The island features over 1,000 rose varieties in its Italian-style Rose Garden.
The arboretum contains sequoia trees planted in 1864 by Grand Duke Friedrich I of Baden.
The island is privately owned by the Swedish noble family Bernadotte.
The butterfly house maintains a constant tropical climate and houses approximately 1,000 free-flying specimens.
Mainau's climate is influenced by the 'Bodensee effect', allowing plants typically found in Mediterranean regions to thrive.
The palace church, St. Marien, features ornate Baroque interiors preserved from the Teutonic Order era.
The island functions as a year-round site for research and education regarding botanical sustainability.
Mainau is a 45-hectare horticultural park located on an island in Lake Constance, primarily known for its seasonal flower displays and the Baroque-era Mainau Castle. The island is owned by the Bernadotte family and functions as a managed tourist destination with extensive botanical collections, including an arboretum featuring giant sequoias. Visitors can explore a butterfly house, which is among the largest in Germany, alongside varying seasonal displays such as tulip shows in spring and dahlia exhibits in autumn. The castle, constructed in the 18th century, serves as the central architectural anchor of the grounds. The island is connected to the mainland via a pedestrian bridge. The garden layout is designed to rotate its floral theme annually. The location serves as a model for sustainable garden management in the Bodensee region.
The elevated view from the Italian Rose Garden looking back toward the Baroque castle.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the island spans 45 hectares and involves significant walking.
Check the official website for the current blooming calendar before visiting to time your trip with your preferred floral theme.
Plan to visit the butterfly house during mid-morning to avoid the largest crowds.
Trying to see every corner in under two hours, which leads to rushing through the primary botanical exhibits.
Open daily throughout the year, including weekends and public holidays; no seasonal closures.
Stick to marked paths to protect the sensitive floral displays; drones are prohibited.
