Reichenau Island
Reichenau, Germany
A UNESCO-listed monastery island with three Romanesque churches among market gardens, joined to the mainland by a tree-lined causeway. Farm stalls sell vegetables straight from the fields.
Reichenau is the largest island in Lake Constance, about 4.5 km long and 1.5 km wide. The monastery was founded in 724, and the monastic island has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Three churches define it: St George in Oberzell (begun in the late 9th century, with wall paintings from the 10th century), the Minster of St Mary and St Mark in Mittelzell, and St Peter and St Paul in Niederzell, with Romanesque wall paintings from the early 12th century. Vegetable fields and greenhouses cover much of the island.
A causeway has linked the island to the mainland since 1838, with a separate path for cyclists and pedestrians. If you are driving, follow the signs from the B33. Buses stop at only a few places, so a bicycle is the best way to get around. The Wollmatinger Ried nature reserve lies on both sides of the causeway. The minster treasury is open only seasonally, so check the times in advance.
- Nearest town
- Reichenau, Germany
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 47.6979, 9.0628
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.
Sources
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Campsites nearby
- SandseeleCampsite1 km from Reichenau IslandTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Campingplatz AllensbachCampsite2 km from Reichenau IslandTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Campingplatz Hegne am BodenseeCampsite3 km from Reichenau Island · 54 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Camping WillamCampsite5 km from Reichenau IslandTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Campingplatz MarkelfingenCampsite6 km from Reichenau Island · 98 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Halbinsel MettnauMotorhome stopover8 km from Reichenau Island · 31 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
All campsites in Germany · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Reichenau Island?
Reichenau Island is in Reichenau, Germany, at GPS 47.6979, 9.0628. It is about 6 km from Gaienhofen.
Can you camp near Reichenau Island?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Sandseele, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 92 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Reichenau Island?
Reichenau Island is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Lake Constance’s German shore.
What is there to see near Reichenau Island?
Places worth a stop nearby: Mainau Island (10 km), Birnau Basilica (13 km), Unteruhldingen Pile Dwellings (13 km) and Meersburg (16 km).
When is the best time to visit Reichenau Island?
The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)