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In cooperation with the "Ulmer Unke“ project of the Stadtjugendring Ulm, there is also a „Donau-Unke“ this year at the Ulm Children's and Youth Book Prize. In addition to selecting the best books in the categories 10-12 and 13+, this year the children's jury will also read and judge (translated) children's and young adult books by authors from the Danube countries. Further information at www.ulmerunke.de [...] |
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Who is going to cross the Danube? How many bridges do you have to cross? Which Danube countries are not yet part of the EU? And what is there to eat at the International Danube Festival? These and many other questions have to be answered on 1 July, from 20:45, in our „Danube edition“ of the Murphy's Law Pub Quiz. As a prelude [...] |
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Young people have been coming together at the International Danube Festival since 2008. This year, 83 young people from 13 Danube countries and neighbouring countries are taking part in the camp. The young adults spend a week on the banks of the Danube and experience their cultures and languages in dialogue with many others. Together they take part in workshops and discuss new ideas. The special [...] |
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Vienna is just the beginning - the Danube cycle path beyond the popular routes The stage from Passau to Vienna is considered a classic on the Danube cycle path and is certainly a dream destination for many cyclists, and rightly so. But have you ever been further south-east, to the metropolises of Bratislava or Budapest? In the Amazon at the European Danube border triangle? At the mouths of the Danube tributaries Sava [...] 
The Danube seepage takes centre stage, the fascinating natural phenomenon where the Danube splits and flows into two oceans. Danube Guide Annemarie Atzrodt vividly explains what is behind it and why it is unique in the world. At the same time, the region shows how varied hiking and cycling along the Danube are in the Donaubergland: Premium and quality hiking trails, impressive landscapes and many opportunities to [...] 
From Bosnia to the Upper Danube Valley: overcoming borders, forging friendships and shaping the future together. Following the Danube Youth Encounters in Bosnia, young people met this year in the heart of the Upper Danube Valley in the Swabian Alb. The DYON network strengthens international exchange and gives young people a voice in the EU Strategy for the Danube Region. 
Neymashe – Textile Statements between Art and Encounter Under the artist name Neymashe, Ulm-based artist Janina Magdalena Röhrich creates large-scale textile works at the intersection of textile art, drawing, typography and installation. The starting point for her artistic practice is direct encounters with people. She became particularly well known for her ‘blind portraits’, which are created without looking at the surface […] 
Built in 1340 before the cathedral, Ulm's Metzgerturm tower was once part of the old city wall, built partly of wood, directly on the Danube. Due to the lowering of the Danube water level when the city wall was rebuilt in 1480, the tower slowly but steadily sank towards the north-west until the leaning tower was replaced by a [...] 
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To the sound of the Danube Festival fanfare, performed by eight trumpeters from the Junge Bläserphilharmonie Ulm, the Lord Mayor and Lord Mayoress of the cities of Neu-Ulm and Ulm welcome guests from near and far from a box in the middle of the Danube. The ceremony will be artistically accompanied by the participants of the Danube Youth Camp. Afterwards, the Market of the [...] 
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It is the idea of overcoming boundaries and discovering new horizons that lies behind the IDF Factory encounter project. In 2026, we will be presenting concert evenings of a special kind for the fifth time. These special concerts are indexed and realised premieres of the Donaufest and promise unforgettable live moments. On two evenings, the four formations will present their own repertoire as well as [...]
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Shaping the digital future along the Danube. Opening up new opportunities for SMEs and industry through cooperation. The aim of the event is to promote international cooperation and explore opportunities for SMEs and other stakeholders in the Danube region in terms of digital transformation and technological innovation in a rapidly changing environment. The [...] |
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It is said that the true magic of jazz is the unexpected - the whisper of a melody, the suddenness of a rhythm. The trio of Henning Dampel, Andreas Schnell and Bernward Schäfer embodies this magic in all its facets - but always remains harmonious. Henning Dampel on piano is a storyteller. Andreas Schnell on bass gives the music a pulsating backbone and Bernward Schäfer is [...]
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The youth dance group of the Hungarian-German Education Centre (UBZ) in Baja can look back on a history of over 65 years. Shortly after the founding of the German-language grammar school in southern Hungary, it was founded by committed young people and teachers with the aim of preserving and passing on the folk dances and songs of the Hungarian Germans in the region. In the region around [...] |
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The Ulm Network for Citizen Science introduces itself and its activities and not only invites you to join in the research, but also reports on a research bike tour along the Danube, which took place for the first time last year and in which a mixed group of scientists, citizen scientists and volunteers travelled together by bike to collect data [...].
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There's something for young and old! Colouring tables, can throwing and a KINDERTOMBOLA with high-quality prizes and exciting adventure vouchers.
