The Swabian Dynasty refers to a ruling family in the Holy Roman Empire during the 11th and 12th centuries. It is primarily associated with the Hohenstaufen family, which produced several emperors, including Frederick I, known as Barbarossa. The dynasty played a significant role in the political landscape of medieval Europe, promoting the power of the emperor and the influence of the German nobility. The Swabian Dynasty's influence extended beyond Germany, impacting regions such as Italy and Sicily. Their reign was marked by conflicts with the papacy and rival dynasties, leading to a complex interplay of power. The dynasty eventually declined, culminating in the Hohenstaufen extinction in the late 13th century.