Definition
Dürrlauingen is a municipality (Gemeinde) in the district of Günzburg, located in the administrative region of Swabia (Schwaben) in the federal state of Bavaria, Germany.
Overview
Dürrlauingen lies in the western part of Bavaria, near the banks of the Danube River, and is situated approximately 15 kilometres southeast of the district capital Günzburg. The municipality is part of the Bavarian administrative structure and participates in the municipal association (Verwaltungsgemeinschaft) of Günzburg. Its local economy is characterized by small‑scale agriculture, craft enterprises, and commuting ties to nearby urban centres. The community provides typical municipal services, including primary education, local cultural facilities, and infrastructure maintenance.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Dürrlauingen” is of Germanic origin. The element “Dürr” is related to the Old High German word dûri meaning “dry,” while “Lauingen” likely derives from a personal name Lau(i)no combined with the suffix ‑ingen, which denotes “the settlement of the people of …”. Thus, the name can be interpreted as “the settlement of Lau’s people situated on dry ground.” Precise historic documentation of the name’s formation is not available, and the interpretation reflects common linguistic analysis of Germanic place‑names.
Characteristics
- Geography: The municipality covers a modest area of roughly 10 square kilometres, encompassing a mixture of cultivated fields, forested patches, and residential zones. Its proximity to the Danube influences local land use and flood‑plain management.
- Population: Official statistics indicate a population in the low‑thousands; however, exact current figures are not confirmed within this entry.
- Administration: Dürrlauingen is governed by an elected mayor and municipal council, in accordance with Bavarian municipal law. It functions within the jurisdiction of the Günzburg district authorities for broader administrative matters such as regional planning and public transportation.
- Transport: The community is accessible via regional road networks linking it to Günzburg and other nearby towns. Public transport services include bus lines that connect Dürrlauingen with the surrounding area.
- Cultural and Historical Sites: The municipality contains typical Bavarian rural architecture, including a parish church dating from the 19th century and several traditional farmsteads. No nationally recognized monuments are recorded.
Related Topics
- Günzburg (district)
- Swabia (Bavarian administrative region)
- Danube River basin in Germany
- Municipal associations in Bavaria
- Rural settlements in Bavaria
Note: While the general information presented aligns with available public records on Bavarian municipalities, specific statistical details such as current population figures are not quoted from a definitive source within this entry.