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Four Countries. 70 Markets. Christmas Ships.

www.lake-constance.com 2 |Christmas Magic atLake Constance holiday wishesinthefour-country region. Regional hotels offer Christmasspecials, fulfilling yourwinter Bodensee. connecting visitors to different Christmas markets around the the sameonwhichwhite passenger shipssailback andforth The lake thatcarries scents thesugary ofwaffles andcinnamon is peaks andinbaroque castles. visitors lakeside, to ourbeloved islands,between snowy mountain countries illuminate theshores. ThemanyChristmasmarkets lure Principality ofLiechtenstein! Festively decorated citiesinallfour delightsfrom ,and culinary , —and the isaChristmasparadise, withtraditions, customs Christmas onLake Constance dig in! the Germansideis particularly proud of their Swabian spaetzle. Order upand cheeses playsanimportant role inthisrecipe topped withcrispy onions.And fresh applesauce. InSwitzerland andAustria, ablendof three orfour mountain is prepared abitdifferently: InLiechtenstein, with theKäsknöpfle are served Cheese Spaetzle is not justcheesespaetzle! Ineach country, thistypical dish onLake Constance.name onalmostevery Whyisthat? Well, The deliciousdishmadefrom flour, fresh eggs, herbsandcheesehasadifferent mean thesamething…more CheeseDumplings, please! Kässpätzle, Kässpatzn, Käsknöpfle, Chäschnöpfli ...they all 2019 Christmas Specialitiesfrom four Countries » » » » » » » » » » » » » » The Principality of Switzerland Austria Germany Specialities Everyone MustTry! many holidaymarkets andfestivities asyoucan. proud oftheirowntraditional Christmasspecialties,soit’s agood idea to visitas Switzerland andthePrincipality ofLiechtenstein to each other, each is country your favorite holidaytreats. Anddespite thecloseproximity ofGermany, Austria, mulled winefillsthecrispair, thevillage peopleare busy cooking and baking Christmas isaspecialtimefor enjoyment…on thatwecan allagree. Asspiced » » » » » » » » » » » » » » Käsknöpfle mitApfelmus (cheesedumplings withapplesauce) (hotspicedGlühbier “HeißerSchütz”from beer) St.Gallen buttery, flakycrust) Nusstorte Nutcake (looksmore like apiewithdensenuttyfillingand Raclette andFondue marzipan) (gingerbreadBiber from St.Gallen treats andfilledwith madefrom honey orsweet polentaRiebel (savory dishthat’s alsovegetarian) Glühmost (delicioushotappleciderdrink) Käseknödel (softcheesedumpling) roastedHeiße Maroni (hot, chestnuts) and aromatic spices) Winzerglühwein (hotmulledwinefrom thewinemaker sweetened withsugar Dinnele/Dinnete/Dünnele (thin-crustflatbreads withdifferent toppings) savory Schupfnudeln (finger-shaped potato dumplings) Tatsch mitKompott(minipancakes withwarm fruit preserves) served Ribel (warm polenta cream, dishwithmilk, sugar oralsomade withsourcheese)

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4 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 5 28.11.–22.12. St.Gallen 1

The City of Stars The St.Gallen Stellar City is unique in Switzerland and celebrates its 10th anniversary. 700 stars illuminate the city center and immerse the old in a mystical ambiance.

»»700 illuminated stars »»50 Christmas houses »»Chorus Battle »»Biggest in Eastern Switzerland »»Nativity play in the »»Christmas Market (29.11.– 24.12.) »»Two weekends of Christkindmarkt »»Diverse cultural program

Venue and Time Old Town, 9001 St.Gallen, Switzerland 28.11. – 22.12. (daily)

Christmas markets

With 273 kilometers of shoreline and four countries, Lake Constance offers more than INFORMATION enough opportunities for Christmas, St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourismus, Phone +41 71 227 3737, [email protected] and Christ-Child markets. www.st.gallen-bodensee.ch, www.sternenstadt.ch

6 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 7 4.–31.12. 21.10.2019–19.3.2020 3 Stein am Rhein 2 Mainau Island © Schaffhauserland Tourismus, Bruno Sternegg © Schaffhauserland

“Fairytale City” Stein am Rhein Winter Magic Follow the fairytale trail with lovingly decorated shop windows Enjoy the wintry landscape of the island of Mainau on a leisurely that lead through Stein am Rhein. Diverse food and drink stalls stroll through the sleeping gardens. After exploring the island, two invite you to linger in the medieval town. The unique ambience on warm places invite you to linger: the Butterfly House and the Palm the town hall square and the cobbled alleyways is a scene out of a House. In addition to the winter exhibition, come and explore the winter fairytale. new boutique winter market in the Baroque castle courtyard.

