Reichenau

Understand

Reichenau island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its abbey. Reichenau has been occupied since 724, when the abbey was founded.

Reichenau is sometimes known as the "vegetable island." The island is covered in vegetable fields and greenhouses. It is also know for its wineries.

One of Germany's largest wildlife sanctuaries is located at Reichenau, where the causeway meets the mainland.

Tourist information: Pirminstraße 145, Mon-Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-14:00