St. Gallen

The Steinach stream shapes the setting of Sankt Gallen — its valley has guided the city’s growth from wooded hills towards Lake Constance. The Abbey of Saint Gall, a UNESCO World Heritage site, recalls the monastery around which the settlement developed in the early Middle Ages. Its Baroque cathedral and Abbey Library, known for its historic manuscript collection, remain at the heart of the old town. Textile production later brought St. Gallen international renown, and the Textile Museum traces the local tradition of embroidery and fabric design. Today, the compact centre brings together historic streets, the University of St. Gallen and rail connections across eastern Switzerland. Explore additional webcams nearby to see how Sankt Gallen relates to the hills between Lake Constance and the Alpstein.

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