Weingarten, Württemberg Travel Guide

City City in Baden-Württemberg with local history

Around the Baroque Weingarten Abbey, pilgrims and architecture fans come for the basilica, cloistered courtyards and the annual Blutritt horse procession; cafés and markets spill into the town’s grid of streets.

Costs

Around $90-$130 per day

German prices apply; expect mid-to-high costs for accommodation and dining.

Safety

Very safe and orderly

Very safe with typical German public-order standards.

Best Time

May-September

Pleasant weather and regional festivals make late spring to early autumn ideal.

In This Guide

Why Visit Weingarten, Württemberg?
Top Things to Do
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Time

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Weather

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Population

23,802

Infrastructure & Convenience

Excellent rail and road links, compact centre, clear signage and visitor services.

Popularity

Popular with regional pilgrims and day-trippers from larger nearby cities.

Known For

Weingarten Abbey Basilica, Baroque architecture, pilgrimage traditions, Benedictine heritage, local festivals, historic market square, regional museums, classical concerts

Weingarten's monumental Baroque basilica dominates the town and is one of Germany's largest Baroque churches.

Why Visit Weingarten, Württemberg? #

Weingarten in Württemberg centers on the Baroque Basilica of St. Martin and the former Benedictine abbey, a major draw for history and architecture fans. Each year the town stages the famous Blutritt equestrian procession, an intense local tradition that brings thousands of riders and spectators together on Good Friday. Pair visits to the abbey with Swabian cuisine-think Maultaschen and hearty roasts-and you get a sense of old regional customs in an approachable small-town setting.

Top Things to Do in Weingarten, Württemberg

All Attractions ›

Lake Constance

Large Central European lake bordering Germany, Austria, Switzerland

Lake

Pfänder

Mountain above Lake Constance with panoramic summit views

Mountain

Heuneburg

Celtic hillfort archaeological site with reconstructed fortifications

Archaeological Site

Kunsthaus Bregenz

Contemporary art museum housed in glass cube

Museum

Meersburg Castle

Medieval lakeside castle on Lake Constance, well-preserved

Castle

Bussen

Prominent Swabian hill topped by pilgrimage church

Mountain

Federsee

Shallow lake and marsh in Baden-Württemberg, prehistoric finds

Lake

Gehrenberg

Wooded hill in Baden-Württemberg with observation tower

Mountain

Don't Miss

Basilika St. Martin und Oswald - Baroque basilica with ornate interior and regular organ concerts and guided tours.
Klosterplatz (Monastery Square) - Historic monastery square surrounded by arcades, cafés, and preserved monastic buildings.
Weingarten Rathaus (Town Hall) - Decorated town hall on Marktplatz offering period architecture and local history displays.

Hidden Gems

Abbey Museum (Klostermuseum) - Small museum inside the abbey presenting liturgical art and monastic artifacts.
Schussen riverbank paths - Quiet riverside paths ideal for walks, birdwatching, and relaxed picnics close to town.
Weekly farmers' market (Wochenmarkt) - Weekly market featuring regional produce, cheeses, sausages, and friendly local vendors.

Day Trips

Ravensburg - Medieval town with narrow streets, museums, and about twenty minutes' drive away.
Lake Constance (Bodensee) - Large lake offering boat trips, lakeside promenades, and alpine views around forty minutes' drive.

Best Time to Visit Weingarten, Württemberg #

Visit Weingarten between late spring and early autumn for warm, sunny days, markets and trips to Lake Constance. Winters are cool and damp but the town feels cozy.

Winter

December - February · 0°C to 6°C (32°F to 43°F)

Cool, damp winters with short daylight; cozy cafés and church interiors compensate, but outdoor exploration is brisk and often grey.

Spring & Autumn

March - May & September - November · 6°C to 20°C (43°F to 68°F)

Mild, changeable weather perfect for wandering cobbled streets and vineyards; expect sunny days mixed with occasional showers and cooler mornings.

Summer

June - August · 15°C to 27°C (59°F to 81°F)

Warm, pleasant summers with long evenings - great for biking, festivals and Lake Constance excursions; heatwaves are rare but possible.

Best Time to Visit Weingarten, Württemberg #

Climate

Weingarten, Württemberg's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (978 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

-22°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Freezing

0°C

Temperature

-3° – 3°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

56 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.8h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-2° – 4°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

54 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.1h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

5°

Feels Like Cold

5°C

Temperature

1° – 9°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

61 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

3° – 13°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

72 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

13.5h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

8° – 19°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

107 mm

Rainfall

2.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

12° – 22°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

113 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

15.7h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

14° – 24°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

113 mm

Rainfall

2.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

15.3h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Mild

18°C

Temperature

13° – 24°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

110 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.1h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

10° – 19°

82%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

80 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

6° – 13°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

66 mm

Rainfall

1.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

1° – 7°

91%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

77 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-1° – 3°

92%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

69 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.3h daylight

How to Get to Weingarten, Württemberg

Weingarten (Württemberg) is well served by regional rail and bus links, with Friedrichshafen the nearest regional airport and Stuttgart the closest major airport. For most visitors the train to Ravensburg and a short transfer is the easiest approach.

By Air

Friedrichshafen (FDH): Friedrichshafen Airport is the closest small regional airport (about 30-40 km) with connections to several German cities; from there you can use a combination of bus and regional train to reach Weingarten in roughly 40-60 minutes. Taxis from FDH to Weingarten are quicker but costlier.

Stuttgart (STR) / Munich (MUC): Stuttgart and Munich are the larger international airports used by many travellers; from Stuttgart expect a 1.5-2.5 hour rail journey via Ulm or Ravensburg depending on connections, while Munich is farther and typically a 2.5+ hour trip by train.

By Train & Bus

Train: Weingarten (Württemberg) is served by regional trains that connect with Ravensburg and Ulm; Deutsche Bahn regional services and local buses make connections straightforward. Travel times from Ravensburg are typically 10-20 minutes by train or bus.

Bus: Local bus services cover the town and nearby villages; buses complement the rail network for destinations not directly served by train and are useful for short journeys within the district.

How to Get Around Weingarten, Württemberg #

Weingarten (Württemberg) is compact and pleasant to explore on foot; the centre, including the basilica and monastery area, is easily walkable. Regional trains and buses connect Weingarten with Ravensburg and other nearby towns. Cycling is popular and local buses serve residential areas. Taxis are available; short bus fares are reasonable within the region.

Where to Stay in Weingarten, Württemberg #

Budget

Weingarten (Württemberg) has small guesthouses; I need internet access to provide verified names and web links.

Mid-Range

Comfortable mid-range hotels near the basilica are available; I can list and link them after an online check.

Luxury

Luxury options in Weingarten are limited; I'll search nearby Lake Constance towns for premium stays if you want.

Where to Eat in Weingarten, Württemberg #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Weingarten, Württemberg's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional

Italian

German

Pizza

Kebab

Burger

Asian

Greek

Indian

Turkish

International

Pasta

Salad

Mexican

Cake

Chicken

Sausage

Sandwich

Breakfast

Vietnamese

Nightlife in Weingarten, Württemberg #

Nightlife in Weingarten is calm and community-focused: cafés, wine bars and small pubs provide most evening entertainment. The town hosts cultural events and concerts, but there is no large-scale late-night scene. If you want more active nightlife, nearby larger towns have bars and clubs.

Shopping in Weingarten, Württemberg #

Shopping is centred on the town centre with a mix of local shops, bakeries and small department stores. For larger retail centres and a wider brand selection, nearby Ravensburg is the place to go. Local markets and specialty food shops are good for regional products and everyday purchases.