Vacation Rentals in Swabia

With an accommodation in Bavarian Swabia you enjoy a natural environment, peppered with historic cities, artistic churches and imposing castles. Look forward to a wonderful view of the Alps with a vacation rental in the Allgäu. A vacation rental in Lindau scores with a nearby beach. Also with a holiday apartment in Augsburg, Oberstdorf, Kempten or Schwangau you benefit from a fully equipped kitchen and child-friendly facilities.

The state administrative district of Swabia, formed in 1803, belongs to the Free State of Bavaria. Situated in the southwest of Bavaria, Bavarian Swabia extends from the Bavarian Allgäu to the Nördlinger Ries. Further borders are Lake Constance and Tyrol in the south, the Lech in the east, the Iller in the west and Central Franconia in the north. You can reach Schwaben in Bavarian via the motorways A7 and A8 and the federal roads B2, B10, B16, B28 and B32. The nearest airport is Memmingen.

Above the town of Harburg is the castle of the same name, which is one of the oldest, largest and best preserved castles in southern Germany. The impressive ensemble from the 12th century offers dream views over the Ries and the Wörnitz. The castle has a crypt chapel, a castle church, a draw well, a bailiwick and six towers.

In the old town of Augsburg stands the famous puppet theatre "Augsburger Puppenkiste". Since 1948 there have been plays and fairytale performances to be seen here, such as plays about robber Hotzenplotz, Rumpelstilzchen, Sleeping Beauty and Jim Knopf. Also very popular with children is the Legoland leisure park in Günzburg, with Lego bricks, rides and fantasy worlds in 4D.

The Jakobsweg is one of the most beautiful hiking and cycling trails in Bavarian Swabia. On about 150 km it leads from the Ries through the Lechebene to the Allgäu. The route forms a section of the pilgrim paths to Santiago de Compostela. Silent landscapes, romantic towns, chapels and churches await you. For example the Jakobskapelle in Nonnenhorn and the church St. Jakob in Augsburg.

How much do you pay, on average, for vacation rentals in Swabia?

With an average cost of $156 per night, Swabia lies at the upper end of the price range for vacation rentals in Germany.

What time of year offers, on average, the best vacation rental prices in Swabia?

]If you would like to get the most out of your money, the most affordable months to visit Swabia are May ($146 the average per night for accommodation), April ($148), and June ($150).

In which months is it more expensive to rent a vacation rental in Swabia?

When it comes to looking for a vacation rental in Swabia, the most expensive months are, in order of highest to lowest, February, January and August, with average prices per night of $170, $166, and $159, respectively.

Is Swabia a good location for a last-minute getaway?

When planning a vacation to Swabia, it is necessary to plan ahead as 64% of rentals are usually booked, according to the data from last year.

What time of the year can I find more available vacation rentals?

Last year, the months with the largest number of properties available of the year in Swabia were April, May and March, with average availabilities of 63%, 52%, and 48%, respectively.

When will it be harder to find an available vacation rental in Swabia?

During these three months, the availability is very low (12%). It is therefore preferable to book early.

Are there many vacation rentals in Swabia?

Holidu has around 3,700 vacation rentals in Swabia, provided by 53 different partners.