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Amerdingen
Castle Amerdingen
Castle Amerdingen
Coat of arms of Amerdingen
Coat of arms
Country Germany
State Bavaria
Admin. region Schwaben
District Donau-Ries
Elevation
502-561 m (−1,338.6 ft)
Population
 (2022-12-31)
 • Total 847
Time zone CET/CEST (UTC+1/+2)
Postal codes
86735
Dialling codes 09089
Vehicle registration DON
Website www.amerdingen.de

Amerdingen is a small and charming municipality in Germany. It is located in Bavaria, a beautiful state known for its history and nature. Amerdingen is part of the Donau-Ries district. It is home to a lovely 18th-century castle called Schloss Amerdingen. This castle has been owned by the Stauffenberg family for a long time. Count Alfred Schenk von Stauffenberg and his wife live there today. The current mayor of Amerdingen is Hermann Schmidt.

Discover Amerdingen

Amerdingen is a quiet and friendly place. It is perfect for those who enjoy history and peaceful surroundings. The municipality is located in the Donau-Ries district. This area is in the region of Swabia, in the state of Bavaria.

What is Amerdingen known for?

Amerdingen is most famous for its beautiful castle. The castle is called Schloss Amerdingen. It was built in the 1700s. The Stauffenberg family built this impressive castle. They have lived there for many generations. Today, Count Alfred Schenk von Stauffenberg and his wife live in the castle. It is a wonderful example of old German architecture.

Local Life and Government

Amerdingen is a small community. It has a local government that helps run the town. The head of the local government is the mayor. The current mayor of Amerdingen is Hermann Schmidt. Mayors work to make sure the town's services run smoothly. They also help with local projects and community needs.

Important Buildings

Besides the castle, Amerdingen has other important buildings. One of these is the local church. It is a Catholic parish church dedicated to Saint Vitus. Churches like this are often central to small German towns. They are places for worship and community gatherings.

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Amerdingen Catholic Church

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