Dillingen

Dillingen is a rural district in Swabia that spreads across the Danube valley with 27 municipalities, with the town of Dillingen an der Donau serving as its administrative center. The region is made up of smaller and medium-sized towns grouped around the Danube, with industry and agriculture forming the foundation of the local economy.

The area began as a medieval county and became part of the Prince-Bishops of Augsburg in 1258, with this religious rule shaping the territory for centuries. In 1804 the territory joined Bavaria and has remained administratively unchanged since then.

The name Dillingen reflects the medieval county it once was, and visitors see churches and historic buildings throughout the region that tell of its religious importance. Educational institutions remain central to how locals view their district.

The district is best explored by car or train, as the towns are spread across the Danube valley with good connections between them. It helps visitors to base themselves in the main towns like Dillingen an der Donau and take day trips to smaller communities from there.

Near Faimingen lies the archaeological site of Phoebiana with remains of one of the largest Apollo temples north of the Alps. This discovery shows how significant the area was during Roman times and connects its present history with ancient traces.

Location: Swabia

Inception: July 1, 1862

Capital city: Dillingen an der Donau

Elevation above the sea: 425 m

Shares border with: Donau-Ries, Augsburg, Günzburg, district Heidenheim

Website: http://landkreis-dillingen.de

GPS coordinates: 48.58000,10.42000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 16:35