»»Fairytale guided tours »»One of the largest butterfly houses in Germany »»Carousel rides »»Winter exhibition “SIKU – Small Cars – Big World” (18.10.–9.2.) »» »»Scandinavian winter market in the baroque castle courtyard »»Nighttime walking tours (14.11.2019–6.1.2020, Wed–Sun 2:00–7:00 pm) »»Märlihuus »»Swedish Christmas buffet »»Renaissance Fair »»Sunday Brunch »»Complete program at www.maerlistadt.ch »»Guided park tours »»Baking workshop during the Advent season

Venue and Time Town Hall Square, 8260 Stein am Rhein, Venue and Time Switzerland 78465 Mainau Island, Germany 4.–31.12. (Wed–Fri 2:00–8:00 pm, 21.10.2019–19.3.2020 (daily from sunrise to Sat–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm) sunset)

INFORMATION INFORMATION OK Märlistadt – Gewerbeverein Stein am Rhein, [email protected] Mainau GmbH, Phone +49 7531 3030, [email protected] www.maerlistadt.ch www.mainau.de

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Harbor Christmas Radolfzell Advent Lindau Island is decked out for a festive Christmas: stroll along the The Radolfzell Chocolate Market is a chocolately celebration. The harbor promenade past holiday market stalls. The entire old town Christmas Market boasts over 80 stalls and a fine selection of local is richly decorated and invites you to experience the holidays with handcrafts. The Radolfzell Advent village also attracts visitors from fun and festive shopping offers. the 5th to the 21st of .

»»Unique location: along the Lindau harbor promenade, right on the water and »»Chocolate Market: exquisite chocolates and chocolate specialties, chocolate against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains workshops and demonstrations, supporting program with culinary delights, »»Diverse program: arts and crafts, culinary offers, fairytale forest with real enjoyable readings and more animals, musical entertainment »»Christmas Market: arts and crafts from the region, Vintners glühwein and »»Great additional offers: adventurous guided city tours, exciting night watchman regional delicacies tours, Christmas boat tours »»Advent Village: a festive gathering at Seetorplatz with warm waffles, and other holiday treats, arts and crafts, entertainment

Venue and Time Harbor Promenade, 88131 Lindau, Germany Venue and Time 21.11.–15.12. (Thur–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm) Chocolate Market Christmas Market Seetorplatz, 78315 Radolfzell, Germany Marktplatz, 78315 Radolfzell, Germany 21.–23.11. (Thur–Sat 11:00 am–7:00 pm) 5.–8.12. (Thur 2:00–8:00 pm, Advent Village Fri–Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm, Seetorplatz, 78315 Radolfzell, Germany Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm) 5.–21.12. (Mon–Sat, School, kindergarden and club entertainment)

INFORMATION INFORMATION Lindau Tourismus und Kongress GmbH, Phone +49 8382 260030, [email protected] Tourismus- und Stadtmarketing Radolfzell GmbH, Phone +49 7732 81500, www.lindau.de [email protected] www.radolfzell-tourismus.de

10 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 11 28.11.–22.12. 29.11.–22.12. 6 7 Constance Friedrichshafen

Christmas Market on the Lake Lake Constance Christmas The Christmas ship with its 360° panoramic bar, a two-storey Holiday magic spreads throughout the cozy next Christmas tavern, the breathtaking lake and alpine panorama to the Zeppelin Museum, inviting you to stroll, enjoy and shop characterize the Contance Christmas Market, a place to enjoy and along the lakeside promenade with its spectacular alpine pamora- shop for the holidays. Take a stroll along the Advent village of 170 ma. The Christmas market is a magnet for the whole family with stalls set up between the medieval city center to the harbor. more than 60 festive stalls, a life-size créche, a giant Christmas 100,000 twinkling lights reflect off the lake and the fragrant scents pyramid and an ice skating rink. of hot mulled wine and bring the holidays to life for the whole family. »»Cozy christmas village with lovingly decorated stalls »»Diverse entertainment and children's program » Craftmanship »»Christmas ship with 360° panoramic bar » » Christmas decorations »»170 dealers and craftmakers » » Holiday gifts »»Excellent location with stalls set up from the historic old town to the harbor » » Swabian, national and international specialties, berry wines, mulled wine and »»Lake Constance reflects 100,000 festive lights » more … »»High-quality artisanal products from the region » Live animal crib »»Free children's program with cookie baking, puppetry and much more » » Giant »»Regional cuisine » » Ice skating rink »»Music entertainment » »»Castle Church Tour on Nov. 30, Dec. 7, Dec. 14 and Dec. 21 at 4:00 pm

