Swabia

Bavaria

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A river with a bridge, historic buildings, and a tall cathedral spire.
A large castle with multiple towers, a river in the background, and a town across the river.
A harbor with a prominent tower, a white building with a clock tower, and a large boat docked at the pier.
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Popular cities in Swabia

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Oberstdorf
Known for Mountains, Forests and Skiing
Come to secluded Oberstdorf and enjoy its skiing, forests, and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Oberstdorf Ski Resort
  • Breitachklamm
  • Nebelhorn
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A church in a field with a mountain range in the background.
Schwangau
Known for Castle, Friendly people and Historical
Explore quaint Schwangau: its castle, history, mountain views, and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Hohenschwangau Castle
  • Alpsee
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A harbor with boats, a lighthouse, and mountains in the background.
Lindau
Known for Lakes, Islands and Golf
Find an old town contained on a scenic island and escapes into nature just moments away at this city on Lake Constance.

Reasons to visit

  • Lindau Lighthouse
  • Maximilianstraße
  • Mangturm
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A playground with a slide and climbing structures, a sandy area, and a lake with trees in the background.
Augsburg
Known for Shopping, Historical and Business
This southern Bavarian college city is one of Germany’s oldest cities and is known for its striking architecture and rich history.

Reasons to visit

  • Lech
  • Perlachturm
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A mountainous landscape with a lake, green fields, and scattered buildings.
Fuessen
Known for Castle, Historical and Shopping
An enchanting town in Bavaria renowned for its grand castle, ancient basilica, beautiful monastery and the stunning scenery that surrounds them.

Reasons to visit

  • Hopfensee
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A calm lake with clear turquoise water, surrounded by lush green trees and a backdrop of snow-capped mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
Oberstaufen
Known for Spas, Secluded and Skiing
Relaxing Oberstaufen is calling! Discover its skiing, museums, golf, and more.
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Neuschwanstein Castle

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Almost impossibly picturesque, Ludwig II’s masterpiece of turrets and white walls is perched like a fairy tale above an Alpine valley.
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