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Friedrichshafen
Friedreichshafen
🇩🇪 Baden-Württemberg · Germany — Altitude 406 m
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This live camera looks out over Friedrichshafen on the northern shore of Lake Constance in southern Germany. It is a good way to check conditions on the lake and the lakeside town before heading out. The stream is provided by its owner, the Graf-Zeppelin-Haus, and is embedded here with a link to the source.
A town shaped by the lake
Friedrichshafen sits on the Bodensee, the large lake that borders Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The town is known as the historic home of Zeppelin airships, and its lakefront, harbour and palace gardens have long drawn visitors. The surrounding landscape is gently rolling, with orchards, vineyards and the Alps visible on clear days to the south.
What to watch and when
Lake views change quickly with the weather, so the picture is often most interesting in the early morning when the water may be calm and mist can lie over the shore. Late afternoon and sunset bring warm light across the lake, and autumn storms or clear winter days can make the mountains stand out sharply. Ships and ferries crossing the water are a natural thing to look for in the warmer months.
Climate and getting around
The region has a mild climate for Germany, with warm summers and cool, often damp winters, and the lake moderates temperatures along the shore. Spring and early autumn are pleasant for walking and cycling along the water. Nearby cameras on the other side of Lake Constance, including Eriskirch, Uttwil and Rorschach, show the opposite shores and are worth comparing.
Current conditions and time
Local time and the current weather are shown on this page alongside the live view, together with a three-day forecast. Because the lake can change conditions within hours, checking the live picture together with the forecast gives a better sense of what to expect than either one alone.
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Source: Graf-Zeppelin-Haus
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About this camera
What is the weather in Friedrichshafen now?
The current weather and a three-day forecast for Friedrichshafen are shown in the live block on this page. The figures update automatically, so they reflect the latest available data for the town.
What time is it in Friedrichshafen?
The local time for Friedrichshafen, which follows Central European Time, is displayed on this page next to the live camera. It updates continuously, so you can see the current time there at a glance.
Where exactly is this webcam located?
The camera is in Friedrichshafen, Baden-Württemberg, on the northern shore of Lake Constance at about 406 metres above sea level. The map on this page shows its position relative to the lake and the town.
When is the best time to watch the Friedrichshafen camera?
Early mornings often give calm water and soft light, while late afternoons bring warm colours across the lake. Clear days are best for seeing the Alps in the distance.
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