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Markdorf

Welcome to Markdorf, a charming little town in the Lake Constance district. As a destination, Markdorf is definitely worth a visit and offers numerous possibilities for a varied holiday.

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Attractions in Markdorf


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recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 20.5 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 650 m
Descent 350 m

On the fourth day, we hike from Markdorf via Gehrenberg and Betenbrunn to Heiligenberg. The strenuous mountain hike with two longer steep ascents ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Hiking Trail · Friedrichshafen
Around the Hepbacher and Leimbacher Ried
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 70 m
Descent 70 m

The nature tour leads into the drumlin landscape around the Hepbacher-Leimbacher Ried, one of the last larger low moors in the Bodenseekreis district.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Long Distance Hiking · Bodenseekreis
Jubilee Trail Bodensee district
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 115.5 km
Duration 27:30 h
Ascent 1,647 m
Descent 1,657 m

The Jubilee Trail Bodensee district leads in 6 stages through the diverse and scenic hinterland of the eastern Lake Constance.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Bicycle Rides · Lake Constance (BW)
Cycling route around Meersburg (Lake Constance)
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 33.7 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 59 m
Descent 59 m

Beautiful cycling route along Lake Constance and through the Meersburg hinterland

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from Andrea Dobinsky,   Outdooractive Premium
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 58.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 294 m
Descent 294 m

A round around the Gehrenberg - that's on the agenda for this easy day route. There is plenty of time to enjoy Lake Constance and the beautiful ...

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from Miriam Frietsch,   Outdooractive Premium
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 21.6 km
Duration 5:30 h
Ascent 125 m
Descent 100 m

On the third stage of the Anniversary Trail, we hike from Meckenbeuren through rural cultural landscapes, the diverse and scenic hinterland of the ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Hiking Trail · Friedrichshafen
Hepbacher-Leimbacher Ried circular trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 10.2 km
Duration 2:34 h
Ascent 76 m
Descent 76 m

A circular tour through a nature conservation area embedded in gentle hills with far-reaching views of the Alps. The harmonious reed landscape ...

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from Tourist-Information Friedrichshafen,   Tourist-Information Friedrichshafen
Hiking Trail · Lake Constance (BW)
Bermatinger Waldwiesen and Markdorf Tobel
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 11.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 150 m
Descent 150 m

Scenic hike from the winegrowing community Bermatingen with historic half-timbered houses on a premium hiking trail of the LandGänge through the ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Bicycle Rides · Lake Constance (BW)
Lake Constance round trip through the hinterland
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36.6 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 147 m
Descent 152 m

From Stetten we cycle via Bermatingen to the castle, monastery, and boarding school Salem, one of the most beautiful cultural monuments on Lake ...

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.6 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 93 m
Descent 93 m

Quiet remote route through the forests of Immenstaad with sheltered corners and small beauties.

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from Tourist-Information Immenstaad,   Tourist-Information
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Geographically, Markdorf is located on the north-eastern shore of Lake Constance and is surrounded by picturesque vineyards. The town itself has a historic centre with many half-timbered houses and small alleys that invite you to take a stroll.

Tourist attractions include Salem Castle, which is only a few kilometres away and is now used as a boarding school. Also worth seeing is the Birnau Monastery, which is located directly on the lakeshore and houses an impressive baroque church.

Cultural highlights are on offer, especially in summer: The town's cultural summer programme stages concerts of various musical genres as well as theatre performances - open-air events also take place.

If you are looking for culinary specialities, you should definitely try the regional wine or sample dishes typical of Lake Constance such as whitefish fillet or onion tart.

For outdoor activities, spring to autumn is particularly suitable: hikes through the nearby forests or along the lakeshore offer great views of the landscape. Cycling or water sports can also be practised here - for example stand-up paddling on the calm waters of Lake Überlingen.

If it rains, a visit to the Markdorf Museum of Local History or the town library is worthwhile. The indoor swimming pool also offers a chance to get some exercise.

The best time to visit Markdorf is on sunny days: then you can enjoy the view of Lake Constance and stroll through the alleyways of the old town - perhaps with an ice cream or coffee in hand.

So all in all, Markdorf is a versatile destination that has something to offer for every taste. A travel guide is definitely worthwhile here!

