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Neu-Ulm is a Bavarian district combining a university town beside Ulm with industrial centres, historic towns and countryside.

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Aerial view across central Neu-Ulm from the Kollmannpark and Glacis area
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In short

Neu-Ulm is a rural district (Landkreis) in Bavaria with 183,595 people (Destatis, 31 Dec 2024). It has one university: Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Neu-Ulm (Neu-Ulm). Summers average 17.6 °C and winters 0.1 °C, with about 855 mm of rain a year (DWD, 1991–2020).

Neu-Ulm district in numbers

Population

183,595Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

Area

515.84 km²Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

People per km²

356Destatis 2024 (opens in a new tab)

Universities in the district

1Where Is My Uni? catalogue (opens in a new tab)

Hochschule für angewandte Wissenschaften Neu-Ulm

Typical student rent

€397 per monthSource (opens in a new tab)

Total monthly rent (Gesamtmiete) for a furnished single apartment at Heinz-Rühmann-Straße, as listed on the operator's undated page; checked November 2026. This is a residence price, not a district-wide average.

Average temperature

8.8 °C a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Rain

855 mm a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Sunshine

1,710 hours a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

Frost days

102 a yearDWD 1991–2020 (opens in a new tab)

About Neu-Ulm district

Neu-Ulm district lies in Bavarian Swabia, where Bavaria meets Baden-Württemberg. Its namesake city faces Ulm across the Danube; Ulm itself belongs to a different state and is outside the district. (District tourism (opens in a new tab), Neu-Ulm background (opens in a new tab))

Beyond the urban area, the district has river valleys, lakes and gently rolling countryside. Weißenhorn offers a historic town centre, while Illertissen and Roggenburg have notable castle and monastery buildings. This mix makes it worth distinguishing between living near the university and choosing a smaller town farther out. (District visitor guide (opens in a new tab), Weißenhorn (opens in a new tab))

Main towns

Universities here

Universities in Neu-Ulm district, biggest first.

The district has its own university, Hochschule Neu-Ulm (HNU); nearby options include Ulm University and Ulm University of Applied Sciences. Living near HNU is the straightforward choice for its students, while commuters should check their actual campus stop: bus 5 serves Neu-Ulm Hochschule and university-area stops in Ulm. Rail-connected towns are alternatives, but the journey continues beyond the station. This area is worth considering if you want access to both university life and countryside. (DING bus 5 timetable (opens in a new tab), District visitor guide (opens in a new tab))

Find a course in Neu-Ulm

Housing

Start early and search beyond student halls: Studierendenwerk Augsburg lists a waiting time of one to two semesters for its Neu-Ulm residence. That indicates pressure on this affordable option, rather than proving that every part of the district has the same housing market. (Residence information (opens in a new tab))

The typical student rent we found, and what that figure covers, is in the key facts.

How to find a place

Student residences

Cost of living

Useful budget anchors are the €397 monthly single-apartment rent and €700 deposit at the public student residence. (Studierendenwerk Augsburg (opens in a new tab)) In 2026, eligible HNU students can buy the Bavarian discounted Deutschlandticket for €43 per month; the standard Deutschlandticket costs €63. Food, insurance and other personal expenses come on top. These figures alone do not establish that private housing or total living costs are cheaper than in a large city. (Discounted ticket (opens in a new tab), Standard ticket (opens in a new tab))

Jobs & employers

Manufacturing and engineering are useful starting points for a student job search: Neu-Ulm has Daimler Buses' coach assembly and development activities, and Weißenhorn has PERI's formwork and scaffolding business. (Daimler Buses (opens in a new tab), PERI Weißenhorn (opens in a new tab)) PERI explicitly offers working-student positions, internships and thesis opportunities. Treat these as recruitment routes, with availability depending on the department and location. (PERI student opportunities (opens in a new tab))

Typical student jobs

Major employers

Getting around

DING publishes the area's local bus and regional rail timetables. Scheduled journeys to Ulm Hbf take roughly 3–5 minutes from Neu-Ulm station, around 15 minutes from Senden and around 30 minutes from Weißenhorn; these are station-to-station examples, not campus travel times. (RS71 timetable (opens in a new tab)) Bus 5 serves HNU and university-area stops in Ulm; check the current timetable because construction changes are listed. (DING timetables (opens in a new tab), Bus 5 (opens in a new tab)) The Deutschlandticket covers participating local buses and regional trains, including journeys across the state boundary, but excludes ICE and IC services. (DING ticket rules (opens in a new tab))

Main stations
Nearest airport

Memmingen Airport (FMM)

Travel via Memmingen railway station and the airport bus or shuttle. Ulm University estimates around 60–75 minutes between the airport and Ulm by bus and regional train; allow additional time to reach your district address. (Airport transport (opens in a new tab), University travel guidance (opens in a new tab))

Weather & seasons

Long-term averages from the German Weather Service station Ulm (17 km from the district centre), 1991–2020.

