Überlingen Travel Guide

 aussirose Says:  Even though Uberlingen is obviously very busy on the weekend, you can still find a quiet little tree lined street to walk along and get away from the crouds. 

 aussirose Says:  Uberlingen is right on Lake Konstanz so when you visit you must go for a wander along the lake front boardwalk.There is plenty of shade too should you decide to take a picnic along. This seemed like a popular thing to do here with families enjoying lunch together on their... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The sculpture at the Seepromenade is a modern interpretation of an old legend: "Der Reiter über den Bodensee". According to this, one dark and icy cold winter night a rider had to deliver an important message concerning some war activities. He rode across the snowy plains at... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The lakeside promenade is a much busier meeting point in summer, with benches, street cafes and flowers - these photos were taken in early February. On clear days the Alps are visible beyond the lake. The Bodesee cruise ships to Mainau, Meersburg and other places around the... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The lower, left part of the town hall with the painted facade dates back to the 14th century. The right wing was added 1490-1494. Since Überlingen had the legal status of a free imperial city till 1803, the facade to Münsterplatz bears the city's coat of arms, the red lion,... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The old town centre of Überlingen is small, nevertheless take your time and explore. Climb one of the narrow lanes and staircases uphill, no matter which. You'll find romantic spots and surprising views everywhere. 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The gothic Mount of Olives chapel (1493) shows Jesus praying in Gethsemane the night before his capture. 

 Kathrin_E Says:  The Gothic church we see today was begun in 1424 but contains parts of at least 5 older buildings. Economical difficulties delayed its completion till the late 16th century. The Southern steeple has never been finished and is covered with a wooden roof.The impressive... 

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 Kathrin_E Says:  The largest parade of the Überlinger Fasnet takes place on Carnival Sunday in the afternoon (start 14.30). The route is the same as that of the Hänselejuck : Franziskanertor - Franziskanerstraße - Christophstraße - Jakob-Kesselring-Straße - Landungsplatz -... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  Carnival Saturday is the big night when the "Hänselejuck", the night parade of the Hänsele guild, takes place in town. Red bengal fires illuminate the old town. The parade begins at 20.00 near the train station, leads through the Franziskaner gate, down Franziskanerstraße,... 

 Kathrin_E Says:  Überlingen is one of the most traditional centers of the alemannic Fastnacht, the variety of carnival celebrated in the South West of Germany. The main figure is the "Hänsele" in his black and coloured costume. Two big parades are done on the carnival weekend: the...