Weekend in Neu-Ulm

A paved walking and cycling path along the Danube bank, linking Neu-Ulm to the pedestrian bridge over to Ulm. Free access with benches and views of the river traffic and weir.

Tip: Best at sunset when the Minster glows pink. Continue south along the path for 15 minutes to reach the quieter 'Wiblingen' bank area with swans.

A long, paved path along the Danube river, with benches and grass areas. Great for walking, cycling, or watching boats and the Ulm Minster across the water.

Tip: Bring binoculars. The view of Ulm's skyline from the southern bank at sunset is excellent, and you can spot herons and cormorants along the reeds.

A large public park along the Danube with walking paths, open lawns, and playgrounds. Good for a picnic or a leisurely stroll with views of the river and the Ulm Minster spire across the water.

Tip: Bring your own food; there's a small kiosk but it's limited. Early morning is quietest for birdwatching.

A small municipal museum tracing the city's history from Roman times through industrialisation. Exhibits include military uniforms, trade tools, and a 19th-century pharmacy. Admission free every first

Tip: Go on a free Sunday—usual entrance is €3. The museum has a detailed model of the 1944 bombing of Neu-Ulm, which locals find moving but visitors may find intense.

A quiet square with a striking modern church built in the 1960s, featuring a tall concrete tower and simple interior. The church is free to enter and often empty, offering a peaceful spot away from th

Tip: Look for the small mosaic panel near the entrance depicting local history. The square benches are a good lunch spot if you've brought sandwiches.

A sobering memorial sculpture and information panels on the site of a former Gestapo prison. The open-air installation explains Neu-Ulm's role during the Nazi era. Free and unfenced.

Tip: Allow 15 minutes. The panels are in German only, but the visual impact is clear. Combine with a walk along the nearby 'Blockhüttenweg' for context.

A listed Protestant church built in 1902 in historicist style. Features a tall spire, stained-glass windows, and a well-maintained interior with wooden pews and a modern altar.

Tip: The church is usually open 9–5, but ring the bell at the parish office next door if it's locked—they'll often let you in. The acoustic is excellent; ask if any free lunchtime concerts are scheduled.

A municipal art gallery and cultural centre hosting rotating exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, plus a permanent display of works by local sculptor Edwin Scharff. Entry to

Tip: Check their website for free guided tours in German on select Sundays. The café next door does decent coffee for under €3.

A large, landscaped park with an ornamental pond, rose garden, playground, and plenty of shaded benches. Popular for picnics and dog walking.

Tip: The park has free public barbecue grills near the eastern end—bring your own charcoal. Also, the small cafe at the park entrance sells cheap ice cream (€1.50 a scoop).

The modern glass-and-steel city hall building, opened in 2015. The ground floor lobby is open to the public and occasionally hosts free exhibitions on local history and urban devel

Tip: Check the digital board outside for any free talks or film screenings in the auditorium—sometimes they run short documentaries about the Danube region.