Venue and Time Marktstätte, Harbor and Christmas Ship, Venue and Time 78462 Constance, Germany Buchhornplatz, 88045 Friedrichshafen, 28.11.–22.12. (daily, 11:00 am–8:00 pm, food Germany and drinks until 9:30 pm, 29.11.–22.12. (Mon–Thur 12:00–8:00 pm, Fri–Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm, all market stalls) Fri–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm)

INFORMATION INFORMATION Marketing und Tourismus GmbH, Phone +49 7531 133030, Stadtmarketing Friedrichshafen, Phone +49 7541 970780, [email protected] [email protected] www.bodensee-weihnacht.de www.constance-lake-constance.com/chistmas-market

12 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 13 29.11.–1.12. | 6.12.–8.12. 29.11.–22.12. 9 8 Tettnang Ravensburg

A Castle Christmas Christmas Market Festive holiday mood in the castle. The royal Montfort castle Two Markets – One great Experience! The traditional “- enchants visitors with treats, local craftsmanship and angelic lesmarkt” and the Reischmann Christmas Market invite you to voices on high. stroll, enjoy and shop in a special atmosphere.

»»Fairytale hour in the castle »»More than 100 high-quality stalls, crafts and culinary delights »»Instrument workshop and Christmas music »»The old town with its historic towers and gates offers a unique backdrop »»Meet St. Nicholas and Knecht Rupprecht »»Every evening a new door is opened in the large »»Advent crafts »»Numerous hands-on activities for children: campfire bread making, Christmas »»Bread baking in the tepee cookie baking for young and old in the baking tent »»Pony rides »»Varied stage program: The Ravensburg Music School and many other musicians »»Children’s carousel and singers spread the festive mood

Venue and Time Venue and Time The Residential Palace of the Counts of Marienplatz and Bachstraße, Montfort-Park, courtyard and “Ehrenhof”, 88212 ­Ravensburg, Germany 88069 Tettnang, Germany 29.11.–22.12. (daily, 11:00 am–8:00 pm) 29.11.–1.12. and 6.–8.12. (Fri 5:00–9:00 pm, Sat and Sun 2:00–9:00 pm)

INFORMATION INFORMATION Tourist-Info Büro Tettnang, Phone +49 7542 510500, [email protected] Stadtmarketing Ravensburg, Phone +49 751 82316, [email protected] www.tettnang.de www.ravensburg.de

14 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 15 12.–22.12. 10 13.–15.12. Überlingen skywalk allgäu 11 nature adventure park

Christmas Market and Skating Rink Forest Christmas in the skywalk allgäu In the heart of the old town, craftsmen and traders from Überlin- Welcome to a wintry atmosphere at 1,000 meters, a Christmas gen and the Lake Constance region present their lovingly designed market at the edge of the forest, festive lighting, fragrant treats, creations at festively decorated stands. A visit to the Christmas activities and a magnificent view of the Allgäu mountains All ages market can be combined with the skating rink “ÜB on Ice”. experience the magic of the holiday season at the Forest Christ- mas in the skywalk allgäu with spectacular views from the accessible tree top path. »»Locally handmade crafts and artwork »»Music and entertainment »»Free daily children’s program »»An atmospheric Christmas market at the edge of the forest »»Delicious holiday foods and drinks »»Illumination with lanterns and fire bowls »»Ice Skating Rink “ÜB on Ice” »»Christmas music with choir singing, brass and alphorn players »»“ making for children” » St. Nicholas and the enchanting Snow Queen Venue and Time » Hofstatt, 88662 Überlingen, Germany »»Discounted entrance fee for the nature adventure park incl. treetop path 12.–22.12. (daily, 11:00 am–8:00 pm) Skating Rink ÜB on Ice Venue and Time Lakefront, 88662 Überlingen, Germany skywalk allgäu nature adventure park, 88175 Scheidegg, Germany 15.11.–6.1. (daily, 1:30–8:00 pm, 13.–15.12. (Fri 4:00–8:00 pm, Fri–Sat 1:30–10:15 pm) Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm, Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm) Admission 4,50 Euro Free admission for children.

