Augsburg

The landscape around Augsburg is shaped by the Lech and Wertach rivers and a network of channels, which have influenced both the urban form and local economy. Founded by the Romans as Augusta Vindelicum in 15 BC, the city became an important trading centre in Bavaria. Its water-management system, inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 2019, includes canals, waterworks and monumental fountains. The Fuggerei, established in 1521 by Jakob Fugger, remains a distinctive reminder of Augsburg’s long tradition of social housing. Find related webcams across Bavaria and the Lech valley to build a fuller picture of the Augsburg region.

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