Nonnenhorn on Lake Constance

Nonnenhorn combines experiences on Lake Constance with a rich history of wine and village life. At the landing stage, you can rent pedal boats, motorboats and kayaks; in the village, a historic wine press and a village museum tell the story of life and work in the region. This means you can tailor your stay to suit different interests: spend time on the water, go on a bike ride or explore wine-growing and traditional crafts.

Water, cycling and paths through the countryside

If you want to experience Nonnenhorn from the water, there are several options at the landing stage: pedal boats, motorboats and kayaks are available to rent. For a two-wheeled tour, you can start the Panorama cycle route on Lake Constance near Lindau in Nonnenhorn. It is 21.7 km long—a specific distance to bear in mind when planning your day.

There is also a dedicated themed trail for walkers: the approximately 3 km-long Genussweg (Pleasure Trail) leads through the fertile Lake Constance countryside. Information boards explain key apple and grape varieties, as well as the art of fruit and wine growing. This makes the trail particularly interesting if you would like to learn more about local agriculture while out for a walk. The village walk, meanwhile, takes you to historic landmarks, lovingly tended front gardens and secluded little squares, and showcases the wine village’s well-preserved rural character.

Wine-growing and village history

The old wine press dates back to 1591 and is considered one of the oldest in the Lake Constance region. A program at the historic wine press explains how grapes were processed in the past and also covers the history of wine and fruit growing in Nonnenhorn. The dates listed for 2026 are April 1 to June 24 and October 7 to 28. The program includes a wine tasting for a contribution of 3 euros toward costs.

Another way to explore the wines of the area is the “Weintour Bodensee” (Lake Constance Wine Tour), starting in Nonnenhorn. It takes visitors to two or three wineries, where they can taste wines, tour wine cellars and learn about wine-growing by the lake. The Hornstein wine estate adds a place to stop and eat: its Rädlewirtschaft serves its own wine and a hearty snack.

Crafts, traditions and pilgrimage routes

The village museum brings to life the history of Nonnenhorn’s craftspeople and its fruit and wine growers. It is housed in a 300- to 400-year-old farmhouse. Exhibits include old wine-growing equipment, a cooper’s workshop, parts of a locksmith’s workshop and an old farmhouse kitchen with a sleeping chamber. The museum thus offers insight into different aspects of work and daily life that form part of the village’s history.

A living tradition also shapes the village: the Schäfflertanz (coopers’ dance) came to Nonnenhorn in 1846 and has traditionally been held there every seven years. For pilgrims, Nonnenhorn is a stopping point on the route toward Switzerland. The Bavarian-Swabian Way of St. James ends here at the historic St. James Chapel. From there, pilgrims traditionally cross Lake Constance by boat to Rorschach in Switzerland to continue their journey on the Via Jacobi.

Getting here and choosing a suitable base for your stay

Nonnenhorn has a Deutsche Bahn railway station and a landing stage served by seasonal BSB boats. It takes about ten minutes to reach Nonnenhorn by train from Lindau. These connections are useful points of reference when planning your base for a holiday and considering train or boat services. Whether you want to focus on the water, cycling, wine or local history, the experiences described offer different starting points for choosing a holiday apartment in Nonnenhorn.

More pages about nearby towns: Lindenberg im Allgäu, Weißensberg, Scheidegg, Sigmarszell, Opfenbach, Stiefenhofen, Bodolz and Weiler-Simmerberg.

For the broader travel overview: Lindau.