🇩🇪 The World's Tallest Church Hides in This German Town

Tucked away in the quaint border city of Ulm (between Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria) stands the 161.53-meter-tall Ulm Minster—holding the title of world's tallest church until 2026, when Barcelona's Sagrada Família claims the crown. ⏳ A 500-Year Labor of Love Construction: Begun in 1377, this Gothic masterpiece took five centuries to complete (finished in 1890)! WWII Miracle: Survived Allied bombings that destroyed 80% of Ulm—its medieval sculptures still adorn the exterior, while tragically, evacuated stained glass was lost. 🎟️ Visiting Tips 📍 Location: 15-min walk from Ulm Hauptbahnhof (central station) 🕒 Hours: Apr-Oct 15: 9:00-18:00 (church), tower closes 17:00 Oct 16-Mar: 10:00-17:00 (church), tower closes 16:00 🚪 Admission: Free to enter; €7 to climb the tower (768 steps!) 🏆 Peak Access: Highest platform only open 10:00-15:00 (summer) / 12:00-14:30 (winter) 🌟 Why It's Special Architecture: Soaring vaults, intricate choir stalls, and an astronomical clock from 1520. Views: On clear days, spot the Alps from the top! #GothicMasterpiece #UlmMinster #WorldRecords #HiddenGermany #ArchitectureLovers