Friedrichshafen and surrounding area

One of the most beautiful lakeside promenades on Lake Constance is located in Friedrichshafen. It offers a magnificent view of the lake and the Alps behind it. The marina is right on our doorstep, and just a few minutes' walk away is the harbor for the "White Fleet" passenger ships, which depart from there for all the major towns on Lake Constance. But it's best to see for yourself...

The Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen provides a fascinating insight into the giant airships that still fly over Lake Constance today. Visitors can discover the history of the impressive airships in a multimedia presentation. The Zeppelin Museum houses the world's largest collection of airships. For example, the walk-through passenger compartments of the Hindenburg (LZ 129), which burned down in Lakehurst in 1937, can be experienced in a true-to-scale replica.

Experience the beauty of the famous flower island of Mainau, just a short drive from the SEEhotel Friedrichshafen. Discover colorful gardens, impressive landscapes and exciting attractions for the whole family.

The dream of flying comes true – on a journey through 100 years of aerospace history! Huge flying boats, nostalgic passenger planes and exciting exhibits from the world of space travel make a visit to the Dornier Museum Friedrichshafen a unique experience for the whole family. In the immediate vicinity of the airport, the museum houses around 400 exhibits on 5,000 square meters. In addition to numerous original aircraft, the two replicas of the Dornier Wal and Dornier Merkur are highlights of the exhibition and bring the pioneering spirit of the 1920s to life.

The municipality of Unteruhldingen on Lake Constance, very close to Friedrichshafen, is home to a special archaeological treasure. Reconstructions of pile dwellings from the Stone and Bronze Ages are on display here. Even 6000 years ago, our ancestors appreciated the beauty of Lake Constance and settled here. In the ARCHAEORAMA multimedia show, visitors can experience the pile dwellings from all possible perspectives.

One of the sights in Friedrichshafen is undoubtedly the castle church. It was built between 1695 and 1701 in the Baroque period and restored after being partially destroyed in the Second World War. The castle church offers guided tours, during which the interior of the church with its ornate stucco work can be viewed.

Change your perspective and experience spectacular views on a sightseeing flight with a real zeppelin. The DZR offers various sightseeing flights over Lake Constance with views of the Allgäu, castles and fortresses, the Vorarlberg region and the colorful islands of Lake Constance.