INFORMATION INFORMATION Tourist-Information Überlingen, Phone +49 7551 9471522, skywalk allgäu nature adventure park, Phone +49 8381 8961800, [email protected] [email protected] www.skywalk-allgaeu.de www.ueberlingen-bodensee.de

16 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 17 15.11.–24.12. 14.–15.12. Vorarlberg Vaduz

12 13 © Stadtmarketing und Tourismus Feldkirch GmbH, Magdalena Türtscher GmbH, Magdalena Feldkirch und Tourismus © Stadtmarketing

Christmas Markets in , Dornbirn and Feldkirch The Princely Christmas Market Vorarlberg has a large varitety of Christmas markets where Enchanting Christmas amidst a wintry mountainous wonderland. culinary delights and craftsmanship await visitors in Bregenz, Enjoy unique views of the Liechtenstein Princely castle from the Dornbirn and Feldkirch. heart of Vaduz old town.

»»Live crèche in Bregenz »»Unique view of Vaduz Castle, the residence of the princely family »»Craft market in the Bregenz Upper Town »»Nearly 80 Christmas stands with a variety of Christmas gifts and handcrafted »»Colorful children’s program in Dornbirn Advent decorations »»Traditional Advent singing in Feldkirch »»Culinary treats from local kitchens and cellars »»Night watchman tours in Feldkirch »»Festive singing performances of various music groups and choirs »»Skating rink “Vaduz on Ice” »»Various attractions for children like carriage rides and the fairytale train Venue and Time »»Christmas Mailbox to Santa Bregenz, Dornbirn and Feldkirch, Austria »»Unique display Bregenz Kornmarktplatz 15.11.–23.12. (daily, 11:00 am–9:00 pm) Bregenzer Oberstadt Venue and Time 7.–22.12. (Sat–Sun 3:00–8:00 pm) Downtown, 9490 Vaduz, Principality of Liechtenstein Dornbirn 14.–15.12. (Sat 11:00 am–7:00 pm, 22.11.–23.12. (Mon–Fri and Sun 2:00–7:30 pm, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm) Sat 10:00 am–7:30 pm) “Vaduz on Ice” skating rink Feldkirch 8.11.–6.1. (daily) 29.11.–23.12. (daily 10:00 am–8:00 pm) 24.12. (10:00 am–1:00 pm)

INFORMATION INFORMATION Bregenz: www.bregenz.travel Standortmarketing Vaduz e. V., Phone +423 794 4080, [email protected] Dornbirn: www.christkindlemarkt.at www.erlebevaduz.li Feldkirch: www.feldkirch.travel

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© Curt Huber © Curt Swiss Lake Constance 14 Passenger Cruises © Achim Mende

Theme Ships Unique evening lake cruises with culinary delights. This is a floating fantasy of a wintry kind.

»»Fondue/Raclette Cruises: Enjoy cheese fondue, raclette or fondue chinoise with family, friends or colleagues »»Cruise to Lindau Harbor Christmas: Lindau Christmas market – leave the car at home – and treat yourself to an aperitif onboard »»New Year’s Eve Ships

Harbor and Departing Ports of Romanshorn, and Rorschach, Switzerland Fondue/Raclette Cruises 8.11.–22.2. (every Fri–Sat) Cruise to Lindau Harbor Christmas 30.11.–15.12. (every Sat–Sun) New Year’s Eve Ships 31.12.

Christmas ships

Special holiday ships cross Lake Constance and INFORMATION connect Christmas markets in Germany, Austria Schweizerische Bodensee-Schiffahrtsgesellschaft AG, Phone +41 71 4667888, [email protected] and Switzerland. www.bodenseeschiffe.ch

20 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 21 23.11.–15.12. 15 28.11.2019–6.1.2020 16 Lake Constance Ships Catamaran Lake Constance

