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Ulm Town Hall | A fairy-tale painted historical building!

| Fairytale-like painted historical buildings! . 👍 Reason for recommendation: Gorgeous murals + astronomical clock, like a medieval fairy tale! Ulm Rathaus is one of the most striking buildings in the old town of Ulm. Its most attractive feature is the exquisite murals on the exterior walls. The colorful murals depict medieval history and mythology. Not only that, there is an ancient astronomical clock in a corner of the town hall, which can not only tell time, but also display the moon phases and the position of the ecliptic. It can be called the "crystallization of medieval technology" in Ulm! 🏛🔭 ✨ Why is it worth coming? ✔ The 15th-century painted exterior is exquisite and looks like a fairy tale world! 🎨 ✔ The history of the astronomical clock can be traced back to 1520, and its complex mechanical structure is super shocking! 🕰️ ✔ The square in front of the town hall is a great angle to take pictures of Ulm Cathedral! 📸 ⸻ 📅 Travel guide: the best way to visit 📌 Recommended time to visit: All year round, but it is recommended to go on a sunny day, as good light will make for more beautiful photos! 🌞 📌 Suggested tour duration: 30-60 minutes, can be combined with a walking tour of the old town 📍 Highlights of the Tour ✅ 🌟 Painted exterior walls • The murals tell the history and mythology of medieval Ulm, with rich colors and details, suitable for careful appreciation ✅ 🕰️ Astronomical Clock •The astronomical clock installed in 1520 combines information such as time, moon phases, and the zodiac. The mechanical beauty is amazing! ✅ 🏛️ Internal tour (partially open) • There is a historical exhibition on the first floor, showing the development of Ulm and old photos (opening hours are uncertain, please check in advance) ✅ 📸 Best shooting angle • The square in front of the City Hall: You can take a panoramic photo of the City Hall + the astronomical clock at the same time • The alley opposite: You can take a perfect picture of "Ulm Cathedral + Town Hall" ⸻ 🚗 Transportation guide: How to get there? 🚆 Train: Take the train from Munich or Stuttgart to Ulm Hbf, and walk to the town hall in 10 minutes. 🚗 By car: You can park in the parking lots around the old town, such as Parkhaus Deutschhaus, which is a 5-minute walk away ⸻ 🍽️ Nearby food recommendations 🍴 Zur Forelle 🐟——Classic German cuisine, grilled trout + potato salad is recommended 🍴 Barfüßer Hausbrauerei 🍻 —— Ulm local beer hall, German sausage platter + dark beer is awesome 🍴 Café Einstein ☕ —— Suitable for afternoon tea, apple pie + latte is recommended ⸻ 💡 Other Tips ✔ No tickets are required for the City Hall, but internal visits are subject to availability ✔ Every hour, the astronomical clock will chime and its mechanism will operate, so remember to pay attention! ✔ It is recommended to visit Ulm Cathedral together, which is only a 3-minute walk away! ⸻ ⏳ Summary: Is it worth going? ✅ The appearance is very artistic, suitable for taking photos and checking in! 📸 ✅ The astronomical clock has a long history and is full of medieval mechanical beauty! 🕰️ ✅ The old town is within walking distance, suitable for visiting together with the cathedral! 🏰 📍 If you come to Ulm, be sure to stop here and feel the medieval charm of this city! 🎭
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Posted: Mar 23, 2025
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