I’ve traveled around Germany quite a fair bit, visiting a bunch of beautiful places like Königssee, Neuschwanstein Castle, Augsburg, Nuremberg, and Dresden.
But I’ve also really enjoyed more “random” places that don’t make it on every bucket list. The place that instantly springs to mind is Wuppertal, near Cologne. Its suspension monorail is just so much fun.
What places in Germany have been your favorite? I’m after more “unknown” gems, as I’ve been drawn to those so much more than touristy spots lately.
No real favourites but I have lived in Konstanz (Constance) and Lindau (the other end of the lake) and travelled extensively around the country.
The list of ‘random’ places is endless…. Ulm, Aachen (Charlemagne’s Throne in the cathedral - don’t visit on Sunday), Koblenz, Bamberg, Freiburg, Baden-Baden, Berchtesgaden, Meersburg (near Lindau), Coburg (where Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s husband, was born); just to throw a few interesting ones out there.
I haven’t been to Erfurt or Saarbrucken, so could be looking at them sometime soon; along with anything interesting along the way.
Burghausen - holds the Guinness World Record for being the longest castle complex in the world.
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Thanks for sharing, @TravelNotes!
Lindau and the Bodensee Lake are on my list for spring or summer. Lindau always makes me think of one of my favorite Japanese punk songs: Linda Linda by The Blue Hearts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYC71PAuIKE 
Adding Meersburg to my list. And other places and landmarks around Lindau you’d recommend?
I forgot to mention Trier! The Porta Nigra gate and the Imperial Roman Baths are incredible.
How will you be getting around; driving or public transport?
Will you base yourself in one place?
If visiting Meersburg, Konstanz and Insel Mainau are close.
Cycling around Bodensee is fun, if you have the time.
Bregenz (Austria) is close to Lindau. You can take a cable car up the Pfänder for panoramic views of Lake Constance (Bodensee) and the Alps. There are also hiking trails and a wildlife park at the top, if that rocks your boat.
Friedrichshafen, on the northern shore of the lake between Lindau and Meersburg, is home to the Zeppelin Museum, which showcases the history of airships and aviation.
There’s a car ferry from here to Romanshorn, in Switzerland. Arbon is close by, with a charming little old town (quiet) and lakeside promenades; which can be a little busier, especially in Summer.
Reichenau Island, the other side of Konstanz, is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved medieval churches and peaceful atmosphere.
Going inland, you’ve got the Swabian Alps with plenty of small towns and villages to visit.
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@TravelNotes - another round of great insights, thanks!
Public transport is always my go-to, despite the troubles trains can cause, particularly in Germany. And cycling around the lake - that should be fun.
We might stay on the Austrian side. I’ve not been to Bregenz, so maybe there!
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I’ve also lived in Bregenz and Arbon for a while, and still visit the area often.
Cycling around the lake should definitely be considered, especially if you’ve got three to five days spare. We did it many years ago.
As you use public transport to get around, you might find the Bodensee Card useful.
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