Alb-Donau-Kreis

The Alb-Danube district is an administrative region in Baden-Württemberg that stretches between the Swabian Alb highlands and the Danube River valley. The area includes around 55 municipalities composed of small towns, villages, and rural landscapes.

The administrative district took its current form in 1973 through a reorganization of several smaller territories. This reorganization created the foundational structure for regional governance that continues today.

The area reflects Swabian traditions that remain visible in local celebrations and the way residents speak and interact. These customs shape how communities gather and mark important occasions throughout the year.

The district sits conveniently between Stuttgart and Munich with good road and rail connections. Visitors exploring the area will find a network of local roads that connect villages and natural sites throughout the region.

Beneath the Swabian Alb lies an underground network of caves stretching several kilometers that reveals how water and geology shaped the landscape. Exploring these passages offers a glimpse into the hidden geology below the rolling hills above.

Location: Tübingen Government Region

Capital city: Ulm

Elevation above the sea: 670 m

Part of: Region Donau-Iller

Shares border with: Neu-Ulm, Günzburg, Ulm, district Heidenheim, Göppingen, Reutlingen, Biberach district

Website: https://alb-donau-kreis.de

GPS coordinates: 48.40000,9.85000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:07