Cullman - Cullman

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Cullman
StateAlabama
Residents
15.496 (2016)
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251 m
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Cullman

Cullman is a small town in Alabama in Cullman County. It's about halfway between Huntsville and Birmingham.

background

The city was founded in 1873 by the German John G. Cullmann, initially with only German settlers.

getting there

By plane

  • 1  Cullman Regional Airport, 231 County Road 1360, Vinemont, AL 35179. Tel.: 1 256-775-1011. Cullman County maintains a small airport for private flyers.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • It is recommended to arrive via 2  Birmingham International Airport, 5900 Messer Airport Highway, Birmingham, AL 35212. The airport is served by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

By train

The railroad tracks in the city are currently only used for freight transport.

By bus

In the street

The interstate I65 runs from north to south west of the city. The highway runs through the city from north to south H31 and from west to east the highway H278.

mobility

Map by Cullman

Tourist Attractions

Ave Maria Grotto
  • 1  Ave Maria Grotto, 1600 St Bernard Dr, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-4110. The complex belongs to the Benedictines of St. Bernard Abbey. Brother Joseph Zoettl recreated various church buildings in miniature between 1932 and 1958. The total of 125 models are exhibited in a natural and rock garden.Open: daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 2  Cullman County Museum, 211 2nd Ave. NE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-739-1258. The museum is located in a replica of John G. Cullmann's house, the city's founder, and shows exhibits from the time of the first settlement by indigenous Indian tribes, from the time of the city's foundation and from the time of the civil war. There are also a few exhibits on the local fauna.Open: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m., closed on Saturdays.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
L&N Railroad Depot
  • 3  L&N depot, 301 1st Ave. NE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-739-1258. The former station building of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad is built in pueblo style and inside there are exhibits around the theme of railways.Price: Admission is free.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 4  Cullman Veterans Memorial Park, 1544 Sportsman Lake Rd NW, Cullman, AL 35055. The Memorial Park was built to commemorate the Alabama soldiers who died in the Vietnam War.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 5  Sportsman Lake Park, 1544 Sportsman Lake Rd NW, Cullman, AL 35055. In the park there are some picnic tables with a playground, a mini golf course and, as a special highlight, a miniature train with which you can go around the entire lake. Paddle boats can be rented in summer.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

activities

  • 1  Bowling center, 1710 Tally Ho St NW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-2600. Open: Sunday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 2  Cullman Wellness and Aquatics Center, 1636 Field Of Miracles Dr SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Indoor and outdoor pools.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 3  Skydive, 231 County Rd 1360, Vinemont, AL, 35179 USA. Tel.: 1 256-736-5553, Fax: 1 703-940-7387. Tandem skydiving.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

Events

  • Bloomin Festival. In April, the Bloomin Festival takes place on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey. Craftsmen and artists exhibit themselves and their work. There are stands of painters, potters, glass blowers and wood carvers, goldsmiths and fashion designers and much more.
  • Strawberry Festival. The Strawberry Festival invites you to visit the Cullman Civic Center, 510 5th St SW, in May. In addition to a farmers market, there is music, food and drink and a few stalls with handicrafts.
  • Oktoberfest. In October the residents celebrate their Oktoberfest. In addition to food and drinks, the supporting program is varied. There's a Miss October poll, a parade, music, a car show, handicrafts, and a bed race. In the bed race, beds are fitted with wheels and pushed by the teams from station to station in order to master small tasks there.

shop

401 1st Ave SE

Small local shops can be found downtown in the area between Arnold St NE and 4th St SE, as well as 2nd Ave SW and 4th Ave NE. The big chains, like Walmart, are on the south end of 2nd Ave SW and on Cherokee Ave SW.

