Camping in Augsburg

The Roman and Fugger city of Augsburg is one of the oldest cities in Germany and a wonderful destination for culture-loving campers. In addition to sights such as Augsburg Cathedral and the world-famous Augsburger Puppenkiste puppet theatre, the city is known above all for the many fountains and canals in the city centre. Augsburg has therefore been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2019. Active holidaymakers enjoy the beautiful landscape beyond the city limits, which can be explored on the many hiking and cycling trails.

Special features of camping in Augsburg

Augsburg is located in the Bavarian Swabia holiday region in the west of Bavaria and is the largest city in the region. The city was shaped by the Romans and the Fugger merchant family, who left many historical buildings in the city. Augsburg is therefore a great destination for campers who want to combine their holiday with sightseeing. The city centre is easily accessible from the campsites by public transport, and Augsburg also has plenty to offer active holidaymakers. The Bavarian Swabia region is an ideal hiking area. Numerous cycling and hiking trails lead through a cultural landscape characterised by palaces, castles and monasteries. Some of the most beautiful sights are located along the Romantic Road - a holiday route over 400 kilometres long that leads from Würzburg to Füssen in the Allgäu. The many lakes and rivers around Augsburg are very popular with families with children. Here you can go sailing, rowing, canoeing, swimming or simply relax by the water. A highlight for water sports enthusiasts is the Augsburg Ice Canal. The oldest artificial canoe slalom course in the world can also be used by amateur athletes.

Popular campsites in Augsburg

The facilities at the campsites in Augsburg are excellent. In addition to pitches for caravans and motorhomes, some also offer rental accommodation, mobile homes and bungalows. Dogs are allowed on many sites. It is advisable to book well in advance during the peak summer season.

Bella Augusta campsite

The charming, small Bella Augusta campsite is located just outside Augsburg on the Romantic Road. The holiday resort in the countryside has its own bathing lake with a beautiful long beach - perfect for relaxing in summer. Children will love the large adventure playground. An Italian restaurant caters for all tastes.

Lech Camping

The cosy Lech campsite is ideally located next to the A8 motorway. The park-like site offers plenty of space to relax in beautiful surroundings. There is also a bathing lake with a large sunbathing lawn on the site. Dogs are welcome on the site. WLAN is available free of charge throughout the site.

Camping Ludwigshof am See

The beautifully situated Ludwigshof campsite is an ideal starting point for a city trip to Augsburg. The natural campsite offers a private bathing lake with a beautiful beach and great unparcelled pitches with a view of the lake. There is a bus stop directly in front of the site. Alternatively, guests can cycle along the Lech river to Augsburg.

Favourite places in the region

With its numerous historic castles, palaces and churches, the Bavarian Swabia region is a real dream destination for a relaxing camping holiday with a dash of culture. In addition to Augsburg itself, the district town of Donauwörth is one of the most beautiful towns in the Augsburg region. The former free imperial city looks back on over 1000 years of history and offers a wealth of sights. The ducal town of Friedberg with its intact historic old town centre is also a great excursion destination. The Danube town of Günzburg combines the traditional Swabian way of life with a wide range of leisure activities that are particularly appealing to families.

Donauwörth

Donauwörth is located at the confluence of the Danube and Wörnitz rivers at the centre of the Romantic Road holiday route. Those interested in culture will find a veritable treasure trove of sights here. The Reichsstraße is one of the most beautiful streets in southern Germany, the old town island of Ried is a wonderful place to stroll, and there are numerous art treasures in the town's churches. The five museums, including the famous Käthe Kruse Doll Museum, are also well worth a visit.

Friedberg

Friedberg is a baroque gem and enchants visitors with its beautiful, well-preserved old town centre. Picturesque alleyways wind through the centre and lead past old clockmakers' houses from the 17th century. Other highlights include the newly renovated Wittelsbach Castle, the magnificent baroque pilgrimage church Herrgottsruh and the beautiful Friedberg Castle Park.

Günzburg

The Danube town of Günzburg is the perfect excursion destination for families. Legoland Germany is located nearby - a paradise for children. The town's watery surroundings also make Günzburg a popular destination for swimmers and water sports enthusiasts. Hikers can explore the surrounding area on the beautiful Donauwald premium hiking trail. Afterwards, head into the pretty old town centre to one of the many street cafés on the central market square.

Sights and excursion tips

Fuggerei Augsburg: The Fuggerei is the oldest social housing estate in the world and was founded around 500 years ago by Jakob Fugger the Rich. Visitors experience an exciting chapter of Augsburg's history on a walk through the "city within the city". Augsburg Cathedral: Augsburg Cathedral is one of the most magnificent buildings in Augsburg. The church was built in 995 and five Romanesque prophet windows from 1065 and the remains of the oldest known figurative stained glass cycle in the world have been preserved. Augsburger Puppenkiste The Augsburger Puppenkiste is probably the most famous puppet theatre in Germany. It can be found in the old town centre of Augsburg. A puppet theatre museum has now also been opened, where visitors can admire Jim Knopf, Urmel from the Ice Cream and Co. up close. Augsburg Zoo: Augsburg Zoo is a great destination for families. Visitors can look forward to seeing over 1200 animals, including elephants, tigers, rhinos and penguins. There is something for everyone here! Legoland Deutschland: The huge Legoland Deutschland leisure and adventure park is located not far from Günzburg. The highlight is the replica of famous buildings made from Lego bricks. There are also rollercoasters, playgrounds and many other attractions.

Tour tip

Campers who are travelling by motorhome and want to see even more of Bavaria have a choice of different camping routes. One popular tour that offers magnificent mountain panoramas is the German Alpine Road. The route connects Königssee in Berchtesgaden with Lake Constance and leads along the northern edge of the Alps to some of Germany's most impressive natural spectacles. There are also charming towns such as Bad Tölz, Füssen and Lindau as well as cultural highlights such as Neuschwanstein Castle. A real dream tour!