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St. Katharina

Historic Monastery in the Mainau Forest

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Founded in 1260, St. Katharinen was a monastery of the Augustinian nuns located in today's Mainau Forest in Konstanz. The site spans over a clearing of more than seven hectares in the district of Litzelstetten. Once part of the Allmannsdorf community, it borders the districts of Wollmatingen and Egg.

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The monastery was founded in 1260.

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Founded: 1260

Guided Story

Right here, you're standing on a historic clearing once home to the Augustinian nuns. Founded in 1260, St. Katharinen resided quietly within the Mainau Forest. This seven-hectare area is part of the Litzelstetten district, bordering Wollmatingen and Egg. As you look around, feel the tranquility that still lingers, a remnant of the days when the monastery thrived with life. Its connection to the former Allmannsdorf community, which included the Mainau Island, adds a layer of historical depth. Let the history sink in and appreciate the unique atmosphere of this storied location.