Unterallgäu
Unterallgäu is a Kreis (district) in the southwestern part of Bavaria, Germany. Neighboring districts are (from the north clockwise) Neu-Ulm, Günzburg, Augsburg, Ostallgäu, Oberallgäu, and the districts Ravensburg und Biberach in Baden-Württemberg. The district-free city Memmingen in the west of the district is nearly surrounded by the district.
Geography
The district is located in the Allgäu, the northern foothills of the Alps. The river Iller forms part of the western boundary of the district.
History
The district was created July 1, 1972 by merging the previous districts Mindelheim and Memmingen.
Partnerships
The district started a partnership with the Polish Gostyn County in 2001.
Coat of arms
Towns and municipalities
External links Official website (German)
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