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  • September 15, 2026
    R E
    September 15, 2026
    Bin die Runde heute - dem erneut "vermeintlich letzten Sommertag" - mit meinem Corssbike (also kein eBike) gefahren. An reiner Fehrzeit habe ich rd. 2:40 Stunden gebraucht. Mir hat die Strecke sehr gut gefallen. Ich bin allerdings in Oberteuringen gestartet. Schöne Ausblicke auf den Bodensee und die Alpen und zu dieser Zeit fühlt man sich angesichts der erntereifen Obstplantagen und Weinberge dem Paradies schon ziemlich nahe. Das Bodenseehinterland hat sehr viel zu bieten und zu entdecken. Sehr wohltuend die Ruhe gegenüber den Touristenzentren am See. Zur Einkehr, auf etwa der Hälfte der Strecke in meinem Fall, kann ich das "La Luna" in Oberuhldingen empfehlen.
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    Variety of paths Scenic
    Written September 15, 2026
  • June 07, 2026
    Rudolf Seidel 
    Wer die Störche nicht gesehen hat, hat etwas verpasst. Eine absolut lohnende Tour im Nist-Zeitraum ab Mai.
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    Challenging Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written June 07, 2026
  • June 07, 2026
    Rudolf Seidel 
    Das Bodensee-Hinterland ist ein lohnendes Ziel. Vorschlag für die Einkehr: Abstecher nach Raderach, Gasthof Krone.
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    Challenging Variety of paths Scenic
    Written June 07, 2026
  • June 07, 2026
    Rudolf Seidel 
    Sehr schöne Tour abseits des Bodensee-Ufers. Das Hinterland ist eine eigene Reise wert.
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    Challenging Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written June 07, 2026
    Bicycle Rides
    Linzgau Loop 2022
  • June 07, 2026
    Rudolf Seidel 
    Eine sehr schöne Tour in Hinterland des Bodensee. Vorschlag zur Einkehr: Ein Abstecher nach Obersiggingen zum Gasthaus zum Sternen lohnt sich.
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    Challenging Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written June 07, 2026
  • August 22, 2025
    Franz Xsver
    August 19, 2025
    Schöne Wanderung mit einigen tollen Ausblicken. Dazwischen viele schattige Waldwege. Ideal für einen heißen Tag.
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    Written August 22, 2025
  • April 12, 2025
    Manfred Buchmann 
    April 12, 2025
    wunderschöne Riedlandschaft
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    um das Hepbacher Ried
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    um das Hepbacher Ried Riedlandschaft im Hintergrund Oberteuringen
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    um das Hepbacher Ried Riedlandschaft
    Photo: Manfred Buchmann, Community
    um das Hepbacher Ried Riedlandschaft Heckrinder im Hintergrund
    Photo: Manfred Buchmann, Community
    um das Hepbacher Ried Gehrenberg im Hintergrund
    Photo: Manfred Buchmann, Community
    um das Hepbacher Ried Weißstörche auf Strommasten
    Photo: Manfred Buchmann, Community
    um das Hepbacher Ried Raderach Fichtenburgstraße
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    um das Hepbacher Ried Raderach Fichtenburgstraße
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    Written April 12, 2025
  • March 07, 2025
    Marcel G
    Gemütlicher kleiner Wanderweg durch den wald
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    Written March 07, 2025
  • October 20, 2024
    Bettina Günther
    October 20, 2024
    Tolle Tour auch Mitte Oktober 😊und danach Einkehrschwung im Hof Steffelin
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    Written October 20, 2024
  • July 17, 2024
    Theo Bauer 
    July 17, 2024
    Kapelle Haldenberg Rast mit herrlichem Blick
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    Photo: Theo Bauer, Community
    Written July 17, 2024
    Bicycle Rides
    To the Hepbacher Ried
  • February 03, 2024
    Anke S 
    Sehr schön und abwechslungsreiche Tour. Bis auf das längere Waldstück immer mit schöner Aussicht auf See und Berge.
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    Photo: Anke S, Community
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    Photo: Anke S, Community
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    Photo: Anke S, Community
    Photo: Anke S, Community
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    Photo: Anke S, Community
    Photo: Anke S, Community
    Written February 03, 2024
  • August 07, 2023
    Christian Essmann
    Abwechslungsreiche Tour, einige Störche gesehen. Schotteranteil relativ hoch. Erstaunlich, wie ruhig und beschaulich es in den Siedlungen in der „zweiten Reihe“ im Vergleich zu denen direkt am See zugeht.
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    Written August 07, 2023

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