Lake Constance week 2025: Sail festival inspires visitors despite theft!

Lake Constance week 2025: Sail festival inspires visitors despite theft!

On Friday, June 13th, the International Lake Constance Week (IBW) experienced a sunny day with warm temperatures and only weak wind. This event, which was an important European water sports event until 1972 and was launched again in 2009 after a 37-year break, also attracts numerous visitors this year. The organization team around Klaus-Peter Wehner, who celebrated his 70th birthday that day, is preparing for a lively festival that is much more than just a sailing regatta. Many are certain: here you breathe maritime flair while the harbor turns into a big folk festival. [Südkurier reports] (https://www.suedkurier.de/region/kreis-konstanz/dieses-segelfest-buß-landratten-bodensewochewochewoche-bringe-maritimes-flair-ssee ;art372414013).

While the participants were waiting for the races in weak wind, the visitors were busy with a smile and a discovery tour. You have to see that the Lake Constance week not only attracts water sports enthusiasts, but also many land rats who are interested in maritime culture and the event atmosphere. The wind finally subsided in the afternoon and ensured exciting races. It is not only the view of the sailing that attracts people here, but also the feeling of community and exchange among the participants and spectators.

a festival with tradition

The first sailors and motorboat drivers organized the Lake Constance Week in 1909 to create a social meeting point. Initially dominated rowing regattas and motor boat races, but the event soon developed into a social highlight, where noble and industrialists came together. The sporting aspect took a back seat, and networking was very important. This tradition can still be felt today, while the Lake Constance Week is celebrated as a festival for all generations. The Wikipdia page points out that the IBW 2012 finally became the annual institution that now takes place annually in spring.

In a special moment, Klaus-Peter Wehner was honored for his commitment by the President of the German Sailing Association, Mona Küppers. The sailors sang a birthday serenade that underlined the festive atmosphere. This cooperation, in which the enthusiasm for sailing was noticeable, ensures that the Lake Constance Week becomes an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. "There is something", it strikes a participant who describes the prevailing mood.

attractions and offers at the port

The Maritime market mile has increased greatly in recent years, with more and more stand operators who expand the offer. The historic steamship "Hohentwiel" visited the port of Constance and was escorted by other boats, which was amazed by the visitors. In addition, the guests were able to win a two -hour tour with the Motorboat MS "Altenrhein". Likewise, numerous traditional and old boats were in the harbor, including not only the "Hohentwiel", but also an impressive number of Riva motor boats that aroused nostalgic feelings.

The Lake Constance Week has developed into a festival that goes far beyond sport. It is a meeting point for young and old, athletes and interested parties where maritime life is celebrated. Superstitions are part of this tradition, and so the overbord throwing of sherry was not exuberant to the boats to celebrate the day - a custom that has found its place despite the modern age. A high on the Lake Constance Week, which also leaves a lasting impression this season!