  • 1  Market Place festival hall, Corner of Arnold St NE and 1st Ave NE. The farmers market sells fruits and vegetables from local farmers.Open: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 2  Southern accents, 308 Second Ave SE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-737-0554, Email: . The shop's motto "Architectural Antiques" is reflected in the range. Furniture, chimneys and wood from demolished houses are complemented by reconstructed furniture and accessories in the style of the colonial era and the style of the early 1900s.Open: Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 1  Goat Island Brewing, 1646-A John H Cooper Dr, Cullman, AL 35055. This small private brewery was founded in 2015 and offers a tasting in the brewery.Open: Friday and Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

kitchen

Some of the well-known fast food chains are located near the Interstate 65 ramp on Section Line Rd. Additional restaurants are along 2nd Ave (Highway 31).

  • 1  All steak restaurant, 323 3rd Ave SE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-4322. Steaks. The restaurant is excellent for its Orange Rolls, which are small cake rolls with orange jam.Open: Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., closed on Mondays.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 2  Berkeley Bob's Coffee House, 304 1st Ave SE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-775-2944. In addition to coffee and sweet treats, you can also get soups and sandwiches here.Open: Monday to Wednesday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., closed on Sundays.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 3  Carlton's Italian Restaurant, 208 3rd Ave SE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-739-9050. Italian restaurant with pasta and pizza.Open: Monday to Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., closed on Sundays.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 4  Johnny's Bar-B-Q, 1401 4th Street SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-8539, Fax: 1 256-734-5869, Email: . BBQ as it should be, ribs, chicken and fish.Open: Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., closed Monday and Sunday.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 5  New China, 1720 2nd Ave SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-775-6999. Open: Monday to Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 6  Ninja, 1702 2nd Ave SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-735-2288, Fax: 1 256-735-2299. Sushi and steaks.Open: Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4.30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 4.30 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 12 a.m. to 11 p.m. 00 a.m., Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 7  Rumors Deli, 105 1st Ave NE, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-737-0911. Bagels, croissants and flatbreads in the morning and salads, sandwiches and wraps for lunch.Open: Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed on Sundays.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 8  Sweet Peppers Deli, 303A 2nd Ave NW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-736-2600, Fax: 1 256-736-2666. Sandwiches, flatbreads, wraps, salads and baked potatoes.Open: Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

nightlife

accommodation

  • 3  Comfort Suites, 2048 St Joseph Dr NW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-255-5999, Fax: 1 256-255-5995. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 4  Days Inn, 1841 4th St SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-739-3800, Fax: 1 256-739-3123. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 5  Econo Lodge, 1655 County Rd 437, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-2691, Fax: 1 256-734-4778. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 6  Economy Inn, 1834 2nd Ave NW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-0122. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 7  Hampton Inn, 6100 Alabama Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058. Tel.: 1 256-739-4444, Fax: 1 256-739-4437. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 9  Quality Inn, 5917 SR 157 NW, Cullman, AL 35058. Tel.: 1 256-734-1240, Fax: 1 256-734-3318. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 10  Sleep Inn & Suites, 2050 Old Hwy 157, Cullman, AL 35057. Tel.: 1 256-734-6166, Fax: 1 256-734-8995. Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

health

Practical advice

  • 3  USPS Post Office, 500 Main Ave SW, Cullman, AL 35055. Tel.: 1 256-734-6633, Fax: 1 256-734-2282. Open: Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

trips

Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament
Altar in the shrine
  • 6  Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, 3222 County Rd. 548, Hanceville, AL 35077. Tel.: 1 205-795-5717. The monastery complex was planned and built from 1995 and inaugurated in 1999. Many materials for the construction came from abroad, for example the glass windows from Munich, the bronze doors from Spain and other materials from Paraguay and Turkey.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
  • 7  Evelyn Burrow Museum, 801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL 35077. Tel.: 1 256-352-8457. The art museum has changing exhibitions. From sculptures and paintings to porcelain and everyday objects such as shoes.Open: Tuesday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Price: Admission is free.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)
Clarkson Covered Bridge
  • 8  Clarkson Covered Bridge. Historic covered bridge from 1922.Last change: May 2016 (information may be out of date)

literature

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