Kempten: An Ancient Urban Town in Southern Germany
Referred to as the Roman town of Cambodunum several decades ago, Kempten, Germany, is now the biggest city in the Allgäu region with around 68,000 residents. It is believed that Celts initially settled in the city, but it later became a Roman town. Kempten is considered the oldest urban town in the country.
Best Time to Visit
August is a festive month to be in Kempten, mainly since the Allgäu Festival is celebrated during this month. It lasts for around nine days and features all sorts of economic exhibits, culture, and sports. You might encounter a thick crowd of tourists during this month, as the summer season is usually the busiest. This makes most of Kempten, Germany hotels increase their prices too.
What to Do & Area Attractions
History buffs will enjoy strolling around Kempten as the town is packed with ancient structures and centuries-old buildings. You should not miss visiting the Allgäu Museum, which is housed in a corn warehouse, and seeing the multi-vision show at the Erasmus Chapel in St. Mang-Platz. A trip to the Archaeological Park Cambodunum is also a delight, where tons of ancient settlements and structures are found.
The Allgäu ART Hotel Kempten sits within a 22-minute walk from the archeological park, making it a convenient home base when staying in Kempten. There is already a buffet breakfast included in your bookings at this hotel, as well as free Wi-Fi and access to the fitness center. For a more luxurious stay, check out big box ALLGÄU Hotel, a four-star hotel complete with free breakfast, 24-hour fitness center, and ski storage.