Cologne: Medieval Churches Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG418509-758960
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the most remarkable churches and places of worship in Cologne’s Old Town on a private guided walking tour.
Discover the many beautiful churches of Cologne on a walking tour through the Old Town with a private guided. Learn about the history of religion in Germany and see the famous Cologne Cathedral, the Basilica of St Ursula, and visit the Great St. Martin Church, and the Basilica of St Gereon.
Begin your tour right in the heart of Cologne’s Old Town at the lively Old Market Square. First visit the Great St. Martin Church, one of the city’s 12 Romanesque churches. Step inside this magnificent building to enjoy its tranquil atmosphere and hear about its fascinating history.
A few steps away, stop outside the Cathedral of Cologne, the city’s most famous monument. Admire its spectacular Gothic architecture and find out why the Cathedral is important not only to Cologne’s Christians but also to the Jewish community.
See the Baroque-style Kirche Mariä Himmelfahrt and the Romanesque-style Basilica of St Ursula, which houses a shrine made of real bones. Make a final stop will be at the medieval Basilica of St Gereon, which has one of the largest and most beautiful domes in Europe.
Highlights
- See many of Cologne’s most beautiful churches on a private tour
- Visit the Great St. Martin Church and learn about its varied history
- Hear the fascinating story of the patron of St Gereon’s Basilica
- Admire the stunning design of Cologne Cathedral
- Learn about the wider history of religion in Germany
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Visits to the church during scheduled events as well as the daily, Sunday, and holiday services are limited, so there may be occasions where tours will only take place from the outside
The Great St. Martin Church is closed on Mondays
Meet your guide in front of Cafe Extrablatt.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