Winter

0.1 °C

51 mm rain a month

2.1 h sun a day

Spring

8.8 °C

68 mm rain a month

5.7 h sun a day

Summer

17.6 °C

104 mm rain a month

7.5 h sun a day

Autumn

8.6 °C

62 mm rain a month

3.4 h sun a day

Expect cold winters with regular frost, a gradual spring warm-up and generally mild-to-warm summers with occasional hot days. Summer is also relatively wet, so keep rainwear handy for the commute. Outdoor cultural events feature in Neu-Ulm's summer programme, while the Christmas market marks the approach of the winter break. (City events (opens in a new tab), Christmas market (opens in a new tab))

Culture, language & food

This is Bavarian Swabia, with a cultural landscape that includes baroque churches, monasteries and castles. Local clubs and associations also help run Neu-Ulm's Stadtfest, making public festivals one way to meet people beyond campus. (District tourism (opens in a new tab), Stadtfest (opens in a new tab))

For evenings out, include neighbouring Ulm in your search: Studierendenwerk Ulm lists clubs and other leisure options there. In Neu-Ulm itself, the city programme includes summer outdoor music and cultural events. If nightlife matters to you, check the return journey before choosing accommodation farther from the urban area. (Student leisure guide (opens in a new tab), Neu-Ulm events (opens in a new tab))

If your programme is taught in English, still plan to learn German for everyday life; DAAD stresses that an English-language degree does not remove that need. Aim towards B1 as a practical personal target, rather than treating it as a universal admission or employment requirement. (DAAD language guidance (opens in a new tab)) The regional dialect is Swabian, including East Swabian varieties around Ulm and Bavarian Swabia. (Dialect background (opens in a new tab))

Local food

Places & events

Places to see

Events

  • Outdoor event stage in Neu-Ulm's Glacis park

    Outdoor event stage in Neu-Ulm's Glacis park

  • Schloss Roggenburg in Roggenburg, Neu-Ulm district

    Schloss Roggenburg in Roggenburg, Neu-Ulm district

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Studying in Neu-Ulm district: FAQ

Is Neu-Ulm district a good place to live as a student?

It is worth considering if you want university access alongside smaller towns and countryside. Choose your address around the campus journey: the district has regional rail connections, but bus travel may still be needed after reaching a station. (DING timetables (opens in a new tab), District visitor guide (opens in a new tab))

Is there a university in Neu-Ulm district?

Yes. Hochschule Neu-Ulm (HNU), a university of applied sciences, is in Neu-Ulm. Its campus is served by the Neu-Ulm Hochschule stop on bus 5. (DING campus connection (opens in a new tab))

How do I commute from Neu-Ulm district to Ulm?

Regional trains connect Neu-Ulm, Senden and Weißenhorn with Ulm Hbf; indicative station-to-station journeys are about 3–5, 15 and 30 minutes respectively. Check the onward journey to your university building separately. (DING RS71 timetable (opens in a new tab))

What does student accommodation in Neu-Ulm cost?

Studierendenwerk Augsburg lists a furnished single apartment at Heinz-Rühmann-Straße for €397 total monthly rent, checked November 2026. This is one residence's price, not an average for private rooms or the district. (Official residence page (opens in a new tab))

Can HNU students get a discounted Deutschlandticket?

Yes: DING lists HNU students as eligible for the Bavarian discounted ticket, priced at €43 per month in 2026. Students at Ulm institutions are not eligible through that category and should check the separate JugendBW rules. (DING eligibility and prices (opens in a new tab))

What student jobs can I look for in Neu-Ulm district?

Look for working-student roles in IT, engineering, quality assurance, logistics and commercial departments. PERI, which operates in Weißenhorn, lists these fields in its student recruitment information; individual vacancies vary. (PERI working-student guide (opens in a new tab), Weißenhorn location (opens in a new tab))

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Sources & photo credits

Last updated November 2026. Population and area: Destatis. Weather: Deutscher Wetterdienst. Universities and courses: our catalogue. Everything else was researched from the sources below and checked — how we research these guides.

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