Nonnenhorn Facts for Kids

Nonnenhorn is a charming town in Bavaria, Germany. It is one of only three Bavarian towns located right on the beautiful Lake Constance. This air health resort and famous wine town sits between Wasserburg (Bodensee) and Kressbronn am Bodensee. Nonnenhorn is part of the Swabian district of Lindau.

Geography of Nonnenhorn
History of Nonnenhorn
Economy and Infrastructure
Notable People from Nonnenhorn
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Geography of Nonnenhorn

Nonnenhorn is located in the Allgäu region. It is situated directly on the shores of Lake Constance. This large lake forms part of the border with Austria and Switzerland.

History of Nonnenhorn

The history of Nonnenhorn dates back many centuries. In the year 926, it is said that some nuns traveled from Nonnenhorn to the nearby town of Wasserburg.

Changes in Ownership

Over time, Nonnenhorn changed hands several times. In 1592, the powerful Fugger family, who were earls from Kirchberg-Weißenhorn, gained control of Wasserburg. This also included Nonnenhorn. Later, in 1763, the Fugger family's authority became part of Austria.

However, this changed again in 1805. After the peace treaties of Brünn and Preßburg were signed, Nonnenhorn became part of Bavaria. The modern municipality was officially formed in 1818. This happened during Bavaria's administrative reforms.

The Historic Kapellenplatz

The Kapellenplatz is the old heart of Nonnenhorn. Here you will find St. Jacob's Chapel, which was built in the 15th century. This chapel, along with the square and nearby buildings, is a protected historic monument.

A major attraction in Nonnenhorn is a giant tree. It is a Giant Sequoia that was planted in 1880. This impressive tree stands next to the chapel. The entire area, including the Sequoia, is protected by Bavarian law.

In 2019, a branch of the old tree fell during a strong storm. The town council then asked for permission to remove the tree. Even though the tree was mostly healthy, removing it would make renovating the square easier. The town decided to remove the tree to ensure safety and allow for renovations.

Sign on the Giant Sequoia

Nonnenhorn Population Growth

Change in population
1909	1970	1987	2000	2009
760	1270	1450	1512	1675

Economy and Infrastructure

Nonnenhorn has a diverse economy. It combines traditional industries with tourism.

Local Businesses and Jobs

In 1998, official statistics showed that many people worked in Nonnenhorn. There were 10 employees in agriculture. The industrial sector had 80 workers. Trade and transport employed 24 people. Other sectors had 104 employees.

Many residents also worked from their homes. There were 445 employees in total living in Nonnenhorn. The town had 30 agricultural businesses in 1999. These farms covered a total area of 137 hectares.

Key Industries

Two main industries play a very important role in Nonnenhorn. These are viticulture (wine-making) and tourism. The town's beautiful location on Lake Constance attracts many visitors. Its vineyards produce famous local wines.

Education in Nonnenhorn

Nonnenhorn provides good educational facilities for its younger residents. In 1999, the town had the following institutions:

Kindergartens: There were 50 kindergarten places available. These served 48 children.
Elementary School: The town had one elementary school. It employed five teachers and taught 103 students.

Notable People from Nonnenhorn

Josef Forster in 1865

Georg Köberle (1819-1898): A well-known writer and dramaturgist. He was involved in creating plays.
Josef Forster (physician) (1844-1910): A hygienist who worked in Amsterdam and Strasbourg. He studied public health.

Nonnenhorn facts for kids

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