Ulm

Ulm, Germany, is a charming city where history meets innovation. Home to the tallest church steeple in the world, Ulm Minster, this city offers stunning Gothic architecture and breathtaking views. Stroll along the Danube River, explore the vibrant Fischerviertel district with its half-timbered houses, and savor local delicacies like Maultaschen. Don’t miss the chance to visit the intriguing Einstein Museum, celebrating the city's famous son. Ulm is a delightful blend of culture, history, and culinary delights waiting to be discovered.

Ulm, Germany

Top things to do in Ulm

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Museum

Museum Ulm

Museum Ulm houses art and cultural history exhibits, including the famous Lion Man sculpture, one of the oldest known figurative artworks.

Entertainment

Theater Ulm

Theater Ulm is a major performing arts venue offering opera, ballet, and drama, with a diverse program in a historic building.

Religious site

Wiblingen Abbey

Wiblingen Abbey is a former Benedictine monastery in Ulm, Germany, renowned for its exquisite Rococo library hall.

Landmark

Fortress of Ulm

The Fortress of Ulm is one of Europe's largest preserved fortress complexes, offering a glimpse into 19th-century military architecture.

Park & nature

Botanischer Garten der Universität Ulm

Botanischer Garten der Universität Ulm is a botanical garden showcasing diverse plant collections, ideal for nature lovers and researchers.

Landmark

Stadthaus Ulm

A striking glass-and-steel event venue in central Ulm, hosting exhibitions and cultural events.

Religious site

Söflingen Abbey

A former Cistercian nunnery with a stunning Gothic church, now a cultural venue and park.

Museum

Oberer Kuhberg concentration camp

A memorial site and museum on the site of a former Nazi concentration camp, documenting Nazi crimes.

Religious site

Elchingen Abbey

Explore a former Benedictine monastery with a stunning Baroque church in Ulm, Germany.

Museum

Rommel Museum, Blaustein

Discover the life and legacy of Field Marshal Erwin Rommel at this museum in Blaustein, near Ulm.

Entertainment

Arena Ulm/Neu-Ulm

Catch concerts, sports, and events at this modern multi-purpose indoor arena in Ulm/Neu-Ulm.

Landmark

Brauerei Gold Ochsen

Historic brewery in Ulm offering guided tours and beer tastings.

Landmark

Schapfen Mill Tower

Historic grain silo turned observation tower with panoramic views of Ulm.

Park & nature

Turritellenplatte

Nature reserve with fossil-rich limestone layers and scenic hiking trails.

Religious site

Ulm Minster

Ulm Minster is the tallest church in the world, with a spire reaching 161.5 meters, offering breathtaking views of Ulm and the Danube.

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