Lake Constance, waterways and high-altitude views

Two hundred and fifty thousand tonnes of apples harvested each year, twenty different varieties and foliage that sets the landscapes of four different countries ablaze with red and gold. In the heart of Europe, where the borders of Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein meet amidst rolling hills and centuries-old vineyards, autumn is a goldmine for both the economy and tourism. The international Lake Constance region, the famous Bodensee, reveals its most mature and lucrative side for the hospitality sector at this time of year, transforming itself into a premier destination for slow tourism, food and wine tourism, and high-value-added tourism. Reaching this crossroads of Europe is a testament to logistical efficiency, thanks to the high-speed rail services operated by Trenitalia and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB). Modern EuroCity trains depart from Milan, Venice, Bologna, Genoa and Florence, travelling directly to Zurich, with connections to key destinations such as St Gallen or Constance.