Reichenau Abbey was founded in 724 by Saint Pirmin. Later, the abbey became famous for the Reichenau School, producing lavishly illuminated manuscripts during the late 10th and early 11th centuries.
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Windegg Mansion in Reichenau
Windegg Mansion (Schloss Windegg) also known as the ‘Bürgle‘ was founded in the 14th century as a guesthouse for a nearby abbey. There is a rumour that Pope Martin V stayed here for some time after his election in 1417 at the Council of Constance.