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Swabia is a region in southwestern Germany with a rich and complex history, derived from the medieval Duchy of Swabia and the Germanic tribe Suebi. It covers parts of Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria, and has its own language, dialects and coat of arms.
Swabia is an administrative region of Bavaria, Germany, named after the historic region of Swabia. It has a population of about 2 million, a GDP of €80 billion, and is subdivided into 10 districts and 340 municipalities.
Swabia was one of the five great Stamm (stem, or tribal) duchies of earlier medieval Germany—with Franconia, Saxony, Bavaria, and Lotharingia (Lorraine)—and was held by successive families. Rudolf of Rheinfelden , duke in 1057, was set up as German king in 1077 in opposition to Henry IV, who in 1079 appointed the rebel’s son-in-law, Frederick I of Hohenstaufen, duke of Swabia.
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Swabia (Schwaben) is a region that stretches over Württemberg and Bavarian Swabia, with no distinct borders. Learn about its ancient origins, famous people, dialect, food, castles, caves and more.
Discover the Swabian Alps, a scenic region in southwest Germany with limestone crags, beech woods and hilltop castles. Learn about its attractions, history and culture from Lonely Planet experts.
2024. 11. Augsburg Town Hall. 843. Architectural Buildings. Augsburg's 17th-century city hall, recently restored following severe damage in World War II, is the architectural masterpiece of this ancient Roman city. See ways to experience (5) 12. Alpsee Bergwelt.
Explore the green, unspoiled Swabian Alb, a region rich in castles, caves, and local dishes. Enjoy hiking, canoeing, and thermal baths in this UNESCO-recognized area of Germany.
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