Discover Volkertshausen: Churches, Art and Cycling

Churches with their own stories

The Alte Kirche was built as a Catholic place of worship in 1839. Another landmark in the town’s history is St. Verena Church, built between 1971 and 1974. Inside, there is a Stations of the Cross made of glazed clay, featuring high and low relief. The works are by Polish artist Jacek Suidiczinsky and were given to the church in 1994. The architecture and artwork offer two different reasons to explore the churches in Volkertshausen.

In 1993, following the founding of an art association in Volkertshausen, a former church was provisionally prepared for its first concerts and exhibitions. Regular events organised by local associations are held at the Alte Kirche cultural and civic centre. It is worth keeping an eye on the dates when planning your visit; the historic first concerts and exhibitions should be distinguished from the events held regularly today.

A destination for culture and cycling

A useful landmark is the playground by the Alte Kirche. It is directly behind the church’s car parks and can be reached via the Friedenstraße entrance. This makes it possible to include a specific place near the Alte Kirche while taking in local life.

Volkertshausen lies along the Radolfzeller Aach. The Engen–Eigeltingen–Langenstein–Volkertshausen–Engen cycling tour also passes through the town. Check route conditions before setting off. If cycling is an important part of your stay, this tour is a helpful reference when planning your trip.

More to discover in the wider destination of Konstanz

You can also explore more of the wider destination of Konstanz. At Mainau Island’s Butterfly House, up to 120 different species and subspecies of butterflies from tropical regions of South and Central America, Africa and Asia live. The collection may change, so check the latest information before visiting. For travel to the entrance of Mainau Island, Ringbus routes 4/13 and 13/4 stop near the entrance. They run between Konstanz railway station and the districts of Litzelstetten, Wallhausen, Dingelsdorf and Dettingen. Checking the latest timetable can help with your planning.

Routes in the wider destination of Konstanz also offer different perspectives. The well-signposted, 53-kilometre SeeGang premium hiking trail connects Überlingen and Konstanz and passes through the Bodenseekreis and Konstanz districts. The RadgenussRouten cycle routes on the western shore of Lake Constance cross the landscapes of Konstanz district and bring together nature, culture and local highlights. The wider destination therefore offers hiking, cycling and cultural experiences as different options to consider when planning your trip.

Overnight guests in the wider destination of Konstanz can also use the BODENSEECARD WEST: it is issued at check-in in 14 participating towns. It serves as a free travel pass in Konstanz district as far as Stein am Rhein and Überlingen; it also provides a 20 per cent discount on Untersee boat trips and reduced museum admission. Check the current terms and benefits when planning your trip.

When choosing a holiday apartment in Volkertshausen, your travel group’s interests may be the deciding factor: local history, events or cycling each offer a different focus. When choosing a holiday apartment in Volkertshausen, your travel group’s interests may be the deciding factor: local history, events or cycling each offer a different focus.

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