TheAllgäu (StandardGerman:[ˈalɡɔʏ]ⓘ) is a region inSwabia in southernGermany. It covers the south ofBavarian Swabia, southeasternBaden-Württemberg, and parts ofAustria. The region stretches from the pre-alpine lands up to theAlps. The main rivers flowing through the Allgäu are theLech andIller. Allgäu is not an administrative unit.
The alpine regions of the Allgäu rise over 2,000 metres in elevation and are popular for winter skiing. The area is notable for its beautiful landscapes and is popular for vacations and therapeutic stays.[1] It is well known in Germany for its farm produce, especially dairy products includingHirtenkäse ("herdsman's cheese") andBergkäse ("mountain cheese").
Besides tourism and dairy products, another important economic sector is the building of industrial equipment and machines.Fendt tractors, developed and produced inMarktoberdorf are one of the most famous products of the region. The castle ofNeuschwanstein inHohenschwangau is in the eastern part of the Allgäu.
The Allgäu is dominated in the south by theAllgäu Alps, which are not part of the Allgäu themselves. The Allgäu is formed mainly by glaciers and glacial debris. Many hills and lakes are remnants of former glaciers.
The region is served byMemmingen Airport. However, the airport only provides flights to some European destinations. Other airports such asFriedrichshafen Airport,Munich Airport andZurich Airport are also used by air travellers from the region.
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