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TACH KÖLN WORTH SEEING CHURCHES MUSEUMS
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The ÖBB Nightjet brings travellers to Cologne safely, comfortably, and above all, completely stress-free. Whether it’s a business or vacation trip, traveling by train is not only more comfortable but also significantly more environmentally friendly.
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Worth Seeing
Heinzelmännchen (legendary elves)
Opposite the largest brewery in Cologne, Früh, stands the Heinzelmännchen Fountain. The fountain depicts the curious tailor's wife from the legend “The Heinzelmännchen.”
The original statue is located in the Cologne Zeughaus, while the copy set up here withstands the weather better.
Johann Maria Farina was the inventor of Eau de Cologne, which he named in honor of his adopted hometown.
When he joined his brother’s company in Cologne in 1709, the rise of “Johann Maria Farina opposite Jülichs-Platz” was unstoppable.
Eau de Cologne
Musical Dome
The Musical Dome was built in 1996 as a venue for the musical ‘Gaudi’. As part of the opera house renovation, the Musical Dome hosted the Opera am Dom from 2012 to 2015.
For the following seasons, the Cologne Opera moved to the StaatenHaus at Rheinpark in Cologne-Deutz. The Musical Dome then resumed its original function as a musical theatre.
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Roman Forum
No, one can assume that the ancient Romans did not eat at McDonald's. Nevertheless, a connection to the Roman Empire can be made with the McDonald's branch at Schildergasse 60. The
basement contains remains of the forum, which stood at this location in 50 AD.
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REMAINS OF ROMAN FORUM
Due to its documentation, the Cologne Town Hall is the oldest town hall in Germany. The complex, consisting of partially interconnected buildings, stands in the center of the Roman settlement
elevated to city status in 50 AD. The oldest surviving part dates back to 1330.
Town Hall
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Around 1799, Wilhelm Mülhens began selling Eau de Cologne. 4711 is the house number written by French troops on Glockengasse 12.
The current house is not the original address but has developed into a tourist destination. A carillon chimes hourly from the gable.
Churches
The High Cathedral of St. Peter, as the Cologne Cathedral is officially known, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. The secondhighest church building in Europe is Germany’s most visited sight. The Shrine of the Three Kings
from the 13th century is the largest goldsmith work of the Middle Ages in Europe. According to a design by architect August von Essenwein from 1887, the fl oor of Cologne Cathedral was decorated with mosaics over an area of 1,350 m² .
Cologne Cathedral
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TOMB OF THE THREE KINGS (DREIKÖNIGSSCHREIN)
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St. Heribert
The three-aisled pillar basilica is popularly known as Deutzer Dom (Düxer Dom). St. Heribert was built on the site of the former Temple Court at Deutzer Freiheit.
This designation goes back to the Templar Order. The church houses the Heribert Shrine, dating from 1175.
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St. Kolumba
The history of its origin traces back to Saint Kunibert, the Bishop of Cologne born around 600, who founded a church at this site. Fires, hurricanes, and finally the bombs of World War II
repeatedly took a toll on the structure. The reconstruction was completed in 1993.
St. Kunibert
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Ara Agrippinensium). period can be viewed in the crypt.
Great St. Martin
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Minorite Church
The Franciscans began this Gothic structure in 1245. The house of worship was completed in the 14th century. In 1845, Adolph Kolping received his priestly ordination here.
founder of the Kolping Society. Impressive is the glass crucifix hovering above the altar.
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Museums
Cologne Carnival Museum
Here, the cultural heritage of the Cologne Carnival is vividly and clearly presented. The world of the Cologne Carnival is showcased from its beginnings to the present day. You can find ornate orders and traditional uniforms. The largest carnival museum
in the German-speaking world also features the musical world of the Cologne "Jecken" (carnival revelers). Numerous multimedia spots show impressive reports.
Foto: J. Rieger, Köln/Festkomitee Kölner Karneval
European craftsmanship. The MAKK is the only museum of its kind in North Rhine-Westphalia.
free Wi-Fi access, is also highly recommended.