Advent Cruises Catamaran to Christmas Markets Enjoy a festive, two-hour cruise accompanied by holiday music, From harbor to harbor: The catamaran commutes every hour , and a cup of coffee and cake. between Friedrichshafen and Constance and “flies” passengers directly and comfortably to the Christmas market shopping on both sides of the lake. Easy and Fun! No worries about parking. In »»Christmas cruise includes a cup of coffee/tea and a piece of cake »»Christmas music to set the mood for the loveliest time of the year 52 minutes, you alight directly in the city center of holiday cheer. »»A visit from Santa Claus (December 8) »»Beautifully decorated ship in Yuletide flair »»Round trip 14,50 Euro (child 7,50 Euro, family 36,50 Euro) »»Round trip incl. a hot drink and cinnamon bun 18,50 Euro (child 11,50 Euro) » Hourly connection on the 00.02 Harbor and Departing » Ports of Constance and Lindau, Germany »»Night Catamaran: November 28–December 22 9:02 pm from Constance, and 8:02 pm from Friedrichshafen Departing Constance 30.11.–8.12. (Sat–Sun 2:00–4:00 pm) Departing Lindau Harbor and Departing 23.11.–15.12. (Sat–Sun 2:00–4:00 pm) Ports of Friedrichshafen and Constance, Germany

28.11.–6.1. (hourly, Mon-Fri 6:02 am–7:02 pm, Sat 8:02 am–7:02 pm, Sun and public holiday 9:02 am–6:02 pm) 24.12. (8:02 am–5:02 pm) 31.12. (8:02 am–7:02 pm) Additional Night Cruises 28.11.–22.12. (8:02 pm from Friedrichshafen, 9:02 pm from Constance)

INFORMATION INFORMATION Bodensee-Schiffsbetriebe GmbH, Phone +49 7531 36400, [email protected] Katamaran-Reederei Bodensee, Phone +49 7541 971 0900, [email protected] www.bsb.de www.der-katamaran.de

22 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 23 28.11.–15.12. 3.–31.12. Vorarlberg-Lines MS Oesterreich 18 17

Christmas Cruises Advent and New Year's Eve on the Art Deco MS Austria Enjoy several Christmas markets in two countries in one day. The The MS Austria was put into service in 1928 and ushered in an era Christmas ship MS Austria cruises Thursday - Sunday several times of motor ships on Lake Constance. This historic ship was recently daily between Bregenz and Lindau from Nov 28 through Dec 15. reburbished with great care. Celebrate Advent and New Year's Eve in style on the Art Déco MS Austria.

»»Model Railway MEC Bregenz »»Fairy Tale Forest »»Christmas in Constance: On three select dates, we sail to the Constance »»Manger exhibit Christmas market and delight you with delicacies from the kitchen of celebrity »»Boat connection to Christmas markets: Lindau Harbor Christmas and Bregenz chef Heino Huber on the return trip. »»Dream view of the shore and the ports »»Magic Christmas Cruise: Celebrate your Christmas party with office mates or a small group of friends aboard the beautiful Art Déco motor ship Austria. »»New Year's Eve Imperial: How will you usher in the new year? If you plan your Harbor and Departing party now, the surprise and delight will be that much greater aboard board the Ports of Bregenz, and Lindau, Austria dream ship Austria. and Germany 28.11.–15.12. (Thur–Sun) Bregenz Harbor Harbor and Departing Departs: 12:30, 2:10, 3:50, 5:30 pm Port of Hard, Austria Arrives: 1:55, 3:35, 5:15, 6:55 pm Constance Christmas Magic Lochau-Kaiserstrand Harbor 8.12., 15.12., 22.12. Arrival/Departure: 12:40, 2:20, 4:00, 5:40 pm (only with sufficient water levels) Magic Christmas Cruise 3.12., 4.12., 5.12., 6.12., 10.12., 11.12., 12.12., Lindau Harbor 13.12., 17.12., 18.12., 19.12., 20.12. Arrives: 1:05, 2:45, 4:25, 6:05 pm Departs: 1:20, 3:00, 4:40, 6:20 pm Silvester Imperial 31.12.

INFORMATION INFORMATION Vorarlberg-Lines, Phone +43 5574 42868, [email protected] Hohentwiel Schifffahrtsgesellschaft m.b.H., Phone +43 5574 63560, [email protected] www.vorarlberg-lines.at www.ms-oesterreich.eu

24 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 25 28.11.–21.12. Christmas offers Hotel of your choice Regional hotels offer Christmas specials, St.Gallen fulfilling your winter holiday wishes in the four-country region.

The City of Stars – Holiday Getaway Book your personal Christmas experience in the city of 700 stars and stay at a hotel of your choice in St.Gallen! The exclusive accommodation package includes one to three nights in St.Gallen, a Christmas tour and a special holiday gift.

