Ulm lies on the Danube on the Swabian Alb at an average elevation of 485 meters above sea level. The Danube flows at 470–480 m; districts on the Alb plateau reach 540–580 m. Ulm Minster (construction started 1377) holds the world's tallest church steeple at 161.5 m; Ulm is also the birthplace of Albert Einstein (1879).
That works out to roughly 1591 feet above sea level. The nearby cities compared on this page average 389 m, putting Ulm about 96 m higher.
Quick Facts
| Elevation (above sea level) | 485 m |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 48.3984° N, 9.9908° E |
| Country | Germany |
| Continent | Europe |
Compare elevations – nearby cities
| City | Elevation (m) | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Stuttgart | 246 | Germany |
| Munich | 520 | Germany |
| Augsburg | 490 | Germany |
| Nuremberg | 301 | Germany |
Frequently Asked Questions
How high is Ulm above sea level?
Ulm averages 485 m above sea level. The Danube flows at 470–480 m; Alb plateau districts reach 540–580 m.
How tall is Ulm Minster?
Ulm Minster's steeple at 161.5 m is the world's tallest church tower. The tower was only completed in 1890 – 500 years after construction began. On clear days the Zugspitze is visible from the top.
Is Ulm Einstein's birthplace?
Yes – Albert Einstein was born in Ulm on 14 March 1879, though his family moved to Munich when he was an infant. The birthplace on Bahnhofstraße was destroyed in WWII; a memorial marks the site.