Ulm Minster Ulmer Münster
Ulm, Germany
Ulm Minster is a church building in Germany designed in the Gothic architecture style by architect Ulrich Ensingen. With a height of 162 meters, it is one of the most looked-up sights in the country according to English Wikipedia. Construction on this Kulturdenkmal began in 1377, and the building is dedicated to Mary.
Planning a visit
The weather in Ulm is mildest from May through September, when daily highs range between 18 °C and 23 °C. These months are also the rainiest, with rainfall reaching up to 100 mm in July. Travelers visiting between October and March should expect colder conditions, with low temperatures often dropping to or below freezing. Packing layers is advisable, as temperatures vary significantly throughout the year.
Memmingen Allgau Airport is the nearest airport, located 49 km away. The site is situated 517 km from Berlin. The church is open for visits from 10:00 to 15:00 between October 15 and March 31, and from 09:00 to 17:00 between April 1 and October 14. There is an entrance fee required for entry, and the building does not provide wheelchair access.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 23 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 21 | 23 | 23 | 19 | 14 | 7 | 4 |
| Average low, °C | -4 | -3 | 0 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 1 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 54 | 48 | 57 | 58 | 93 | 91 | 100 | 88 | 72 | 67 | 60 | 69 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
