There is a lot to discover in Ulm and Neu-Ulm - whether it's sport, partying or cultural events.
University sports
- University sports at Ulm University: Offers courses for students at Ulm University, Ulm University of Applied Sciences and Neu-Ulm University of Applied Sciences. Registration takes place online at the beginning of the semester and is valid for one semester. There is a small participation fee.
- “UNIfit” gym: An inexpensive and well-equipped gym (UNIfit: 025, level 1).
- Sailing courses: In cooperation with the university sailing club USCU, including theory at the university and practice on Lake Constance in the summer semester.
Theater & Music
- Theater Ulm (only in German): Offers a large repertoire of modern and classical plays as well as concerts and ballet performances.
- Roxy (only in German): Offers a variety of cultural events (concerts, theater, cabaret, parties).
- Theater Neu-Ulm (only in German): Students receive tickets at a reduced price of € 3.00. Students receive a 50% discount on remaining tickets 15 minutes before the performance begins.
- Theaterei (only in German) in Herrlingen and Theaterei Zelt.
Parties & Cinemas
Students often get cheaper tickets. Show your student ID and ask for student discounts.
Student bars
- Cat (only in German) (alternative metal concerts and parties), Prittwitzstraße 36
- Jazzkeller Sauschdall (only in German) (jazz concerts, game & jam and parties), Prittwitzstraße 36
- Studentencafé (only in German) (free concerts and parties), Stuttgarter Straße 15
Cinemas
The cinemas in Ulm usually show films in German, but sometimes films are also shown in other languages or with subtitles. In order to receive a student discount, you must show your student ID and sometimes also your identity card/passport in all cinemas.
- Xinedome (only in German), Multiplexkino, Am Lederhof 1, 89073 Ulm
- Dietrich-Theater (only in German), Multiplexkino, Marlene-Dietrich-Str. 1, 89231 Neu-Ulm
- Freilichtkino (only in German), Schwimmbad SSV, Stadionstraße 17, 89077 Ulm
- The open-air cinema is open from July to mid-September. Tickets are available in advance or at the box office. If the weather is bad, check the website to find out whether the screening is taking place.
- Obscura (only in German), arthouse cinema, Schillerstraße 1, 89077 Ulm
- Mephisto (only in German), arthouse cinema, Rosengasse 15, 89073 Ulm
Other events
SoNaFe
The
SommerNachtsFest (only in German) takes place every summer semester and offers a wonderful open-air atmosphere in the inner courtyard of the University West with live bands, DJs and more.
Ulmer Zelt
From the end of May to the beginning of July, renowned artists from all over the world perform in a large tent in Friedrichsau. There are concerts, theater and cabaret performances. A large beer garden is set up around the
Ulmer Zelt (only in German). Students receive a discount on tickets for the Ulm Tent.
The International Danube Festival
The
Danube Festival takes place every two years from the beginning to the middle of July on the banks of the Danube in Ulm/Neu-Ulm. Over ten days, the marketplace of cultures offers an international cultural program with music, dance, literature and exhibitions. The Danube countries present themselves and their lifestyles with authentic handicrafts, traditional music and culinary specialties.
The Schwörwoche
Schwörwoche (only in German) is the biggest festival in Ulm. At the end of July, the city celebrates itself for a whole week. Highlights include the light serenade with 5,000 lanterns on the Danube and the Nabada, a carnival parade on the Danube. Many stores and public authorities are closed in the afternoon on Schwörmontag.
Calendar of events
Museums & Education
Museums
- Museum Ulm (art and history), Marktplatz 9
- Stadthaus Ulm, Münsterplatz 50
- kunsthalle weishaupt, Hans-und-Sophie-Scholl-Platz 1
- Edwin Scharff Museum (art and children's museum), Petrusplatz 4
- Donauschwäbisches Zentralmuseum, Schillerstraße 1
- Museum Brot und Kunst, Salzstadelgasse 10
- Naturmuseum Ulm (only in German), Kornhausgasse 3
- Fort and concentration camp memorial Oberer Kuhberg (only in German), Am Hochsträss 1
- Bundesfestung Ulm (only in German) (basic information about all fortifications), Bahnwaldstraße 11
- Wilhelmsburg Ulm (only in German), Prittwitzstraße 100
Adult education centers
The adult education centers in Ulm and Neu-Ulm offer a variety of general education courses. These range from yoga, cooking courses and political discussion groups to art and language courses.
City libraries
Relaxation
Parks and gardens
- Friedrichsau: Large park on the banks of the Danube (stop “Donauhalle”, line 1), with a small zoo (the “Aquarium”), small lakes and many beer gardens. Many Ulm events take place here (e.g. Ulmer Zelt, Ulmer Volksfest).
- Botanical garden of Ulm University with greenhouse, apothecary garden and beer garden.
- Glacis Park: Beautiful park in Neu-Ulm with lakes, playgrounds, a beer garden and an event stage with many events in summer.
Swimming pools & lakes
- Donaubad Ulm/Neu-Ulm GmbH (only in German)
- Bad Blau (only in German)
- Westbad (only in German)
- Hallenbad Neu-Ulm (only in German)
- Baggerseen:
- Free lakes in the vicinity of Ulm for swimming, e.g. Pfuhler See (Neu-Ulm Pfuhl), Ludwigsfelder See (Neu-Ulm Ludwigsfeld) and Waldsee Senden. The lakes are best reached by bike or car.
Excursion destinations
- Blaubeuren (only in German): A small town about 20 km west of Ulm. It is home to the “Blautopf” (Germany's most famous karst spring) and a medieval monastery.
- Wiblingen Monastery: Former Benedictine abbey with a baroque library.
- Swabian Alb: Beautiful landscapes, caves, castles and palaces.
- Lake Constance (only in German): Germany's largest lake, which can be reached from Ulm in an hour by train/car.
- Allgäu Alps (only in German): Excellent ski resorts and the best hiking opportunities, which can be reached within an hour.
Further leisure activities
