Bus from ULM to DUISBURG

Ulm has a lot to offer both inside and outside its city limits. Here, for example, an impressive mix of architecture meets historic sites and numerous gardens and parks. These are ideally complemented by great museums, theaters and collections of world class. The most popular Ulm attractions can be found in the city center.

High, higher, Ulm Münster! With 162 m, the Ulm Cathedral has the highest church tower in the world. At the same time the Ulm Cathedral is the largest Protestant church in Germany. The construction of the imposing church began in 1377 and spread over a period of 500 years. The profane reason for this: In 1543 the money for the further construction was missing. However, church construction was nearly completed by this year. To this day, it has been preserved in its original substance.

The Fishing Village (Fischerviertel): The talk is about the fishmonger Ulm, which is the most important old town complex in Ulm. Situated at the mouth of the Blue River in the Danube, the fishing village enchants with half-timbered architecture, old alleys and winding passages, as well as its numerous bridges. Once upon a time, craftsmen, whose work was related to the water, lived and worked here. Among them were Fischer, Gerber, Seifensieder or Müller.

Architecture: Opposites attract! If the city houses impressive historical buildings on the one hand, it shows an exciting architectural interplay with super-modern buildings on the other side. Ulm's town center, for example, is home to historic buildings such as the Town Hall, the Market Square and the Ulm Cathedral. On the other hand, there are modern buildings such as the White Town Hall and the pyramidal, glassy Central library.

Ulms Museums: If you are going on a trip to Ulm on the Danube, you will be surprised by the range of museums and exhibitions. For example, you can get an insight into the age of primordial and early history or the art of modernity in the cultural institutions of the city. To choose one of the museums in Ulm is anything but easy. How about visiting the Museum of Bread Culture? It gives you an exciting insight into the importance of grain and bread for the cultural development of mankind. A focus is on the depiction of the lack of bread or its history and present.

The Crooked House from the 15th / 16th century, the best-known house in the old town of Ulm, is located in the Fishermen's quarter on the banks of river Blue.According to the Guinness Book of Records, this building lodges, since 1995, the "most crooked hotel" of the world. After a complex renovation, it is corrected and secured in its crooked position.

The Town Hall Ulm: It is located close to the Ulm Cathedral and can be recognized by its impressive exterior paintings from the early Renaissance period. The paintings depict doctrinal representations of commandments, virtues and vices, dating back to 1900. In fact, they are considerably older. However, they had to be re-applied because of the weather.

Einstein Fountain: Once Ulmer, always Ulmer! One of the most famous sons of Ulm is none other than Albert Einstein. On March 14, 1879, the world-famous genius was born in Ulm. Although Einstein lived only 15 months in the city, he felt that he will be connected with the city even after his death.

The Danube Aquarium: A visit to the zoo with Danube Aquarium should not be missing on your to-do list of the most exciting attractions in Ulm. In the zoo you can marvel at more than 2,000 animals up close. There are numerous native species as well as exotic inhabitants to admire. When visiting the zoo, for example, you will discover arrowgift frogs and iguanas. In the tropical house, monkeys, crocodiles and colorful birds await you.

A holiday in Ulm is more than worthwhile. The Donube city is the right place for adventurers and explorers as well as for culture and nature fans. These most popular Ulm attractions promises you a colorful mix that shows how versatile the city is. Therefore you can look forward to an impressive combination of tradition and modernity, from history and innovation as well as exciting experience.

The Rhine metropolis of Duisburg has a population of about 496,000 people and is located on the Lower Rhine. The history of the town dates back to the Roman era and is thus one of the oldest cities in Germany. In the Middle Ages it developed into a flourishing trading city and is now a major industrial city in North Rhine-Westphalia.

 Although Duisburg got its popularity from its steel mills, which produce up to 35% of steel in whole Germany, Duisburg also has a lot of other cultural and historical landmarks to offer, such as the following:

The Galeria Duisburg: The Galeria Duisburg is a shopping center and it is situated in an impressive glass palace. Here you can shop to your heart's content and recover yourself in the restaurant after a whole day shopping.. The Studio 47 station in Duisburg is based here.

The Theater Duisburg: The Theater Duisburg was opened in November 1912 and is located in the inner city. Its characteristics are the Roman columns. Theater, opera and philharmonic concerts take place here.

The Casino Duisburg: The Casino Duisburg is located in the entertainment complex City Palais and is one of the biggest casinos in Germany. After a game of roulette, poker or slot machines, the restaurant and bars invite you to satisfy your sophisticated palate with their culinary experience.

The Old Reichsbank: The Old Reichsbank is a building of the former Reichsbank and has been built in an impressive Italian palazzo style. Today, a Brauhaus is housed on the ground floor and is open for the visitors.

Citibank Tower: The Citibank Tower is the tallest building in Duisburg with a height of 72 meters and 16 floors. The office tower was built within ten months near the main station and opened in 1999. There is situated the main center of Citibank Private Customers AG.

Duisburg Zoo: The Duisburg Zoo was opened in 1934 and is the home of over 2100 animals, which can be admired. These include, for example, fossils, belugas, red river hogs or gorillas. Since 1994, koalas have also been raised here.

Duisburger Six-Lakes-Plate: The Duisburger Six-Lakes-Plate is a large recreation area in the district Weldau. The six lakes Wambachsee, Haubachsee, Böllertsee, Masurensee, Wolfs-See and Wildförstersee form the lake plateau. On the Wolfs-See the Wolfsberg was built in 1967 and features a view tower, which  offers a wonderful view over the landscape and an outdoor pool available for visitors to swim. It is allowed to sail and swin in each lake.

Duisburg Cultural and Historical Museum: it was founded in 1902 and it givesa glimpse into the city's history. It is located at the inner harbor of the city and offers an insight into the history of Duisburg. Close to the museum is the partially preserved city wall.

Enjoy the benefits of urban life. From the small street festival in the neighborhood to the big live concert: Duisburg has so much to offer. Particularly at the weekend it attracts with many events and parties in Duisburg. Numerous cinemas, restaurants, bars and pubs ensure a successful start into the nightlife. Whether musicals, theaters or comedy - at present 8209 events in the event calendar in Duisburg is the right thing for every taste.