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Colors of Konstanz - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Konstanz hosts lots of national festivals which would be quite interesting to visit. The Seenachtfest traditionally runs early in August. It has been held for more than sixty years, but according to historical records, the first such celebration had held in early 16th century. Over the past decade, the Seenachtfest festival became known outside the country, it is visited by many tourists from all over the world.
Fans of German cuisine would enjoy the rest in Konstanz as in local restaurants chefs prepare all the most popular national dishes. Foreign tourists like pubs very much, because there, in … 
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If you like history Konstanz can offer landmarks of different ages, as many of historical monuments have preserved here. Ancient fortification has survived also. ‘Powder Gate’ was … Open
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Travelers are recommended to visit Konstanz on Christmas Eve to participate in lots of events and shows. Christmas Fair, Christmassy dishes, street shows and games and other exciting activities are available for tourists. Special shows and entertainment programs performed for kids are making Konstanz an excellent family resort.
Konstanz has a great aquarium called SEA LIFE where visitors can appreciate the amazing beauty of the underwater world. The oceanarium is very large, there are 35 aquariums within its walls, … Open
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Before Rock am See, in the middle of August, another festival starts - this is about Seesucht dedicated to electronic music. It is also held on the shores of Lake Constance, presenting a wonderful combination of high-quality music and magnificent natural landscapes. Fans of techno, house, ambient, rave are all invited to the large-scale event in the world of electronic music. Famous headliners invited to participate in the festival (both local performers and foreign DJs) will not let anyone get bored.
1. The main type of public transport in Constanta is buses, by which one can reach any part of the city. Other cities located on the shores of Lake Constance can be reached by ferry. 2. A … Open
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At the end of June, the annual Flea Market (Flohmarkt) opens in the vicinity of Konstanz, in the village of Kreuzlingen. A visit to the fair is a great opportunity to buy some unique things such as jewelry, accessories, shoes, as well as taste the local cuisine. Another event is held along with the flea market - at this time, cultural and historical attractions of Upper Swabia are celebrating the “open day”, offering all comers an interesting program immersing into the atmosphere of a fairy tale. Thus, the event is regularly participated by such castles as Waldburg, Mochental, Aulendorf, Meersburg, Meßkirch, Tettnang, Sigmaringen. 
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Konstanz and surroundings
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Konstanz
♥ Kirche St. Georg, Reichenau, 8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika Mariä Himmelfahrt, Uhldingen-Birnau, 9.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Münster St. Maria und Markus, Reichenau, 9.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Kirche St. Peter und Paul, Reichenau, 11.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilika St. Martin von Tours und St. Oswald, Weingarten, 38 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Erzabtei St. Martin, Beuron, 45.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Liebfrauenbasilika, Rankweil, 56.1 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Konstanz
♥ Castle 'Gottlieben Castle' , 3.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Burg Meersburg' , 7.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Neues Schloss Meersburg' , 7.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Arenenberg Castle' , 9.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Krauchenwies' , 39.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Kyburg Castle' , 40.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Munot' , 40.8 km from the center. On the map
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Colors of Konstanz in photos
Search for popular touristic sites on Konstanz map
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Konstanz. Learn the best periods to visit Konstanz to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Konstanz.
