Stage

1.01 Konstanz - Märstetten


13km
Distance

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Walking time

278m
Total climb

218m
Total descent
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Pilgrims hostel Märstetten

Stage description

The trail winds through the residential and industrial areas of Kreuzlingen. It then leads through the forest—following the Saubachtobel valley and the Kreuzweg path—to the church in Bernrain (well worth a visit). Here, it’s worth taking a short detour of about 100 meters past the cemetery, as you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking view of Lake Constance.

After that, there’s a long stretch of paved road, except for a beautiful section of forest near Lippodswilen. (There’s a picnic area and a spot to swim in the river.) In the village of Wald, there’s a fountain again after quite a while—and shortly after that, a hill with a bench and a great view, which is perfect for a break.

I found plenty of water fountains and restrooms along the entire route and didn’t need to bring my own water.
In summary: an easy stage, a few moderate climbs, mostly paved roads, occasional shade, and good access to water.

Last text update: 13.06.2022
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Hiking maps

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Marking

  • Via Jacobi Via Jacobi

This stage is part of the Schwabenweg (Via Jacobi / Wanderland Route 4) hiking trail.

Accommodation

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Literature

  • Cover Rother Wanderführer - Jakobswege Schweiz: Von Konstanz, Rorschach und Rankweil bis Genf

    Rother Wanderführer - Jakobswege Schweiz: Von Konstanz, Rorschach und Rankweil bis Genf

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    The E1 follows the Via Jacobi / Schwabenweg from Konstanz to Brunnen

    Language: german
    ISBN-13: 978-3763340682

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  • Cover Outdoor: Schweiz: Jakobsweg - vom Bodensee zum Genfersee

    Outdoor: Schweiz: Jakobsweg - vom Bodensee zum Genfersee

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    The E1 follows the Via Jacobi / Schwabenweg from Konstanz to Brunnen

    Language: german
    ISBN-13: 978-3866864924

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  • Fernwanderweg E1 Deutschland Süd

    Der Schweizer Jakobsweg: Vom Bodensee zum Vierwaldstättersee

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    The E1 follows the Via Jacobi / Schwabenweg from Konstanz to Brunnen

    Language: german
    ISBN-13: 978-3724310532

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