Donauwörth

The town stretches along both the Danube and Wörnitz rivers, featuring medieval gates and structures within its historic center at 410 meters elevation.

In 1308, Donauwörth received imperial city status and maintained independence until 1607 when Bavaria took control following religious conflicts between Catholics and Protestants.

The medieval town hall from 1309 and several fifteenth-century churches represent the architectural development of this Bavarian settlement through different periods.

The central location between Munich and Nuremberg, combined with direct access to two rivers, makes Donauwörth a transportation center for the region.

The Mangoldstein fortress, established in the ninth century, served as the nucleus for the city's growth and determined its strategic position.

Location: Donau-Ries

Inception: 11 century

Elevation above the sea: 410 m

Website: https://donauwoerth.de

GPS coordinates: 48.71843,10.77699

Latest update: June 5, 2025 08:34