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Presentation of the „Young Danube Ambassadors“ In the 2025/26 school year, the 20 pupils who took part in the „Young Danube Ambassadors“ training programme acquired knowledge in the areas of democracy, the Danube habitat and the cultural memory of the Danube region, which contributed to an understanding of their own region, but above all to an understanding of the Danube region. The knowledge gained and the network created should help to participate in social [...]
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At the last International Danube Festival, Lord Mayor Gunter Czisch and jazz musician Aleksandar Dujin, from Novi Sad in Serbia, gave the Ulm audience a taste of their musical skills on the Weindorfbühne stage. In an expanded constellation - Aleksandar Dujin on piano, Nevena Reljin on vocals, Gunter Czisch on drums, Ulrich Kuhn on bass and Berthold Fischer on [...] |
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Ulm is getting a new green belt along the Westglacis, which runs through the city from Wilhelmsburg to the Danube. A very special urban development project! The federal fortress is coming more into focus and new spaces for encounters and togetherness are being created. Curious to find out more? Visit us and find out what will be created by 2030! 
A selfie with the Frankenstein monster? Or dressed as a duke proclaiming the Bavarian Purity Law for beer? At the Ingolstadt live stand, you can take fun souvenir photos in front of our photo booth and take them home with you straight away. There’s also a children’s play area – perfect for parents to take a quick breather. Get to know Ingolstadt – why not pop by and see us?. 
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From 3 to 10 July 2026, Ulm will once again become a creative hotspot for up-and-coming musicians from the Danube region: the donau.pop.camp, embedded in the International Danube Festival, will bring together six exciting acts from all over Europe for an intensive week full of exchange, coaching and new musical impulses. The donau.pop.camp is organised and curated by popbastion.ulm - a central [...]
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The e. tage radio reporters are on the road again at the international Danube Festival. Together they will discover exciting stories, voices and sounds around the Danube Festival, interview festival guests and artists and thus create a colourful audio report that will be proudly presented at the end. The reporters will be at the festival from 6 to 10 July [...]
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Children's book participation programme Discovering the Danube with the beautiful Lau - a creative river journey for children Based on the book by Gabriela Costea, Iulia Iordan and Anca Smărăndache: „Lau lacht wieder“, created as part of the „Danube Nature Guides“ project Contributors: Gabriela Costea (Romania/Germany), Dr Sabine Schmidt-Halewicz, Giesela Müller WORKSHOP PROGRAMME IN THE CHILDREN'S TENT: Event 1: 10.00 - 11.30 [...] |
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Venue, networks and educational programmes At our information stand, we are showcasing the World Heritage site "Borders of the Roman Empire – Danube Limes (Western Section)". Discover the wide range of topics covered by this archaeological World Heritage site, including its educational programmes, networks and various projects. We would be delighted to discuss with you the opportunities and challenges presented by our transnational, serial World Heritage site. A particularly topical project is the Interreg project „Roman […]
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The e. tage radio reporters are on the road again at the international Danube Festival. Together they will discover exciting stories, voices and sounds around the Danube Festival, interview festival guests and artists and thus create a colourful audio report that will be proudly presented at the end. The reporters will be at the festival from 6 to 10 July [...]
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As part of the International Danube Festival, we are inviting schools to take part in our interactive quiz „Europe and the Danube“. Pupils from the 10th grade onwards have the opportunity to test and deepen their knowledge about the Danube and Europe. Great prizes await the five best teams. Participation in the event is free of charge. [...]
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Theatre Castle in the Air: A play for adults and children aged five and up Do you have a monster under your bed? No? Have you ever looked? The girl doesn't believe in monsters either. But suddenly a small, hairy creature is sitting in the middle of the room. And doesn't want to leave. How do you get rid of a monster like that? [...] |
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It interactively conveys basic knowledge about the EU, makes it clear which Danube countries are EU members and which want to become members. It enables all topics and questions relating to current European politics - especially from the perspective of the Danube region - to be brought to the table and discussed. Further information material, which was developed in cooperation with europedirect and the Regional Centre for Political [...] 
How diverse is the nature along the Danube? What animals live on its banks, what plants characterise the landscape? And what did the Danube actually look like in the past? The Ulm Nature Museum, the Ulm Botanical Garden and BUND provide insights into the biodiversity and geology around the Danube. 
What do you know about the Danube countries, their people, society and culture? Would you like to ask locals directly? Come and talk to us in our tent: we will show you how you can also exchange ideas on interesting topics digitally via the multilingual online platform ViMA danube (vima-danube.eu) - whether you speak the same language or not.
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The e. tage radio reporters are on the road again at the international Danube Festival. Together they will discover exciting stories, voices and sounds around the Danube Festival, interview festival guests and artists and thus create a colourful audio report that will be proudly presented at the end. The reporters will be at the festival from 6 to 10 July [...]
