If you like history Konstanz can offer landmarks of different ages, as many of historical monuments have preserved here. Ancient fortification has survived also. ‘Powder Gate’ was used as powder cellar during medieval age and as prison later on. Due to nature of tower workers local citizens sometimes call it ‘Jewish Tower.’ Famous basilica of Pope received its present name not so long ago, in 1995. It is one of the oldest buildings of the city; the very first church here was built in 590.
Konstanz is an ancient city located on the bank of the Rhine River. Over a thousand years ago the Romans founded here a camp that was named after Constantius Chlorus – the great Roman … Open
In Konstanz, there is no difficulty in finding fascinating entertainment for tourists with children. A great place for a family holiday is the Bodensee-Therme Konstanz - a modern indoor … Open
The most famous native of Konstanz is Ferdinand von Zeppelin, the inventor famous for his airships after whom the legendary LZ-127 was named - once the largest airship that made the first transatlantic flight in history. It is no wonder that now airships are a kind of symbol of the city and a separate museum is dedicated to them - the Zeppelin Museum Meersburg (located in the suburbs of the city, in the town of Meersburg). Here one can learn more about how airships are manufactured, about the life of Count Ferdinand von Zeppelin, as well as watch a film about the Hindenburg disaster. Another airship museum is also located not far from the city, in Friedrichshafen, where LZ-127 stopped during its round-the-world flight. Here you will see full-size models of airships.
Fans of German cuisine would enjoy the rest in Konstanz as in local restaurants chefs prepare all the most popular national dishes. Foreign tourists like pubs very much, because there, in … Open
Burg Meersburg, one of the oldest castles in Germany, is worth a visit as well. The first mention of the ancient 7th-century building dates back to 1147. In the castle museum, one can see antique furniture, ancient household items, weapons, works of art dating back to the Middle Ages. One of the main rooms in the museum is a torture chamber, and on the very top of the tower, one can find a great observation deck. In addition to Burg Meersburg, the Neues Schloss Meersburg can be found in the city - a baroque building from the 18th century known as a former residence of the Prince-Bishop of Constance.
Konstanz hosts lots of national festivals which would be quite interesting to visit. The Seenachtfest traditionally runs early in August. It has been held for more than sixty years, but … Open
Universität Konstanz is striking with its magnificent modern design, all the more so since it was built in 1966. Today it is considered one of the elite educational institutions in Germany where every second student wants to enroll. Zum Hohe Hafen, a mansion located on Konstanzer Obermarkt, is one of the most colorful places in town. The thing is that its walls are painted with magnificent frescoes depicting significant figures in the history of the city (Frederick VI, Emperor Wilhelm II). Other interesting buildings in the square include Hotel Barbarossa. It was here that Frederick I Barbarossa signed a peace treaty with the Lombard League (which happened in 1183). Besides that, Obermarkt once accommodated the city court building and a pillory.
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