BODENSEE

As you leave Lindau, you’ll follow the easternmost shore of the lake, with the Austrian Alps coming into view. Soon, you’ll cross into Austria itself. Bregenz, your next stop, welcomes thousands of travelers daily, making it easy to dive into the Austrian experience. Treat yourself to apple strudel, Wiener schnitzel, Austrian white wine, and strong Viennese coffee ! Simply park your bike and explore in any direction. And make sure to check out the famous lakeside stage, reimagined every year with new decorations and scenery.

And then, before you know it, you're back in Switzerland. The southern shore of Lake Constance lies just below the Appenzell region and its mountains. This has historically made the villages along this shore less accessible and, as a result, less touristy than those on the northern German side. Towns like Rorschach and Arbon feel quieter and more serene compared to the busier, tourist-filled places you've visited earlier.

The people you see strolling along the promenade in Arbon are likely locals, and you can easily stop for a chat. If you ask what there is to do, they’ll probably gesture towards the grassy parks and the lake, inviting you to simply relax and enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine in hand.

Note: Riders preferring wellness hotel with thermal baths, may choose to be routed to the Bad Horn Spa Hotel for a 100 chf supplement.

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