Ulm (Baden-Württemberg) - the friendly Swabian city on the Danube
Do you know it? Ulm – the small city with the tallest church spire in the world, Ulm Minster? Or perhaps you know it better as the city the train passes through when traveling from Stuttgart to Munich (or vice versa). The small town lies directly on the Danube, the border between the federal states of Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg. So, you only have to cross the bridge once to get from Ulm in Baden-Württemberg to Neu-Ulm in Bavaria. But that's by no means the only highlight that this Swabian city on the Danube has to offer!
First of all, yes, it's true! Ulm Minster currently has the tallest church spire in the world and is also the largest Protestant church in Germany. It was completed in 1890 and survived two world wars almost unscathed. When Ulm was completely destroyed by an air raid in World War II, except for 20% of its original size, the Minster was one of the few buildings to remain undamaged. Almost miraculously, the largest and tallest building in the entire area was not hit by a bomb. Even today, there is lively debate among Ulm residents about whether the Minster was protected by a "higher power" or whether it was the wind that sweeps across Minster Square in good weather and bad :). You should definitely visit Ulm Minster during your visit to Ulm. Entry to the church is free, and the climb up the tower is now open again. 768 steps on a narrow spiral staircase lead you to the highest viewing platform. From here, you'll have a fantastic view of the city, and in good weather, you can even see as far as the Alps. If you decide to attempt the climb, we recommend bringing a small ladies' bag or a small leather backpack with drinks so you don't arrive at the top thirsty after the strenuous climb. If you happen to visit the Minster on a Wednesday or Saturday, you can stroll through Ulm's large weekly market on Münsterplatz after your visit. This market takes place weekly on these two days, and you can find plenty of delicious items and the occasional Swabian specialty. (By the way: to find the Minster, all you have to do is look up and keep walking towards the church tower ;-) )
Another highlight of the city of Ulm is the Fishermen's Quarter . It's just a few minutes' walk from the Minster and lies between Ulm's pedestrian zone and the Danube. The old half-timbered houses in the Fishermen's Quarter are surrounded by water. As you walk through small, winding alleys, you'll occasionally come across galleries, restaurants, and small shops. Let yourself be enchanted by the magical atmosphere of the small bridges, narrow streets, and old, flower-decorated half-timbered houses! Incidentally, the most famous half-timbered house in Ulm is the Leaning House. It's a hotel, and when you pass it, you'll know where its name comes from.
From the Fischerviertel (Fishing Quarter), you can also get directly to the Danube. Weather permitting, you can walk from the city toward Friedrichsau . Friedrichsau is Ulm's city park, and after a 15-20 minute walk along the Danube, you'll find yourself in a green area. During your stroll, you'll also pass the so-called "Donauwiese" (Danube Meadow). In summer, many young people sit here, sunbathing or having picnics. If you happen to catch a day with great weather, here's an insider tip: In Friedrichsau, there's a pizzeria called Hundskomödie. It's run by Italians and is known for making the best wood-fired pizza in all of Ulm . You can buy a pizza here and enjoy it, for example, on the Donauwiese (Danube Meadow) in the early evening to round off the evening. Currently, an old, dilapidated beer garden in Friedrichsau is being transformed into a cultural beer garden. It's scheduled to open on June 5th, and starting June 15th, regular events such as concerts and theater performances will take place there. Many students are involved in the renovation, including upcycling artists, musicians, actors, an art association, and more. Although it hasn't been open to visitors yet, the pop-up beer garden promises to be a great cultural destination during a city trip to Ulm.
We wish you a wonderful time in this charming Swabian town on the Danube!
Your myBagFactory team
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