Steckborn, Switzerland

Feeling like we've all but exhausted our stay in Winterthur, we finally decided to move on. Looking through the Reisemobile Bode Atlas book, we found a Stellplatz in nearby Steckborn for only 12 chf per night (vs. the 22 chf at the campground in Winterthur). Why not? Instant savings of 10 chf per night can't be disputed - even if the dump station is 1.3 km from the parking lot.



An easy 30-minutes drive (after filling up propane in Winterthur where there is a huge facility for propane, helium and other gasses), we arrived in a sleepy town on the edge of the Boden See. Across the water is Germany, where we're planning to head for the winter holidays.



The town is tiny and very old (from the 1400's). Most recognizable to me is the Bernina manufacturing facility on the outskirts of town. If I felt more confident in my German, I'd be planning a visit to their "Creative Center" for some lessons.



Our first night in town, there was a knock on the door and a visitor offered us a bottle of wine. His wife is from Paris, and she told him to bring the Americans some "good" wine! Very sweet of them. We chatted a bit and expressed an interest in having them visit us again - which resulted in a dinner invitation to their home for the Swiss specialty, fondue! We're looking forward to an enlightening evening.



We were met by another American in town, and enjoyed a nice conversation at the marina. It's nice to be able to speak one's native language. After wandering through town for one afternoon, I felt like the entire town (population 3,000) must know us! Cute town and everyone we've met has been super friendly.





Pictures from the area:

Bernina Factory:

Church:


Center of the city:


City Hall:



View from Marina: