Allensbach's local history has been documented since 724; at that time, Reichenau Abbey issued a founding charter. You can rent a holiday apartment in Allensbach. This also makes Allensbach interesting for travelers who are interested in documented cultural history.
Culture
The area of today's campsite in Allensbach belongs to the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps”.
Nature
Allensbach is located on Lake Gnadensee. The lakeside location also appeals to travelers for whom being in a place by the water is important.
History
Since the early Middle Ages, Allensbach was a ferry port and goods depot for the monasteries on Reichenau for centuries.
In the surrounding area of Allensbach are Bodenburg, the Minster of Our Lady in Constance, Constance Monastery (Jesuits), and Schwarzenberg.
In the wider regional area around Allensbach are Langenstein Castle, Kressenberg, Werd Island, and Honstetter Berg.
The Waldshut–Constance railway line was built in 1863 and strengthened Allensbach's connection to Lake Gnadensee. It also contributed to tourism becoming an important economic factor.
Visitor Information
Allensbach has a cultural and tourism office together with the Mühlenweg Museum.
Further local pages can be found here: Eigeltingen, Gaienhofen, Constance, Hilzingen, Mühlingen, Steißlingen, Öhningen, Tengen.