Augsburg Holidays 2012

Augsburg at a Glance

A gem of a city, Augsburg glitters on the outside and has a rich and complex web of history and culture at its core. Its illustrious history through the ages decorates its landscape, making it a treasure chest of attractions and sights for an enriching holiday to Germany. Also one of the largest cities of Bavaria, Augsburg has inherited the distinct and vibrant culture of the region, glowing with the welcoming warmth of the alehouses, markets and festivals that bring this city to life. Though perhaps less renowned than its sister city, Munich, it has no less of the charm and attraction and is an increasingly popular destination for city breaks to Germany.

Discovering Augsburg

• As a university town, Augsburg has an infectious youth and vitality that combines its sprawling heritage with a fresh, modern feeling. A stroll around the chic pedestrian area affords a wealth of shops, cafes and markets. Take in the atmosphere with a traditional German sausage in a beer garden or tuck into a homemade apple strudel outside a café; the leisurely pace of life in Augsburg makes for a relaxing German getaway. Indulge your inner kid with a visit to the Puppenkiste, where adults and children alike watch the delightful fairy tale puppet shows put on daily. For something a bit more lively, there is no better way to experience the festive feel of Augsburg than to plan your trip during one of its many annual celebrations. Enjoy the processions, performances, food and drink of the renowned Jakoberkirchweih, or watch folk dancing under fireworks at the Plarrer Folk festival. Both of these local events bring traditional Bavarian culture to the fore and ignite the city with colour and activity even more than usual.
• Augsburg real charm lies in its rich history that dates back to the Romans, and a walk away from the city centre will take you past the old walls and fortifications that once guarded this precious place. In the centre you will see traces of the more recent history in the Rathaus, statues and squares; take a trip to Mozart’s birthplace, housing a museum which gives and wonderful insight into his life. Augsburg is most renowned though for the Fugger family, who established the world’s first social settlement. A visit to Der Fuggerie gives a rewarding social history that continues up to the present day. History lovers will find endless opportunity for enrichment on a holiday to Augsburg.

The Augsburg Alternative

• For a German city break without the crowds and prices of the major cities, Augsburg is an endearing and energised destination that blends the old and the new for a holiday with something for everyone. Within a short distance of Munich, it is also a perfect stop for those wanting to take longer to explore Bavaria.

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