Egnach on Lake Constance – Orchards, the Bireweg and Cultural Heritage

Egnach lies on the shore of Lake Constance between Arbon and Romanshorn. The municipality includes farmland and forest, and has 2.8 kilometres of shoreline on the lake. Despite some industrial buildings and residential neighbourhoods, intensive fruit growing has preserved its rural character to this day. You can plan your day around different aspects of the area: a walk through the orchard landscape, a swimming spot by the lake and historic buildings.

Orchard landscape and the Bireweg

Field fruit growing began in the 18th century, earning the area the historic nickname “Mostindien” (Cider India). You can experience this heritage particularly vividly on the Bireweg: the route, just under eight kilometres long, leads from the former Egnach cider press through large orchards and traditional tall-stem orchards to Winden railway station.

At ten stops along the way, a digital guide in the “CubeTrail” app explains the village’s history, fruit growing and points of tourist interest. The route thus links the landscape with aspects of local history. The Bireweg is accessible every day at any time. The app can be downloaded free of charge from the Apple App Store and for Android. Check the latest access information and app availability before setting out.

Swimming on Lake Constance

Luxburg lido is a freely accessible swimming spot on Lake Constance. The lido has a swimming raft, changing cabins, showers, a playground, table tennis tables, barbecue areas and a kiosk. A spacious sunbathing lawn completes the facilities. Alongside a route through the orchards, swimming and spending time by the water offer other ways to enjoy your day.

The facilities listed may change over time, and seasonal operating details may vary. Check the latest information about the lido before your visit.

Luxburg Castle and churches

Luxburg Castle is under legally binding protection and is classified as particularly valuable. It was built at the end of the 14th century as a residence for the Heinzel von Tegelstein family and was granted a letter of exemption by Emperor Frederick III. A temporary summer bistro currently offers visitors a way to experience the castle. The bistro is a seasonal offering; check the latest opening information before your visit.

The old Chapel of Saint Gallus was once the parish church of Steinebrunn. A small round-arched window from the 13th century is located on the choir’s end wall; it was discovered and uncovered during the 1964/65 renovation. The parish church of Saint Gallus and Otmar of Steinebrunn stands on Winzelnberg and is visible from afar.

Textile history and railways

The history of textile production in Egnach includes linen trading, hand embroidery and mechanical embroidery. The railway lines also mark important milestones in the area’s history: Egnach got a station on the Romanshorn–Rorschach line in 1869. The Lake Constance–Toggenburg Railway line was built in 1910. It is now operated by Südostbahn and serves stations in Neukirch, Steinebrunn and Winden. If you plan to travel by train during your stay, check the current timetable.

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