Aussichtsturm Friedrichshafen, also known as Moleturm, is a big watch tower which offers panoramic views of Lake Constance as well as the city of Friedrichshafen. The best is, the admission is free and its a great place to take amazing pictures and up your social media game.
Visit the Dornier Museum for an insight into the aviation history of Germany, as this aerospace museum showcases several aircraft designed by Claude Honoré Desiré Dornie (Founder of the Museum), the Dornier Company, and EADS aerospace pieces. Apart from aircraft, the captivating building also houses experimental aerial vehicles, historical photographs, satellites, and miscellaneous aerospace materials.
The Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen is a unique museum that doubles as both an aviation and a fine art museum. The museum is considered to be the world's largest museum that focuses on aviation technology. The museum's centerpiece is an authentic reproduction of the famous LZ 129 ‘Hindenburg’, which, along with other aircraft models, photographs, documents and archives introduces visitors to the rather unknown world of aircraft. The art collection at the Zeppelin Museum includes paintings and artworks from the medieval ages and well into modern times. The primary aim of the fine art section of the museum is to promote talented artists of the Lake Constance region.
Meersburg Castle is a wonderful castle that towers above the city. The castle was first built during the 7th century and is considered to be the oldest castle in Germany. A famous attraction among the tourist and the locals, this castle has been owned by several lords and kings of various centuries whose exhibits have been well preserved over the years. The visit to the castle is done in five parts where each part has several rooms that have been well categorized. Visitors can explore the architectural area of the castle, the big wheel of the mill, the Baroque staircase, memory room, kitchen, baking room, etc. The museum also conducts themed and guided tours for which prior reservation is required.
Established in 1989, the Zeppelin Museum in Meersburg preserves and exhibits memorabilia pertaining to zeppelins from early to mid-20th-century. Located in the basement of an old building, the museum is renowned for being the home of more than 15,000 artifacts, including crew uniforms, Morse transmitters (from the 20th century) and many more, and screens films about the airships of the said era upon request.
The new palace or Neues Schloss is a historic castle and an architectural marvel. Dating back to 1760, the castle is made up of floors, each of which is culturally significant. On the first floor, explore a world of artworks displayed by modern and contemporary artists. Further upstairs, experience the lifestyle of Prince-Bishop. The furnishings, the paintings, and just about everything define royalty and elegance. The castle comprises an in-house cafe and a museum for the visitors and can be rented for special occasions like weddings, birthday parties, and corporate events.
In the heart of Bregenz, there is a treat for all art lovers: Magazin4. This venue is where artists from the region and beyond come to have their work displayed and appreciated by art enthusiasts who flock here. The building looks quite modern from outside, and inside, the rooms are spacious and allow a lot of natural light to come in. Art displayed here varies from works in sculpture and fine art, to photography. See website for information on upcoming shows.
The Münster Sankt Nikolaus is famed as one of the largest Gothic structures in the country. Its towering steeple, fitted with the popular Osanna bell, defines the horizon of this quaint town. The church's facade reflects architectural brilliance and its interior houses a remarkable collection of paintings and other works of art.
Nestled right in the heart of Kressbronn am Bodensee, Maria Hilfe der Christen is amongst the town’s main churches. Built between 1936 and 1937, one of the notable features here are the handles of the door which are decorated with Evangelical symbols.
An old monastery that was founded in the 12th Century, Kloster Weißenau is a significant structure in Ravensburg. The monastery was dissolved post secularization but the buildings are well preserved. The abbey church of Saint Peter and Paul is a noteworthy building dating back to the 18th Century. The ballroom of the convent is used for local concerts and can seat up to 300 people. The Zentrum für Psychiatrie Weißenau is housed in one of the monastery buildings.