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Ulm Minster

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Ulm Minster is a Gothic Lutheran church in Germany, begun in 1377 and completed in 1890 with a 161.5-meter spire, long the world's tallest church.

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How tall is Ulm Minster?

Ulm Minster's spire is 161.5 meters tall. That height has made it famous as the tallest church in the world for a long period.

Is Ulm Minster a cathedral?

Despite the common English label, Ulm Minster is not a bishop's cathedral. It is a Lutheran church in Ulm, Germany, and its German name is Ulmer Münster.

When was Ulm Minster built?

Construction began in 1377 and was completed in 1890. The long building history explains why the church combines medieval Gothic ambition with 19th-century completion work.

Can visitors climb the tower at Ulm Minster?

Visitors have traditionally been able to climb the tower, though access can depend on maintenance and weather. The climb is famous because the spire rises to 161.5 meters above the city of Ulm.

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