Introduction The museum houses archaeological finds from the city, spanning from prehistoric times to the early Middle Ages. Among its most famous exhibits are the Roman mosaic (Romisches Mosaik) and the reconstructed tomb of the Roman legionary Poblicius. The world’s largest collection of Roman glassware (Sammlung römischer Gläser) as well as decorative objects from ancient Rome and the early Middle Ages are highlights of the exhibition, offering insights into various aspects of Roman life.
Introduction The treasures are displayed in the vaulted crypt on the north side of the cathedral, which was built in the 13th century. There are six exhibition rooms covering an area of about 500 square meters, showcasing more than 200 precious reliquaries, liturgical objects and vestments, symbols of power belonging to archbishops and cathedral clergy, medieval sculptures, works from Franconia...
Introduction The Wallraf-Richartz-Museum is a major classical art repository in Germany and one of the country’s oldest art galleries. The museum exhibits medieval paintings from around the world, especially works from the “Cologne School,” as well as...
Cologne Cathedral is the largest church in Germany and one of the tallest churches in the world. Renowned worldwide for its lightness and elegance, it is located in the city center of Cologne, by the Rhine River. The Cologne Cathedral, which stands like a forest of stone pillars, was built from 160,000 tons of stones. From its foundation to its current scale, the spirit of the German nation it embodies is unparalleled...
Introduction Located at Gereonsdriesch 2-4, this ancient Roman church boasts a stunningly beautiful interior and a unique four-tiered, decagonal dome. Built between the 12th and 13th centuries.
Introduction In 1906, cathedral chaplain Alexander Schnütgen donated his collection to the city of Cologne, where it was housed in the Museum Schnütgen located in the Romanesque Church of St. Cäcilien. This...
Introduction The Cologne Perfume Museum (Duftmuseum) is located in the historic home of Farina, as everything started here. This is the world's oldest perfume factory, which made the city of Cologne famous as early as the 18th century thanks to its production of Cologne water, which...
Introduction The Sport & Olympia Museum, which opened to the public in 1999, is a relatively new specialized museum in Cologne dedicated to sports. The museum features 2,000 square meters of exhibition and event space spread over two floors, vividly…
Introduction: A postmodern art destination in Europe, it houses a comprehensive collection of various types of post-20th-century artworks. It boasts over 700 works by Picasso. The collection includes pieces from Dalí to Lichtenstein and Warhol...
Introduction Named after its builder. It was once an underground Nazi prison where many Jews and dissidents were tortured and killed. The inscriptions on the walls document that horrifying dark period. Transportation Address: Appellhofplatz 23-25 Ticket / open …
Introduction Cologne City Hall was destroyed during World War II and rebuilt afterward. It is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, featuring a 16th-century porch. Admission is free. Highlights include the Council Tower and the porch. The Council Tower (1407–1414) witnessed the victory of the guilds and urban nobility in governance. …
Introduction: St Maria im Kapitol Church, located at Kasinostrasse 6, is an ancient Roman church featuring a carved door from 1050. It was built between the 12th and 13th centuries. Germany, Cologne…
Introduction: The Museum für Angewandte Kunst in Cologne was built in 1888. It showcases handicrafts and design from the Middle Ages to the present day, featuring furniture and pottery, jewelry and textiles from the Middle Ages and early modern period. The museum co…
Introduction The Carnival Museum (Karnevalsmuseum) is located in Cologne, the heart of the carnival, and is the largest carnival museum in the German-speaking world. It has been open to the public since 2005. The origins of the Cologne Carnival can be traced back almost to the ancient Greco-Roman period. At least one fact is certain:...
Introduction For those interested in Cologne’s cultural activities, the MediaPark is the perfect place. Established in 1997, the German Dance Archive Museum (Tanzmuseum des Deutschen Tanzarchivs) in Cologne is Europe’s…
Introduction: A former arsenal from the Middle Ages, it showcases the history of Cologne. It features a model of the old town, a collection of weapons, and an exhibition on Carnival traditions. Address: Zeughausstrasse 1-3. Ticket: €4.2. Opening hours: Tuesday 10:00…
The Museum Ludwig is located in Cologne, Germany. Established in 1976, it is a renowned modern art museum in Cologne and an important European destination for postmodern art. It houses a comprehensive collection of various types of post-20th-century art. The Museum Ludwig features works of Pop Art, Expressionism...
The Romano-Germanic Museum is located in Cologne and opened in 1974. It is one of the most important archaeological museums in Cologne, renowned for its collection of artifacts and artworks from the Roman colonial period. Each exhibit in the museum holds significant historical and research value. The Romano-Germanic Museum plays a role in preserving Cologne’s Roman heritage...
Käthe Kollwitz was mentioned multiple times in Lu Xun's writings and was the German Expressionist printmaker and sculptor he admired the most, as well as one of the most important painters in 20th-century Germany. Her works were highly praised by Lu Xun, who introduced them to China for the first time and greatly influenced the development of modern Chinese printmaking...
The Wallraf-Richartz Museum is located in Cologne, Germany. Established in 1827, it is one of the three major museums in Cologne and primarily focuses on art display and collection. It mainly houses fine art works from the Middle Ages to the early 20th century. The museum was designed by a Cologne architect, and the building features...