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Allgau

Region · Bavaria, 🇩🇪 Germany
Population 135,000
Time zone Europe/Berlin
Allgau

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Allgäu's Absolute Essentials

Allgäu features a diverse range of historical and natural landmarks, from the iconic 19th-century Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles to the UNESCO-listed Ice Age caves of the Lone Valley. The region is home to the Alpsee lake and the Marienbrücke, offering views of the Pöllat Gorge. Cultural sites include the Benedictine Andechs Monastery, known for its baroque architecture and brewery, and various medieval ruins like the Burghalde in Kempten and the Fugger castle in Biberbach.

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Allgäu Churches and Monasteries

The Allgäu and neighboring Swabian districts feature a dense concentration of religious landmarks, from grand Benedictine abbeys like Andechs and Wessobrunn to modest roadside chapels. This collection highlights the region's diverse architectural heritage, including Baroque pilgrimage churches and Gothic parish structures. Key sites include the hilltop St. Stephan in Altkissing and the historic Wessobrunn Monastery, famous for its influential stucco school. These protected monuments offer a detailed look at the spiritual history and traditional craftsmanship of Southern Germany.

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Allgäu Heritage Trail

This heritage trail spans the diverse history of the Allgäu and surrounding Swabian regions, from UNESCO-listed prehistoric caves and Neolithic settlements in the Lone Valley to the iconic 19th-century royal castles of King Ludwig II. The collection features medieval ruins like Burghalde in Kempten, Baroque and Rococo churches, and historic manor houses. These sites document the transition from early human habitation to the architectural grandeur of the Bavarian monarchy and the regional religious heritage of southern Germany.

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Allgäu Regional Cuisine

This collection highlights the culinary heritage of the Allgäu and surrounding alpine regions through a mix of traditional inns, high-altitude huts, and farmstead shops. The list includes historic sites like the Furthmühle mill museum and the Schachenhaus near King Ludwig II’s mountain retreat. These establishments focus on authentic regional specialties, featuring local farm produce and traditional German and Austrian alpine dishes in settings ranging from rustic beer gardens to remote mountain shelters.

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Alpine Peaks and Huts

This collection spans the Eastern Alps, featuring prominent peaks like the 3,738-meter Weißkugel and the Guslarspitzen trio in the Ötztal Alps. It highlights historic high-altitude refuges, including the Jamtalhütte and the 19th-century Hochjoch-Hospiz, which serve as essential bases for mountaineers. The list also includes cultural landmarks like the Baroque Andechs Monastery and strategic viewpoints overlooking Neuschwanstein Castle, alongside protected nature reserves like Schwabelsberger Weiher in the Allgäu region.

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Allgau — Map

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Climate & when to visit

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 2° (feels like -3°) · extremes -12°–8°
  • -5° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -1°) · extremes -14°–10°
  • -4° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 5 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -8°–15°
  • -1° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Poor
  • 12° (feels like 9°) · extremes -4°–20°
  • 3° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Fair
  • 16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 2°–23°
  • 7° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 20° (feels like 19°) · extremes 6°–27°
  • 11° at night
  • 19 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 21° · extremes 8°–28°
  • 13° at night
  • 20 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 21° · extremes 8°–28°
  • 13° at night
  • 18 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 18° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–24°
  • 9° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 11°) · extremes -1°–21°
  • 5° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 4°) · extremes -8°–15°
  • 0° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 2 sunny days
  • 3 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 3° (feels like -1°) · extremes -13°–9°
  • -3° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 1 sunny day
  • 2 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Commonly accepted
Emergency numbers
112 Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
German
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+49
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Tours & Activities

Neuschwanstein Castle
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Marienbrücke
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Hohenschwangau Castle

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