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Augsburg, a picturesque city located in southwest Bavaria, Germany, is renowned for its illustrious history dating back more than 2000 years. Displaying a wealth of Renaissance architecture, it's home to landmarks like Augsburg Cathedral, celebrated for its Romanesque and Gothic elements, and the illustrious Fuggerei, the world’s oldest social housing complex still in use. As an illustrious pride of the city, the Augsburg City Hall, a Renaissance era building, accentuates the city’s skyline. Blessed with verdant landscapes, the city skirts the serene Lech River. Known for its illustrious ties to the arts, it hosts the Mozart Festival Augsburg, paying homage to the city's most famous familial son, Mozart. A charming blend of past and present, Augsburg offers a lovingly preserved cultural richness and a relaxed Bavarian pace of life.

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Safety:Very safe

Augsburg is generally considered safe for solo female travelers. The city's crime rate is lower than most bigger German cities. However, as with any city, it requires reasonable precautions. Avoid isolated areas at night, always be aware of your surroundings and belongings. The locals are friendly and public services are reliable which contributes significantly to your safety. Public transports are considered safe as well.

Transport:Easy

Augsburg, with its well-maintained infrastructure, is relatively easy to explore. A variety of transport options including trams, buses, and bicycles make commuting stress-free. The city is also pedestrian-friendly, allowing you to easily navigate by foot. Although not every local speaks English, most of them know basic English, so communication is not typically a big hurdle. However, during peak time, commute may take longer due to traffic.

Things to do:Interesting

Augsburg presents appealing historical and cultural gems that you'd love to explore. The city's charm lies in its Renaissance buildings, beautiful fountains, and the significant Fuggerei, which is the world's oldest social housing complex still in use. Augsburg’s Botanical Gardens are worth visiting and provide a peaceful retreat. The city also offers local markets, shops, and cuisine that you can indulge in. However, while it has plenty to offer, it may not be as dynamic or diverse as larger German cities. Therefore, depending on personal preferences, Augsburg promises a mostly relaxed and intriguing experience.

Food:Above average

Augsburg boasts a great variety of culinary delights, making it a paradise for food lovers. From traditional Bavarian dishes to international cuisines such as Italian, Turkish, and Asian, Augsburg offers a wide array of options. The city offers a range of different kinds of bakeries, cafes, and bistros that cater to various dietary needs and preferences as well, so vegan and vegetarian travelers won't be left out. However, some might find the amount of spicy or non-typical German food options slightly limited.

Budget:Moderate

Augsburg presents a moderate cost for the solo female traveler. Accommodations, meals, and public transport prices are quite reasonable, but expenses like entertainment may take a good portion of your budget. Moreover, as with any destination, prices can vary depending on the season and your personal spending habits.

Family travel experience

we felt safe during the day but sometimes when it got dark, there were a lot of wannabe-gangsters around the bus stations. but nothing bad ever happened. we recommend pretty much all the sights we visited, the golden room was very pretty and there's a lot of detail so you could spend hours looking at the murals, the fuggerei was interesting, there's a dig site right beside the dome... we lived in an airbnb outside of the city centre, about an 20min bus ride to the main attractions. the busses drove regularly and we had no issue getting around. the biggest problems we had was with leaving our luggage at the train stations. we could not find a safe to put them in so we had to leave early.

Posted: March 20, 2024Experienced: August, 2022

Things to do: 5/5Food: 3/5Budget-friendly: 2/5Safety: 3/5

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