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We continue to explain our bike tour of Lake Constance with children as a family that we have done this summer. An experience of almost 180 km pedaling with the family and staying in campsites with our tent that we have all enjoyed very much.

Today is the 2nd stage, the 2nd day en route, of this adventure after yesterday's day of the Stage 1, day 1 Lake Constance route by bike: From Fußach, Austria, to Arbon, Switzerland (38 km).

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Stage 2: From Arbon, Switzerland, to Konstanz in Germany, 41 km in the middle of a heat wave

We start this stage with desire and getting up early to avoid the heat wave that loomed over us. How crazy! Yesterday was intense, and the heat threatens To overcome oneself today. The Central European heat wave is making us start the route through Lake Constance en bike unexpectedly. But that doesn't stop us, we are ready for the action and family pedaling!

The Swiss part of Lake Constance It is, without a doubt, picturesque, but this stage turned out to be somewhat dull in terms of visits and interesting things to see, we hardly saw a single town the entire way! Basically, we pedal next to train tracks, and again. Come on, a little variety It wouldn't have been bad, Northern Switzerland Lake Constance!

To top it off, the heat wave has us trapped today! Some steep climbs and descents and a scorching sun, this is getting difficult! But in the midst of the monotony, we find a treasure: a hidden Beach in the lake.

A refreshing dip It was our prize and treasure halfway!

Before that, we wanted to see Locorama, old train museum about 10 kilometers from Arbon, riding a romanshorn, but upon arrival we discovered that it was only open on Sundays. Our joy in a well!

Thank goodness that in a few kilometers we found a coffee shop adjacent to Lake Constance with a good terrace where we could have a frozen.

The anecdotes, however, did not stop. When we go to pay, the lady tells us that only with «cash," and in cash we don't have even a Swiss franc…And to a nearby town with an ATM there are a few kilometers to be able to withdraw money… Thank goodness we were not the only tourist cyclists that this had happened to and the lady let us pay with euros and even had cultural, !

Summary: everything in this life has a solution except one thing. Let's keep pedaling! After hours of effort, we finally arrived at the gates of Constance, riding a GermanyBut adventure It wasn't over yet.

We made a mistake, we confused the bike lane and bang! 5 extra kilometers under the relentless sun on an infinite slope that we even climbed twice for more INRI for double error.

What an odyssey! We have won an award for our perseverance today!

Our arrival in Constanta

Fate rewarded us, we arrived at the center of Constanta. Without thinking about it, we We dived into the lake with clothes and everything.

What a glorious feeling! Since it was so hot, luckily we weren't the only ones taking a bath dressed hehe and no one was looking at us hehe

The Bodensee Card

Once refreshed, we ran to the tourist office in search of the famous Bondensee Cards. These cards offer access to 160 attractions, museums and activities around Lake Constance in all 3 countriess. ¡

How wonderful! We plan a lot of visits and things to do in the next few days.

But, in the end, reality exceeded expectations, and although we enjoyed some attractions, we discovered that the Bondensee Cards They were not as profitable as we expected, since our Tiredness will not allow us to do as much as we would have liked.

It doesn't matter, the adventure is what counts!

What to do and what to see in Constanta

After collecting the Bondensee Cards vWe visit Constanza.

Constance Cathedral

The Cathedral of Our Lady is an impressive Gothic building located in the center of the city. Its architecture and its history make it an unforgettable visit.

port of constance

Stroll through the picturesque port of the city and enjoy the view of the boats and the lake. Here you will also find numerous restaurants and cafes where you can taste delicious local dishes.

Historical center of the city

Explore the charming streets of the historic center of Konstanz, where you'll find historic buildings, charming shops, and a variety of places to eat and enjoy the local cuisine.

Rosgartenmuseum

If you are interested in the history and culture of the region, do not miss this interesting museum. The Rosgartenmuseum houses a rich collection of art and historical artifacts that will take you on a journey through time.

The House of the Witch (Hexenhaus)

Discover the leyenda of the "witch of Constance" in this mysterious house with a picturesque facade. Although she is not related to witches, her story is fascinating.

Rose Garden (Rosengarten)

Relax in this beautiful garden, full of colorful roses and other types of flowers. It is a perfect place to take a quiet walk or just sit and enjoy nature.

Sea Life Constanta Aquarium

If you travel with children, This aquarium will be an exciting experience for the whole family. You will be able to observe various marine species up close and learn about their natural habitat.

Boat trip on the lake

Take advantage of Konstanz's location next to Lake Constance and enjoy a rrelaxing boat ride. The panoramic views of the lake and surrounding area are simply spectacular.

Well deserved rest at the campsite and ready for more

After such a hard hot day, my mIgraña, faithful companion, reminded me that I urgently needed rest. just a few meters from reaching the campsite.

The shade of our tent was an oasis! The camping on the shores of Lake Constance It was just perfect, with chairs and tables to enjoy a quiet dinner and a nice beach to the lake for a swim.

In short, we overcome the hardest stage of our bicycle route with children around Lake Constance. And now we are looking forward to what awaits us tomorrow!

So, if you are also an adventurous spirit and are looking for a great plan to enjoy with your family, do not hesitate to take the bike route around Lake Constance!

! I assure you that you will have fun stories to tell and unforgettable experiences. Get ready to explore what to see on Lake Constance, lakeside campsites and everything this wonderful region has to offer!

¡See you on the next stage of our route! Pedal with us towards new adventures!

Stage 3: From Constanza to Uldinguen, 26 km, passing through the Isla de las Flores, a ferry and very cool visits for the whole family in Uldinguen (25 km).

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