Ingolstadt lies on the Danube in the heart of Bavaria at an average elevation of 377 meters above sea level. The Danube flows at 365–370 m; the surrounding plateau sits at 380–400 m. Ingolstadt is Audi's global headquarters and the fictional setting of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1818), where Victor Frankenstein studies at the local university.
That works out to roughly 1237 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 414 m, putting Ingolstadt about 37 m lower.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 377 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 48.7665° N, 11.4257° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Munich | 520 | Germany |
| Augsburg | 490 | Germany |
| Nuremberg | 301 | Germany |
| Regensburg | 344 | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Ingolstadt above sea level?
Ingolstadt averages 377 m above sea level. The Danube flows at 365–370 m; the surrounding plateau at 380–400 m.
Why is Audi headquartered in Ingolstadt?
Audi's predecessor relocated to Ingolstadt in 1945 after the war. Today Ingolstadt is Audi AG's global headquarters employing over 40,000 people.
What does Frankenstein have to do with Ingolstadt?
In Mary Shelley's novel Frankenstein (1818), Victor Frankenstein studies at the University of Ingolstadt where he creates his monster. The city has embraced this literary connection.