From the twin towns of Kreuzlingen-Konstanz and into the fields and reed areas before Gottlieben. Definitely try “Hüppen” before heading to Ermatingen. There are old fishermen’s houses by the lake and Eastern Swiss carpentry in the village. The Arenenberg Castle towers high above the shore; one of many here. Follow the railway line and the shore past Steckborn’s timber-framed houses and the monastery island of Werd. Two more islands are part of Stein am Rhein, the destination for this stage.