Augsburg, 1 hotel

Augsburg Town Hall is one of the most impressive in Germany. Built in the Renaissance period, the Golden Hall in particular impresses with its magnificent wall paintings and lavish gold decorations. On the coffered ceiling, carved from walnut, is the 24-square-metre painting of the Sapientia, which is surrounded by two other large round pictures. When Elias Holl completed the town hall in 1624, since it was the only building in the world with more than six floors, it was considered a pioneering achievement. This achievement has long been surpassed but a visit to the town hall is definitely a must when visiting Augsburg!

Close to the town hall is Augsburg's next big landmark, the Perlach Tower. Originally built in 989 as a watchtower, the 70-metre-high tower was rebuilt countless times and today shapes the old town district, along with the town hall. The viewing platform offers a wonderful view over Augsburg and its surroundings. On a clear day, you can see as far as the Alps!

In 1521, Jakob Fugger developed what is, today, the oldest social development in the world. Jakob Fugger, “der Reiche” (“the Rich”) is considered to be one of the most famous representative of the corporate empire. The company's business was not limited to Europe, it also reached distant countries and continents such as India, South America and Africa. The Fuggerei still fulfills its original objective: It is home to people in need, who only pay a yearly rent of €0.88 for their apartments and who say a prayer three times a day for the Fugger family.

In the north of the old town, the two unmistakable bell towers of the cathedral rise up. The original construction began in the 8th century but had already collapsed by the year 994. A new building was built on the remains, and after several conversions, today's cathedral was built in the Gothic Revival style. While the interior is relatively simple, the magnificent south portal stands out thanks to its numerous ornaments.

The 90-metre-high “bulb” tower of the Catholic St. Ulrich und Afra Church is a visible landmark of the southern old town. Although the church integrates three styles from different eras, the designs complement one another. But, on the contrary: High altars, side chapels and the pulpit combine to form a harmonious picture. The smaller Protestant Ulrich Church is nestled next to the Catholic church. In the interior, notice the finely crafted stucco ceiling, which dates from 1710.

Family fun for big and small awaits at LEGOLAND® Germany in Günzburg. The park is split into 8 themed areas, where you can find rollercoasters, shows and water-park attractions. Wander through a jungle of wild animals in the "Land of Adventure", become a seafarer in the "Land of the Pirates" and go dragon-hunting in the "Land of the Knights". One of the highlights is MINILAND. Lego’s model designers have created a whole world in miniature from over 25 million Lego bricks. Take a journey through Europe’s cities and countryside.