MAKK - Museum of Applied Arts Cologne
Museum Ludwig
The founding of the Museum Ludwig was initiated by a donation from Irene and Peter Ludwig in 1976. The museum opened in 1986. Since then, the exhibition has continuously expanded. Today,
the Museum Ludwig ranks among the world’s most significant art collections of 20th and 21stcentury works.
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DUE TO RENOVATION:
THE EXHIBITION HAS MOVED TO THE BELGIAN HOUSE (CÄCILIENSTRASSE 46)
Romano-Germanic Museum
The Romano-Germanic Museum of the City of Cologne offers a deep insight into the region’s archaeological history. Exhibits from the Stone, Bronze, and Iron Ages make the visit a truly special
experience. Here, you can also admire intricate goldsmith works from the Migration Period and the world’s largest collection of Roman glass vessels.
Lindt Chocolate Museum
Over three levels, you experience the cultural history of chocolate in the modern glass building. The museum opened in 1993 and covers an exhibition area of 4,000 m². Here, you can taste
and create your own chocolate. After the exhibition, the CHOCOLAT Grand Café offers a fantastic view of the Rhine.
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Mustard Mill & Shop
The Cologne Mustard Museum houses two of the world’s oldest mustard mills. The mills produce 360 kg of the finest cold-ground gourmet mustard daily. The recipes date back to the 15th and 18th
centuries. The mustard has been internationally awarded several times. A completely different, highly worthwhile museum.
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Sports & Olympics Museum
displays artifacts from nearly 3,000 years of sports history, from antiquity to the modern era. and BMX are brought to life through films and original objects.
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The
Rhine
Solar Bird
The sculpture is by Otto Rumpf, a German sculptor working in Cologne. The Solar Bird is one of the landmarks of the Cologne Rhine Promenade, located between Chocolate Museum and Maritim
Hotel. Rumpf creates his sculptures from industrial found objects. A visit to his residence „OdonienFree State for Art and Culture“ is recommended.
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transformed into a leisure and recreation facility. house was ready for occupancy.
Crane Houses
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Old Harbor Office
The harbor office at Rheinauhafen dates back to 1898. As part of the redevelopment of Rheinauhafen, the listed building was expanded with office and storage space.
The building can be visited daily from 10:00 to 16:00 with free admission.
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Siebengebirge (Seven Hills)
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tower was constructed in 1325. movement.
Bayen Tower
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Flood Pump Station
The water level of the Rhine is color-coded here. At normal water levels, the station glows blue or green. Yellow indicates a raised water level, and red signals a flood.
The underground pumps divert up to 3,600 liters of water per second. This prevents potential backflow of Rhine water into the sewage system.
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Cologne Oval Offices
headquarters of Deutsche Lufthansa from 1970 to 2007. It was completely renovated from 2009 to 2013.
headquarters of Lanxess AG, and in the front part, known as the Rheinetagen, the GÖRG law firm has leased space.
LanXess Tower
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Hohenzollern Bridge. The skyscraper is 103.2 meters high and has 29 floors.
the evening), the spot at Kennedy-Ufer is better suited.
Cologne Triangle
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Die Bastei
Auf den Grundmauern eines bestehenden preußischen Befestigungsturms plante der Kölner Architekt Wilhelm Riphahn ein aussergewöhnliches Aussichtsrestaurant.
Der Bau war in Köln umstritten. Man befürchtete, dass eigenwillige Gebäude würde nicht in das Stadtbild passen.
Local Transport
Schifffahrt
If you want to get to know Cologne, a panoramic cruise on the Rhine is a wonderful way to get a good overview.
The Cologne Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt AG, or KD for short, offers many scheduled, panoramic, and themed cruises.
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The Cologne Transport Company (KVB) operates a complex public transport network of buses and trains.
The KVB transports more than 850,000 people daily, using 367 trains and over 300 buses. The KVB's network consists of almost 60 lines.
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The team
This e-book was made possible through the kind support of the regional tourist offices and the OBB. German proofreading and editorial: Martin Andergassen.
References
Text, videos and photos by Rudolf J. Strutz unless otherwise stated. Timetables and travel information: OBB
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