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Open creative offer for children In the creative tent (children's tent) on the banks of the Danube on the Neu-Ulm side, everything is ready to be moulded, kneaded and rolled! Children of all ages can get active here and create their own Danube landscape out of clay. Figures, objects and wild creatures are created to populate the growing landscape. The programme is free of charge and is [...]
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Storytelling with Tine Mehls Tine Mehls tells stories for young and old |
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In the Interreg project „Danube GeoTour Plus“, partners from nine countries bordering the Danube are working together on the sustainable and inclusive development of their regions for different target groups. The UNESCO Global Geopark Swabian Alb will present the current results and future goals of the project at the Danube Festival. 
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Talk & Reading With Robert Menasse (Austria) Moderation: Denis Scheck The International Danube Festival is committed to a united, strong and democratic Europe. Robert Menasse, one of the most important contemporary Austrian and European writers, addresses the real challenges of the European Union as a complex and ambivalent project. At the same time, he explores the question of how [...]
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The e. tage radio reporters are on the road again at the international Danube Festival. Together they will discover exciting stories, voices and sounds around the Danube Festival, interview festival guests and artists and thus create a colourful audio report that will be proudly presented at the end. The reporters will be at the festival from 6 to 10 July [...]
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Film by Günter Merkle from Ulm. Tickets available at the box office and online at: Ulm cinema programme – Obscura | Mephisto | Donau Film und Sterne. With the kind support of: |
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The UNT provides information on the topics of 'City Tours', 'UlmCard' and our 'Tourism Concept'. As the target groups defined in our tourism concept have a great interest in building culture, we are bringing along our partner, the Förderverein Bundesfestung e.V., for the presentation of the theme tent. 
ERMSTALHILFT supports people in the Odessa region in southern Ukraine with rescue and fire-fighting vehicles, medical supplies, food and power generators. Find out more about the historical roots of the Bessarabian Germans and how humanitarian aid in times of war along the Danube connects people and keeps the European idea alive. Programme item: Ask the helpers! Several times a day [...]
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The e. tage radio reporters are on the road again at the international Danube Festival. Together they will discover exciting stories, voices and sounds around the Danube Festival, interview festival guests and artists and thus create a colourful audio report that will be proudly presented at the end. The reporters will be at the festival from 6 to 10 July [...]
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Franz Kafka’s Vegetarian Metamorphosis in 544 Recipes With: Eva Gritzmann and Denis Scheck Please be there by 6 pm for a tasting of vegetarian delicacies based on *Kafka’s Cookbook*! No prior registration or payment is required. Voluntary donations for the tasting on the day of the event and at the venue are welcome! The donations will be used to organise cultural events […]
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The 24th Ulm Art Triennial, running from 11 July to 30 August 2026, invites visitors to discover the region’s contemporary art in all its diversity. Since its foundation in 1955 – initially as a biennial, and every three years since 1961 – it has been the central platform for contemporary artistic creation from Ulm, Neu-Ulm and the Alb-Donau district. […] |
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Caves and Ice Age art in the Swabian Jura Go on a journey back to the Ice Age to the Palaeolithic hunters and gatherers in the Ach and Lone valleys near Ulm. Find out how our ancestors lived in the time of the great mammoths, what techniques they used to work stone and ivory and what links there are to other important archaeological sites [...].
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Beats and rhythms know no language barriers and speak directly to everyone. Whether it's the popular 4/4 beat to clap along to in our part of the world or driving off-beats: movement becomes sound that invites discovery. Using barrels, sticks and our own bodies, we playfully and curiously create worlds of sound and invite everyone to follow us on this journey. The [...] 
For over 20 years, ZEBRA has been taking stilts seriously and having great fun. Numerous performances at home and abroad - Japan, USA, Taiwan - have earned ZEBRA an outstanding reputation as one of the most creative and innovative stilt theatres in Germany. Fantastic costumes, virtuoso mastery of the stilts and an exuberant joy of performing are the hallmarks of ZEBRA. |
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On Family Sunday at the Danube Festival, visitors can look forward to a special family programme full of stories, creativity and imagination. One of our storytellers will take young and old on a journey along the Danube. With her Danube stories, she tells of exciting events, special places and the people along the great river. In the cosy yurt it will be [...]
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It's anything but easy to put this show into words, because terms like "diabolo show", or comedy juggling show can only very remotely describe what it's all about... It is a highly energised street show that combines modern clowning, mime, comedy, object and subject manipulation, a little magic and of course top class diabolo technique. The unmistakable and highly infectious energy of the performer, [...]
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The quintet around singer Jennie Döring has been a permanent fixture on the Ulm music scene for many years. The five musicians delight their audiences with their joy of playing, original musical ideas and a very special feel-good atmosphere. Jazz in Time offers jazzy pop, cool bar music and swinging classics in a new guise. It is the voice of [...] |
