In April, the island of Mainau becomes a living painting, where spring arrives and pours out a cornucopia of daffodils, tulips, blooming ornamental cherries, hyacinths and imperial crowns. The variety of spring colors is reflected in every corner of Mainau. It is a real pleasure to stroll through the blossoming paths, strolling from one sea of flowers to the next and being touched by the uniqueness of nature.
Please note: flowering times are approximate and depend on the weather
The information on flowering times is merely indicative, as it depends on weather conditions and annual fluctuations. The pictures shown give an impression of last year's flowering periods. We recommend that you enquire about the current flowering status before your visit to Mainau. Please feel free to contact us at info@mainau.de.
The crown anemone(Anemone coronaria) 'Mr. Fokker' shines in bright blue. There is a dense ring of black stamens around the pistil, which attracts insects.
In the perennial garden and in the spring borders, one plant attracts everyone's attention with its impressive appearance: the imperial crown(Fritillaria imperialis). Originally from Turkey, Iran and Afghanistan, this species is particularly striking. In April, a crown of downward-sloping, bell-shaped flowers appears at the top of the approximately 100-125 cm tall flower stem.
Hyacinths are fragrant spring flowers with a variety of bright colors. Their characteristic inflorescences bring freshness and joy to our meadows and flower beds. With their beguiling fragrance and delicate beauty, they are a popular sight on the springtime island of Mainau.
Every spring, over 5,000 tulips and daffodils light up the steps of our Italian Flower Water Staircase. Click here for the tulip barometer.
Dark red flower clusters adorn the blood currant(Ribes sanguineum). The fruit tree originates from western North America and is popular with bees and bumblebees, which enjoy the nectar offered by the blood currant.
The tail spike(Stachyurus praecox) is an eye-catcher on the Grand Duke Friedrich Terrace with its bright yellow flowers reminiscent of pearl necklaces. Insects love to fly to the hanging inflorescences. Stachyurus praecox is deciduous, with beautiful red-brown foliage coloration in autumn.
The bright yellow flowers of the cowslip(Primula veris) adorn the meadows in the Metasequoia avenue, framed by snowdrops(Chionodoxa luciliae). It is said that St. Peter accidentally dropped his keys to heaven. According to the legend, a flower grew from the ground where they fell and was given the name cowslip.
Over 450 varieties of tulips transform the island of Mainau into a radiant sea of flowers every year. The flower island is internationally renowned for its lush tulip splendor in the south-facing meadow with a view of Lake Constance and the Alpine panorama. Click here for the tulip barometer.
Spring beauty in pure white: the Japanese flowering cherry(Prunus serrulata 'Alba') is in full bloom in April. A veritable insect concert takes place here every day, as the branches of the rose plant buzz and hum.
Our favorite places in April
Changing play of colours with different flowering peaks in all seasons
Mainau events in April
Over 3,000 orchids – 7 weeks of floral magic in the Palm House.
Colorful flowers for your garden—daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the foyer of the butterfly house