Hotels in Augsburg

Augsburg: Roman Foundations on the Lech

Augsburg stands 70 km west of Munich on the Lech River, founded by the Romans as Augusta Vindelicum in 15 BC — making it one of Germany's oldest cities. The Fuggerei, built in 1516, is the world's oldest social housing complex still in operation, with weekly rent fixed at 88 Euro cents. The Augsburg Cathedral (Dom St. Maria) dates to 994 AD and holds five Romanesque bronze doors. The Goldener Saal inside the Renaissance Rathaus, completed in 1624, draws architectural historians from across Europe.

Where to Stay in Augsburg

Hotels cluster around the Altstadt, within walking distance of Maximilianstraße — a Renaissance boulevard lined with Fugger-era merchant palaces. The Bahnhofsviertel near the main station suits business travelers arriving via the Munich–Augsburg rail corridor (journey time: 25 minutes). The quieter Lechhausen district, east of the river, offers independent guesthouses at lower rates.

Practical Tips

• Getting there: Frequent regional express trains connect Augsburg Hauptbahnhof to Munich in 25–35 minutes.
• City transport: Tram lines 1, 2, and 3 cover the Altstadt; a day ticket costs around €6.40.
• When to visit: The Augsburger Friedensfest on 8 August is a public holiday observed only in Augsburg — accommodation books out early.
• Currency: Euro (€); card payment widely accepted.