A lively little city on the northern side of Lake Constance, Überlingen can trace its origins back to the Roman era — though the remains of Stone Age settlements have also been found nearby. Modern-day Überlingen grew as a popular spa town, and is still immensely popular with German visitors on restorative lakeside holidays. Our pick of the best places to stay in Überlingen is a laid-back, family-run hotel with its own spa and sauna, plus a plethora of outdoorsy activities.

Begin your explorations with a sunlit stroll along the Seepromenade, which offers dazzling lake views. Überlingen’s nearby old town is charming, with painted buildings, pretty churches — including the St. Nikolaus Münster — and a lively farmers’ market on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Within walking distance, the Stadtgarten is a favourite for picnics and beautiful botanicals, whilst boat trips, sailing excursions, kayaking and swimming also come highly recommended for travellers of all ages. Venture inland for hiking and cycling trails, a round of golf or a family outing to the Haustierhof Reutemühle farm, where peacocks and alpacas roam.

Cross the river to admire historic Konstanz, head along the shore to marvellous medieval Meersburg, and tour the acclaimed Zeppelin Museum at Friedrichshaften whilst you’re in town. Return to our Gurus’ choice of the best places to stay in Überlingen to savour excellent regional cuisine by the fire on cool evenings.

The Best Places to Stay in Überlingen

For a Converted Farmhouse Hotel

• Hotel Johanniter Kreuz is a welcoming, family-run property. Converted from a former farmhouse, whitewashed spaces have high ceilings with wooden beams, and big windows framing leafy forest views. Gather in the cosy restaurant for regional cuisine close to the crackling fire after days of hiking, cycling and exploring Lake Constance. There's a gym, spa and sauna onsite, too.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY HOUSE

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Fly to Friedrichshafen Airport, around 40 minutes by car from Überlingen. Alternatively, the larger Memmingen Airport is 1.5 hours' drive away.
• Baden-Württemburg is brilliant for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Visit during the summer months for temperatures averaging around 24°C in July and August. You'll find fewer crowds and great hotel deals outside the school holidays in May or September, when the weather is still lovely for strolls around the lake.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Meersburg.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Baden-Württemburg.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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