Galgeninsel, Peninsula and memorial site in Lindau, Germany.
Galgeninsel is a peninsula along Lake Constance that extends into the Reutin Bay. It sits near the Lindau freight yard and functions today as a protected nature area.
This location served as an execution site during the medieval period under the jurisdiction of the Free Imperial City of Lindau. A stone block with a hole marks where the gallows post was once secured in the ground.
The place carries its name from its dark past, and this name is spoken by residents and visitors today as a reminder of medieval justice. Today it is perceived as a quiet location where history remains present without overshadowing the natural surroundings.
Access to the peninsula is limited during certain times of year, particularly when birds are nesting. Visitors should observe the area respectfully from afar and stay on designated paths when access is allowed.
In the 1800s, reports emerged of prehistoric settlement remains near the location. However, scientific investigations conducted more recently could not verify these earlier claims.
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