Standing 246 metres tall, TK Elevator Test Tower is one of Germany's tallest buildings – where high-speed lifts take you up 232 meters above ground in just under a minute.
Enjoy wonderful panoramic views of Rottweil and its surroundings from its observation deck, as well as learning about how this tower helps reduce development time for skyscrapers around the world.
You can buy tickets either on site or online on the official website.

Leave your car in the car park on the mainland in front of Mainau Island. From here you can cross the pedestrian bridge to the island and then explore all its hidden gems on foot. Baroque Palace is absolutely worthwhile.

Uncover majestic beauty as you explore Mainau Baroque Palace, an architectural wonder brought to life by the talented designer Johann Caspar Bagnatos between 1739 and 1746. Carefully crafted despite limited funds, this symmetrical palace complex will take your breath away!
After seeing the palace, take some more time to explore this island paradise! From lush gardens filled with sweet-smelling plants to a butterfly house and palm house, there's plenty here for the sophisticated traveller.
To see the island of Mainau and all its beauties, you need to buy a day ticket.

You can use this car park to walk to lunch, which will be held on the lake shore.

This is a great restaurant right on the harbour in lake Constance. The restaurant always gets great reviews for the delicious food, creative presentation and friendly staff. So, you certainly won't be disappointed. The view of lake Constance is a bonus on top.
After lunch, you can take a walk through Konstanz to see the beautiful little town.

Take the car ferry from Konstanz to Meersburg. Boarding by car is quick, and there is a car ferry to Meersburg every few minutes (every 15 minutes in the main season). It is absolutely comfortable and easy. Enjoy the crossing and the great view of the lake and the surrounding nature.
The time calculation already includes the journey to Meersburg by ferry.

As no parking is allowed in Meersburg's Old Town, you can use this car park within a 5-minute walk of Germany's oldest castle. You will also have a great opportunity to walk around the picturesque town on foot.

Take a step back in time and explore the historic Meersburg castle for an unforgettable journey. Located on Lake Constance, this centuries-old castle is one of Germany's oldest continuously inhabited fortifications. Overlooking the lake from its perch atop a hill, it was first built during the 7th century. Over the centuries, there have been necessary alterations and renovations to the castle.
Step across its ancient drawbridge and transport yourself back in time – you can walk through more than 35 rooms that provide insight into life during medieval times. Explore the Palace Room with its beautiful decoration scheme worthy of nobility or head down to the castle dungeon – if you dare – which includes both torture chamber and armoury.
Lose yourself among knights, bakers, and servants while discovering fascinating facts about torture chambers, poets and other facets of the castle's daily existence.

There are many pretty little towns and villages along the lakeside. So, why not linger and explore Friedrichshafen.

The Friedrichshafen lakeside promenade is one of the most picturesque walks on Lake Constance, stretching from the Rotach to the castle. There are plenty of opportunities to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery with stunning panoramic views of the lake and Alps.
If you have more spare time, take a leisurely stroll to the sandstone palace pier built by King Charles I for himself, or visitors arriving from afar. Along the way, observe many attractions such as fountain located right on the lake or the city garden. The journey to the palace pier takes approximately 20 minutes one-way, so be sure to give yourself enough time to fully appreciate this wonderful area and all its natural beauty!

Although you can drive closer to the sights planned for the evening, narrow streets and small car parks await you there. So, you can take advantage of this multi-storey car park and have a quiet look around the beautiful city before heading out for dinner.

The small town of Lindau on the tiny island will definitely enchant you. Take a look at the Mangturm Tower and take a leisurely stroll through the small town. Lindau is so small and charming, you can't get lost, and you're guaranteed to be thrilled.
You can visit the tower from the inside only uring limited opening hours. But just seeing it from the outside is beautiful, and the surroundings will inspire you even more.

Restaurant Großstadt is a small, very charming restaurant in the heart of Lindau. The food is great, and the atmosphere is homely and friendly. You'll definitely feel very comfortable and can reflect on the day before getting ready for the long drive back.