max Ackermann, and Willi Baumeister.
- Their imaginative and one-of-a-kind interim shows, in particular, establish a link to current issues.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Friedrichshafen Off the Beaten Track
Uferpromenade
- It is, in fact, a 'promenade' in the proper sense of the word. If you want a good look at Lake Constance, don't mind hopping up here because it will be your most extended stroll over it.
- The location provides breathtaking views of the Alps and the lake and numerous boat rides!
- This is a great place to unwind and stroll while observing the scenery.
- There are a few little cafés around every corner where you can eat something traditionally German.
- Furthermore, these ferry boats include visiting the Zeppelin Museum, a popular tourist site.
Schlosskirche & Schloss
- This sandstone castle church was the first Protestant church built in Württember. It is located in the east wing of the Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität.
- Although tourists are not permitted inside, if you can view the church beforehand, check out its interiors.
- The wooden vaults are pretty magnificent. Even after extensive renovations during World War II, it has managed to maintain much of its original beauty.
- The numerous artworks and sculptures inside the chapel are a must-see.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Friedrichshafen Culture and Traditions
- Painters, poets, and pioneers have always felt at home on Lake Constance's beaches; art and architecture are part of its heritage.
- At the Bregenz Festival, operas are transformed into multicoloured open-air spectacles; the Cultural Waterside in Friedrichshafen provides a venue for street performers to perform.
- Lake Constance is an attractive destination because of various UNESCO World Heritage sites, historic parks, world-class museums, and music events ranging from hip-hop to classical.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Friedrichshafen: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Food
#Food
- Restaurant Hotel Maier restaurant delivers various international and local meals that are all made with care. Aside from its high-quality menu, this restaurant is only 100 metres from Lake Constance, and dining on its beautifully designed summer terrace is strongly recommended.
- SEEhotel Restaurant serves regional specialities from surrounding Lake Constance. The dishes are always skillfully prepared, based on regional and fresh ingredients, and influenced by a creative touch - followed by a glass of Lake Constance wine or a colourful cocktail at this hotel's bar.
- Restaurant Ringhotel Krone, in the Schnetzenhausen area, you can pick from a variety of specialities at this typical Swabian restaurant.
- The specialities include fresh fish, game from the hotel's own hunting grounds, and area wines. There is also a seasonal menu.
- El Bocado is a rustic restaurant that serves Mexican and Spanish food, including Chili Con Carne, and a selection of vegetarian options. Don't forget to indulge in traditional South American cocktails like the Caipirinha.
Fashion
#Fashion
- If you choose Intersport, you will find a wide range of sports equipment and clothing and activities such as hiking, skiing, jogging, and indoor sports.
- It is also available to rent ski and snowboard equipment and perform a foot or mobility analysis at Baur-store.
- Sports Trapp is a well-known store that sells proper footwear, sports clothes, and ski equipment. You must go to the shop's basement if you wish to trek.
- Gerry Weber, a German fashion brand, has a fantastic range for women of all ages. The ensembles are seasonally styled yet always traditional and chic, so head here to be inspired.
Allgau Skyline Park
#Fun
- The Allgäu Skyline Park awaits intrepid visitors approximately 122 kilometres northeast of Friedrichshafen.
- Roller coasters, white water slides, and carousels, among other attractions, bring pleasure and delight.
- In total, the park features approximately 60 attractions that are open all year. Themed events are also frequently available.
Europa-Park
#Fun
- Europa Park is Germany's largest theme park and, after Disneyland Paris, Europe's second most popular theme park.
- Europa-Park is located in Rust, Germany, halfway between Freiburg im Breisgau and Strasbourg.
- The Alpenexpress Enzian, a powered coaster that runs through a diamond mine launched in 1984, is the park's oldest roller coaster.
- Europa-Park features roller coasters and attractions with exceptionally high capacity, allowing the park to accommodate around 60,000 visitors per day.
- In 2019, the park had 5.75 million visitors. It is also home to the Euro Dance Festival.
- The resort (park, parking lot, hotels, and backstage areas) covers around 95 hectares. There are six hotels, one campsite, and one movie theatre here.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Friedrichshafen: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- The "Lake Constance Trail" (Bodenseepfad) offers a diverse range of adventures to both tourists and locals.
- Perusing the colourful information boards, you can learn about flora and fauna of the landscape surrounding Lake Constance.
- Illustrations of habitat and terrain lead you through the region's richness. Nature information is supplemented by information on noteworthy sights.
- The track's starting places in Friedrichshafen are the Strandbad, the Hafenbahnhof, and the Jugendherberge on the banks of the Rotach.
- The starting point at Eriskirch is the conservation centre, "Naturschutzzentrum Eriskirch," which is housed in the former railway station building - on the edge of the largest conservation area on Lake Constance's northern coasts.
- The Naturschutzzentrum Eriskirch hosts nature exhibitions in the region around Lake Constance and offers free guided nature walks on Eriskircher Ried.
- On-demand, specially organised tours for parties of 10 or more people are available.
- The centre has an appealing permanent installation called "Natural Paradise Eriskirch Reed," which appeals to children and adults. A multimedia show featuring stunning photographs is also on display. Admission is free!
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Friedrichshafen Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- The pandemic and an online edition in September of last year, the Filmtage Friedrichshafen, will return to the Kiesel from March 2nd to 6th, 2023.
- There will be competition for short films, a diverse documentary film programme, and a film programme for our young audience.
- Filmmakers from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland can submit their works between June 1st, 2022 and October 31st, 2022.
- The competitive films chosen by a selection jury for the festival compete for the ZF Short Film Award and the Audience Award.
- The ZF Art Foundation awards the ZF Short Cinematic Prize of 15,000 euros, which is judged by an expert panel from several film fields (creative and productive).
- The awarding of the ZF Short Film Prize and the Audience Prize (both financed by the ZF Art Foundation) are the highlights of the upcoming film days.
- Of course, Filmtage 2023 will be all about film culture and the exchange of ideas between audiences and filmmakers.
- As a result, we anticipate many submissions, a large number of cinema enthusiasts, and, of course, a fantastic festival with you in March of next year!
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