New Ulm

There are few places as charming as a small town, and Minnesota certainly has its fair share. How many small towns have you been to? New Ulm, Minnesota, is a charming small-town worth visiting. New Ulm's roots are deeply rooted in German heritage, as is its namesake in Germany. New Ulm, more of a small city than a small town, is as charming as they come. It's easy to see why it's home to over 13,000 people. New Ulm has German ancestors and is named after the city of Ulm in southern Germany. There are several attractions in town that highlight the German culture.


The Hermann Monument in Hermann Heights Park is a fun place to learn about the town's history. This 102-foot monument honors an ancient German independence leader. The park has a lovely green space where you can spread out a blanket and enjoy the weather. Near Johnson Park, New Ulm also has an authentic Glockenspiel that plays three times a day. The Brown County Historical Society Museum is another great place to learn about the history of this German city. Annual festivals are another excellent way to immerse yourself in the culture, and New Ulm is known as the "City of Festivals". Annual events include everything from classic car shows to admission-free fairs. New Ulm also goes all out for the holidays, with a variety of holiday events lighting up the dark winter nights.

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Top 10 Best Small Towns in Minnesota

  1. top 1 Grand Rapids
  2. top 2 Excelsior
  3. top 3 Ely
  4. top 4 Red Wing
  5. top 5 Grand Marais
  6. top 6 New Ulm
  7. top 7 Lanesboro
  8. top 8 Henderson
  9. top 9 Biwabik
  10. top 10 Pipestone

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