»»One to three nights including breakfast in the hotel of your choice »»Participation in the Christmas city tour through the Stellar City and a finale in the Restaurant Splügen »»Christmas present »»Christmas Markets on Marktplatz and on Gallusplatz »»Unique Advent lighting with 700 stars that illuminates the Old Town in a magical glow

Special offer 28.11.–21.12. From *From 116 CHF per person in a double room 194 CHF per person*

INFORMATION St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourismus, 9001 St.Gallen, Switzerland, Phone +41 71 227 3737, [email protected] www.st.gallen-bodensee.ch

26 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 27 25.10.2019–31.3.2020 21.–24.11. | 28.11.–1.12. | 5.–8.12. | 12.–15.12. Ringhotel Krone Bayerischer Hof Friedrichshafen Lindau

Wintertime at the Krone Advent Magic on the Christmas Island We are looking forward to it as much as the snow kings: These are Thanks to its unique backdrop of snow-capped mountains directly exceptional days when time is of little importance. The landscape on Lake Constance, Lindau’s Harbor Christmas is one of the most is at peace and we all reflect on essentials. Warmth, being close, beautiful in the country from November 21 to December 15, every pleasant discussions, culinary treats and sustenance for the soul. Thursday through Sunday.

»»Two nights with gourmet breakfast buffet »»Two nights including a bountiful breakfast buffet »»An aperitif at the piano bar »»Relax in our wellness area with sauna, sanarium, steam bath, fitness room and »»Two five-course evening meals as part of half-board indoor pool »»Free use of the spa and indoor pool with relaxation conservatory and infrared »»One gingerbread pastry and a cup of mulled wine cabin, gym, sauna area with log cabin sauna, sanarium, salt cave, relaxation »»Three-course Advent menu room with water beds, outdoor area with ice fountain and tea lounge with a cozy »»“Make your Game” in Casino Lindau (free admission and one drink at the bar) fireplace »»Additional bookable activities such as Advent rides, city tours, massages and »»Free parking in the underground car park beauty treatments »»Free WIFI

Special offer Special offer 21.–24.11., 28.11.–1.12., 5.–8.12., 12.–15.12. 25.10.–31.3. From *From € 238,– per person in a double room From *From € 194,– per person in a double room (not Christmas and New Year’s Eve) 194 € 238 € per person* per person*

INFORMATION INFORMATION Ringhotel Krone Schnetzenhausen, 88045 Friedrichshafen, Germany, Phone +49 7541 4080, Hotel Bayerischer Hof, 88131 Lindau, Germany, Phone +49 8382 9150, [email protected] [email protected] www.ringhotel-krone.de www.bayerischerhof-lindau.de

28 | Christmas Magic at Lake Constance 2019 www.lake-constance.com | 29 Overview of all Christmas events

