Holiday in Reichenau
Island in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
Island
Best time to travel
May to October, herb market in June
Budget/day
70-120 EUR
Getting there from Germany
By train to Konstanz or Radolfzell, then bus to the island, or by excursion boat from Konstanz
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What makes Reichenau special as a destination?
The island of Reichenau in the western Lake Constance is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest island in Lake Constance. Three Romanesque churches from the 9th to 11th centuries with unique Carolingian and Ottonian wall paintings testify to the former significance of the Benedictine monastery, which was one of the most important spiritual centers in Europe during the Middle Ages. German culture and nature lovers appreciate the combination of sacred art history and idyllic vegetable island atmosphere: The fertile soils of Reichenau have been producing top-quality vegetables for centuries, and the greenhouses and fields shape the landscape of the flat island. Reichenau is connected to the mainland by a dam with a beautiful poplar avenue. The herb garden, based on the historical model of the monk Walahfrid Strabo, recalls the botanical tradition of the monastery. Cycling paths and shore trails open up the tranquil island, offering a soothing slowdown from everyday life.
What are the top highlights in Reichenau?
The top highlights in Reichenau include Münster St. Maria und Markus, St. Georg, Kräutergarten, Gemüseanbau.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Münster St. Maria und Markus
Romanesque monastery church with Carolingian wall paintings and the shrine of Saint Mark from the 9th century
St. Georg
Church with the famous Ottonian wall paintings from the 10th century, the oldest north of the Alps
Kräutergarten
Historical monastery garden based on the garden poem of the monk Walahfrid Strabo with over 40 medicinal herbs
Gemüseanbau
The island as Germany's vegetable garden - fresh salads, tomatoes, and herbs directly from the producer
Hotels in Reichenau
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
When is the best time to visit Reichenau?
The best time to visit Reichenau is May to October, herb market in June. 22-27°C, mild and sunny due to the lakeside location, pleasant for cycling In winter: 0-5°C, cold and foggy, but calm and contemplative in the old churches
Recommended travel time
May to October, herb market in June
Summer
22-27°C, mild and sunny due to the lakeside location, pleasant for cycling
Winter
0-5°C, cold and foggy, but calm and contemplative in the old churches
How much does a holiday in Reichenau cost?
Budget travellers: 40-65 EUR/day, mid-range: 70-120 EUR/day, luxury: 140-250 EUR/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
40-65 EUR
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
70-120 EUR
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
140-250 EUR
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Reichenau?
By train to Konstanz or Radolfzell, then bus to the island, or by excursion boat from Konstanz
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Cycle around the entire island - only 11 kilometers, flat and with a wonderful view of the lake
Buy fresh vegetables and herbs directly from the farm shops of the vegetable growers - it doesn't get more local than this
The wall paintings in St. Georg are sensitive - photography is only allowed without flash
Visit the beach at the western shore in summer - shallow entry, ideal for families with children
What should you eat in Reichenau?
Typical specialities in Reichenau: Reichenauer vegetable soup - seasonal soup made from fresh island vegetables according to monastery recipe, Felchen from Lake Constance - the classic freshwater fish, served particularly fresh on the island, Herb salad with Reichenauer tomatoes - crunchy salad with sun-ripened tomatoes and herbs from the island, Lake Constance wine - the vineyards on the lakeshore produce light white wines, perfect with fish.
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