Christmas markets Page 07.12. Christmas Market, Steißlingen (DE) 21.10. – 19.03. Winter Magic, Mainau Island (DE) ...... 9 07.12. – 08.12. Upper Swabian Village Christmas, Upper Swabian Museum Village, 08.11. – 06.01. Skating rink Vaduz (LI) ...... 19 Kürnbach (DE) 15.11. – 06.01. Skating rink, Überlingen (DE) ...... 16 07.12. – 22.12. Uptown Christmas Market , Bregenz (AT) - only Sat, Sun...... 18 15.11. – 23.12. Christmas Market at Kornmarktplatz, Bregenz (AT) ...... 18 10.12. – 11.12. Student Christmas Market, (DE) 21.11. – 23.11. Chocolate Market, Radolfzell (DE) ...... 1 12.12. – 15.12. Christmas Market, Ermatingen (CH) 21.11. – 15.12. Harbor Christmas, Lindau (DE) ...... 10 12.12. – 22.12. Christmas Market, Überlingen (DE) ...... 16 22.11. – 23.12. Christmas Market, Dornbirn (AT) ...... 18 13.12. – 15.12. Forest Christmas, skywalk allgäu nature adventure park (DE) ...... 17 27.11. Advent Village Market, (DE) 13.12. – 15.12. Christmas Market, (DE) 27.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, Großlaupheim Castle (DE) 13.12. – 15.12. Wolfegger Advent Market, Farmhouse Museum (DE) 28.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, Ochsenhausen (DE) 14.12. Winter Magic, Stockach (DE) 28.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, Leutkirch (DE) 14.12. Christmas Market, Wangen im Allgäu (DE) 28.11. – 22.12. Christmas Market on the Lake, Constance (DE) ...... 12 14.12. Christmas Market, Schloss Herdern (CH) 28.11. – 22.12. City of Stars, St.Gallen (CH) ...... 7 14.12.–15.12. The Princely Christmas Market, Vaduz (LI) ...... 19 29.11. Advent Market, (DE) 14.12. – 15.12. Christmas Market, Immenstaad (DE) 29.11. – 30.11. Christmas Market, (DE) 14.12. – 15.12. Christmas Market, (CH) 29.11. – 30.11. Advent Market, Weingarten (DE) 15.12. Christmas Market, Bermatingen (DE) 29.11. – 30.11. Christmas Market, Kressbronn (DE) 18.12. – 22.12. Christmas Market, (DE) 29.11. – 30.11. Horse and Collectibles, Bad Schussenried (DE) 19.12. Winter Harbor Festival, (DE) 29.11. – 01.12. A Castle Christmas, Tettnang (DE) ...... 14 20.12. – 22.12. Christmas Market, Frauenfeld (CH) 29.11. – 22.12. Lake Constance Christmas, Friedrichshafen (DE) ...... 13 21.12. Christmas Market, Wangen im Allgäu (DE) 29.11. – 22.12. Christmas Market, Ravensburg (DE) ...... 15 21.12. – 22.12. Christmas Market, Eriskirch (DE) 29.11. – 23.12. Winter Cabin Wonderland, (DE) 29.11. – 24.12. Christmas Market, Feldkirch (AT) ...... 18 Christmas ships 30.11. Christmas Market, Wilhelmsdorf (DE) 23.11. – 15.12. Advent Cruises, Lake Constance Passenger Ships (DE) ...... 22 30.11. Advent Market, Wasserburg (DE) 08.11. – 22.02. Theme Ships, Swiss Lake Constance Passenger Cruises (CH) ...... 21 30.11. Christmas Market, (DE) 28.11. – 15.12. Christmas Cruises, Vorarlberg-Lines (AT/DE) ...... 24 30.11. St. Nicholaus Market, Bad Saulgau (DE) 28.11. – 06.01. Catamaran to Christmas Markets, 30.11. Christmas Market, Arbon (CH) Katamaran-Reederei Bodensee (DE) ...... 23 30.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, (DE) 03.12.–31.12. Advent and New Year‘s Eve on the Art Deco MS Oesterreich (AT) ...... 25 30.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, Salem Castle and Palace (DE) 30.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, (DE) 30.11. – 01.12. Christmas Market, Engen (DE) 30.11. – 01.12. St. Nicholaus Market, (DE) Get the best : 30.11. – 15.12. Christmas Market, Biberach (DE) PLUS 30.11. – 21.12. Advent Village, Radolfzell (DE) ...... 11 THE BODENSEE CARD WINTER 01.12. Advent Market, Hagnau (DE) 01.12. Christmas Bazaar, Aach (DE) Give away three days of adventure or make yourself happy! 01.12. Advent Market in Schlössle, Weingarten (DE) Enjoy free admission to 60 winter attractions in Germany, Austria, Switzer­ PLUS 04.12. – 08.12. Isny Castle Christmas, Isny (DE) land and the Principality of Liechtenstein with the Bodensee Card ! 04.12. – 31.12. Fairytale City, Stein am Rhein (CH) ...... 8 And the best feature is that the card is valid on any three days between 05.12. – 08.12. St. Nicholaus Market, Weingarten (DE) October 21, 2019 and April 3, 2020. 05.12. – 08.12. Christmas Market, Radolfzell (DE) ...... 11 06.12. – 08.12. Castle Christmas, Tettnang (DE) ...... 14 Who’s onboard? 06.12. – 07.12. Advent Magic, (DE) » Säntis cable car » Mainau Island 06.12. – 07.12. Christmas Market, (DE) » Pfänder cable car 06.12. – 08.12. Christmas Market, Langenargen (DE) » Mountain lifts in Malbun 06.12. – 08.12. Christmas Market, Markdorf (DE) » Exclusive experiences 07.12. Christmas Market, Wangen im Allgäu (DE) 07.12. Christmas Market, Riedlingen (DE) 07.12. Advent Season, (DE) FROM 39 EURO 07.12. Christmas Market, (DE) Information, Gift cards and Ordering: www.bodensee-card.eu

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